Business Formation Attorney: LLC, C-Corp, S-Corp. - Flat Rate (Operating Agreements, Partnership, Buy/Sell Agreements)

About This Service

Start Your Enterprise Correctly – Guidance on Business Entity Formation

Launching or expanding a business involves crucial choices, and selecting the appropriate legal structure ranks among the most significant. If you are currently using a DBA such as \"Jill\'s Wedding Planning\" and have concerns about personal liability, or if you are beginning a new endeavor and wish to establish it on a solid legal footing, this is your chance to receive knowledgeable advice from a reliable expert.

Business Entity Types in California:

• Sole Proprietorships
• Partnerships
• Corporations:
  1. C-Corporation
  2. Professional Corporation (APC)
  3. Non-Profit (501(c)(3))
• Limited Liability Companies (LLC)

Important: Certain LLCs and corporations might also be eligible for \'S Corporation\' tax election—a tactical choice for lowering employment taxes and managing profit distribution more effectively.

The Importance of Your Business Structure:

• Asset Security – Safeguard your personal property.
• Tax Strategy – Legally increase deductions and minimize liabilities.
• Operational Efficiency – Prevent future administrative complications.
• Earnings Distribution – Establish clear rules for allocating profits among stakeholders.

Reasons to Select Attorney Valerie L. Kramer

Valerie is a California business lawyer with more than 35 years of practice. She specializes in assisting new entrepreneurs in properly moving from operating as a hobbyist or sole proprietor to establishing a fully recognized legal entity. Her fixed-fee formation services cover LLCs, corporations, and partnerships (professional corporations and non-profits are not included).

Services Valerie Offers:

• Clear explanations of the advantages and disadvantages of each entity type
• Detailed assistance in preparing and filing formation paperwork
• Coordination with your accountant to ensure correct legal and financial setup

LLC Compared to S-Corporation?

Both structures offer personal asset protection and can channel profits to owners without corporate-level taxation, but they vary in key areas:

• Ongoing Annual Fees and State Franchise Taxes
• Payroll and Employment Tax Obligations
• Flexibility in Distributing Profits
• Level of Administrative Complexity

Making a prudent choice at the outset conserves financial resources, time, and reduces future anxiety. Valerie can provide the guidance necessary to ensure your decision is sound.

Call Valerie L. Kramer, Esq. – Los Angeles Office at (213) 204-6090. Free phone consultations are available. All discussions are confidential and involve no obligation.

Please note: Fixed-rate pricing does not apply to professional corporations or non-profits due to their intricate nature. Contact Valerie for specific information.

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