Introduction
The opinion framework
Unqualified, qualified, and reasoned opinions
Establishing the factual basis for the opinion
Responsibility of principal counsel for opinions of other counsel
Opinions on company's status as a corporation : formation, existence and good standing
Opinions on qualification to do business and good standing in jurisdictions other than the state of incorporation
Opinions on corporate power
The enforceability opinion
Opinion that stock is duly authorized, validly issued, fully paid and nonassessable
Opinions on secondary sales of stock
Opinions on security interests in personal property
No violation of law opinions
Opinions on compliance with court orders
Opinions on governmental approvals and filings
"No breach or default" and related opinions
No litigation opinions
Negative assurance
Opinions on limited liability companies.