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Business FormationLLC, Corporations & Partnerships

Launch your Texas business with confidence. Our experienced attorneys guide you through entity selection, formation documents, and compliance requirements to build a solid legal foundation.

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Comprehensive Formation Services

From entity selection to final registration, we handle every aspect of forming your Texas business.

Entity Selection

LLC, Corp, Partnership, Nonprofit

Choose the right business structure for liability protection, tax advantages, and operational flexibility.

  • Liability protection analysis
  • Tax implications review
  • Ownership structure planning
  • Growth potential assessment

Articles of Incorporation/Organization

Professional preparation and filing of your formation documents with the Texas Secretary of State.

  • Custom-drafted articles
  • State filing & expedited options
  • Registered agent designation
  • Certificate of formation

Operating Agreements & Bylaws

Comprehensive governance documents tailored to your business needs and ownership structure.

  • Member/shareholder rights
  • Voting procedures
  • Profit distribution terms
  • Management structure

Partnership Formation

GP, LP & LLP

Form the right partnership structure with comprehensive agreements that protect all partners.

  • General Partnership agreements
  • Limited Partnership (LP) formation
  • Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
  • Partner rights & obligations

DBA & Federal Tax ID (EIN)

Complete registration services to operate under your chosen business name and obtain tax identification.

  • DBA/Assumed Name filing
  • EIN application & issuance
  • State tax registration
  • Business license guidance

Nonprofit Formation

501(c)(3) & Tax-Exempt

Complete nonprofit formation including state incorporation and federal tax-exempt status application.

  • Texas nonprofit incorporation
  • IRS 501(c)(3) application
  • Bylaws & governance documents
  • Board structure setup

Choose the Right Entity Structure

Each business structure offers unique advantages. We'll help you select the best option for your goals.

Limited Liability Company (LLC)

  • Pass-through taxation
  • Flexible management
  • Limited liability
  • Less formality
Formation: Certificate of Formation filed with Texas Secretary of State
Governance: Operating Agreement (recommended but not required)
Taxation: Default: Pass-through (Form 1065). Can elect S-Corp or C-Corp taxation
Compliance: Annual franchise tax report, no annual meeting required
Liability: Members protected from business debts and liabilities
Ownership: Unlimited members, can be individuals, corporations, or other LLCs
Filing Fee: $300 state filing fee

Best for:

Small businesses, real estate, startups

Series LLC

  • Separate liability per series
  • Single filing fee
  • Asset segregation
  • Cost-effective for multiple ventures
Formation: Certificate of Formation with series provision filed with Texas SOS
Governance: Master Operating Agreement + individual series agreements
Taxation: Each series can elect its own tax treatment
Compliance: Single franchise tax report covers all series
Liability: Each series is a separate liability shield - one series cannot affect another
Ownership: Different members/ownership percentages per series allowed
Filing Fee: $300 state filing fee (covers all series)

Best for:

Real estate investors, multi-property owners, holding companies

C-Corporation

  • Unlimited shareholders
  • Stock options
  • Perpetual existence
  • Investment ready
Formation: Certificate of Formation filed with Texas Secretary of State
Governance: Bylaws, Board of Directors, annual shareholder meetings required
Taxation: Double taxation: Corporate tax (21%) + dividend tax to shareholders
Compliance: Annual franchise tax, annual meetings, corporate minutes required
Liability: Shareholders protected; piercing corporate veil is difficult
Ownership: Unlimited shareholders, multiple stock classes allowed
Filing Fee: $300 state filing fee

Best for:

High-growth startups, venture-backed companies

S-Corporation

  • Pass-through taxation
  • Self-employment tax savings
  • Corporate structure
  • Limited liability
Formation: Form C-Corp first, then file IRS Form 2553 for S-Corp election
Governance: Bylaws, Board of Directors, annual meetings required
Taxation: Pass-through to shareholders (Form 1120-S), avoids self-employment tax on distributions
Compliance: Annual franchise tax, corporate formalities, reasonable salary requirement
Liability: Shareholders protected from business liabilities
Ownership: Max 100 shareholders, US citizens/residents only, one stock class
Filing Fee: $300 state filing fee + IRS Form 2553

Best for:

Profitable businesses with few shareholders

Partnership (GP, LP, LLP)

  • Pass-through taxation
  • Flexible profit sharing
  • Multiple structure options
  • Professional flexibility
Formation: GP: No filing required. LP/LLP: Certificate filed with Texas SOS
Governance: Partnership Agreement defines rights, duties, profit sharing
Taxation: Pass-through taxation (Form 1065), K-1s to partners
Compliance: LP/LLP: Annual franchise tax. GP: Minimal compliance
Liability: GP: Unlimited liability. LP: Limited partners protected. LLP: All partners protected from other partners' malpractice
Ownership: Two or more partners, flexible profit/loss allocation
Filing Fee: GP: $0. LP/LLP: $750 state filing fee

Best for:

Professional services, real estate, joint ventures

Nonprofit Organization

  • Tax-exempt status (501c3)
  • Grant eligibility
  • Donation tax deductions
  • Public trust
Formation: Certificate of Formation (Nonprofit) + IRS Form 1023/1023-EZ
Governance: Bylaws, Board of Directors (minimum 3), no shareholders/owners
Taxation: Tax-exempt if 501(c)(3) approved; must file Form 990 annually
Compliance: Annual franchise tax exemption, IRS Form 990, state registration for solicitation
Liability: Directors/officers protected; D&O insurance recommended
Ownership: No owners - governed by board for public benefit
Filing Fee: $25 state filing fee + $275-$600 IRS Form 1023/1023-EZ

Best for:

Charities, foundations, religious & educational organizations

Our Formation Process

A streamlined approach to get your business legally established quickly and correctly.

1

Consultation

Discuss your business goals and recommend the optimal entity structure

2

Document Preparation

Draft articles, agreements, and all required formation documents

3

State Filing

File with Texas Secretary of State and obtain certificates

4

Compliance Setup

Obtain EIN, set up registered agent, and ensure ongoing compliance

Ready to Start Your Texas Business?

Schedule a consultation to discuss your business goals and get expert guidance on formation.

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