Business Formation

Form your LLC or corporation the right way — clear entity advice, clean paperwork and California filings handled for you, with fixed fees wherever we can.

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Overview

The right structure from day one

Choosing and forming the right entity is the foundation of every business. We help founders decide between an LLC, S-corp or C-corp based on how you plan to raise money, share ownership and pay tax — then handle the filings so you can focus on building. This service sits within our broader Corporate & Commercial practice, so counsel is there as your company grows.

Formation is well-defined work, so we quote a fixed fee up front — no hourly surprises. Many clients then keep us on a monthly retainer for contracts, board matters and day-to-day questions.

What's included

A typical formation covers:

California LLC or corporation filing
Operating or shareholder agreement
EIN and statement of information
Founder equity splits and vesting
Registered agent and compliance setup

Fixed-Fee Work

from $900

agreed up front

Free 30-minute consultation
Transparent, defined scope
Fast turnaround
Retainer available

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How It Works

From idea to incorporated

Three clear steps to a company that's ready to trade.

Choose Structure

We compare LLC, S-corp and C-corp against your funding, ownership and tax plans so you file the right entity.

File & Register

We prepare and lodge your formation documents, EIN and state filings, and set up your registered agent.

Set Up Governance

Operating or shareholder agreements, equity splits and compliance so ownership and control are clear from day one.

FAQ

Good to know

LLC or corporation — which is right for me?

It depends on how you plan to raise money, share ownership and pay tax. An LLC is flexible and simple for most small businesses; a C-corp suits startups planning to raise venture funding. We walk you through the trade-offs before you file.

How long does formation take?

A standard California LLC or corporation can usually be formed within a few business days once we have your details, and expedited filing is available if you are on a deadline.

Do you handle the ongoing compliance?

Yes. We can set up your registered agent, statement of information and annual filings, and keep you on a retainer for governance and contract questions as the business grows.

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