Redondo Beach, CA asked in Business Formation and Business Law for California

Q: Is it possible to register your business as an LLC on a budget with the safety of a lawyer and not the online websites?

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Ernest Charles Payne Jr
Ernest Charles Payne Jr
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  • San Clemente, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Of course.

Jason Brooks
Jason Brooks
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  • los angeles, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: If you only have 1-2 members in your LLC with minimal customization required in your operating agreement, the registration process should be relatively quick, cheap and simple. If you need assistance feel free to email me and I’ll be happy to help.

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Shawn R. Jackson
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  • Rohnert Park, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Yes ... and as you might imagine, the simplicity or complexity ... and the actual budget will depend upon a variety of factors. Our basic LLC formation package is about $500 ...

Sarah S. Shepard
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A: Yes, and I would recommend talking to a licensed attorney in your state.

Robert P. Cogan
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  • San Diego, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Yes. One client of mine formed an LLC using an online service. The service provided enough paperwork so that the Secretary of State would register an LLC. However, they completed ignored an operating agreement, which is needed for smooth functioning.

You do not save money by DYI in the long run.

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