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LLC & Business Formation
Professional business formation document preparation for California entrepreneurs. LLC formation, incorporation, operating agreements, and bylaws prepared at your direction.
What We Prepare
- • LLC Formation — Articles of Organization (Form LLC-1)
- • S-Corporation Formation — Articles of Incorporation
- • C-Corporation Formation — Articles of Incorporation
- • Operating Agreements — Multi-member and single-member LLC
- • Corporate Bylaws — Initial and amended
- • Statement of Information — Annual filing with Secretary of State
How It Works
- 1Free Consultation. We discuss your business structure preferences and identify required documents.
- 2Document Preparation. We prepare formation documents based on your business details — name, members, structure, and ownership.
- 3Filing Instructions. We provide instructions for filing with the California Secretary of State and obtaining your EIN.
Important: We cannot advise on which business structure is best for your situation or provide tax advice. We prepare documents at your direction. Consult an attorney or CPA for business advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
LLC vs. Corporation — which should I choose?+
The choice depends on your specific business goals, tax situation, and liability concerns. We cannot advise which is best — we recommend consulting a CPA or business attorney. Once you decide, we prepare the formation documents at your direction.
How long does LLC formation take in California?+
Standard processing with the California Secretary of State typically takes 2-4 weeks. Expedited processing (24-hour to 5-day) is available for an additional state fee. We prepare your documents promptly so you can file as soon as you're ready.
Do I need an operating agreement for a single-member LLC?+
California does not legally require an operating agreement, but it is strongly recommended even for single-member LLCs. It establishes your operating procedures, helps maintain liability protection, and is often required by banks. We prepare operating agreements at your direction.
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Brewer & Associates is not a law firm and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. We are Registered and Bonded Legal Document Assistants and attorney-supervised paralegals who provide self-help services at the specific direction of our clients. Service fees do not include court filing fees, recording fees, service of process fees, or other third-party costs. LDA #237, Kern County.