Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations governing the tax treatment of LLCs, including classification options (partnership, corporation, or disregarded entity)
Federal Securities Laws: Federal regulations that may apply if the LLC plans to issue securities or have multiple investors
State LLC Act: State-specific legislation that governs the formation, operation, and dissolution of LLCs within that particular state
State Business Corporation Laws: Supplementary state laws that may affect LLC operations and requirements
State Filing Requirements: Specific documentation and procedures required by the Secretary of State for LLC formation
Naming Requirements: State-specific rules regarding acceptable LLC names, including required designators and restricted terms
Registered Agent Requirements: Laws specifying the need for and qualifications of a registered agent in the state of formation
Management Structure Requirements: Regulations governing whether the LLC will be member-managed or manager-managed
Filing Fees and Deadlines: State-mandated costs and timeframes for LLC formation and ongoing compliance
Disclosure Requirements: Information that must be publicly disclosed in the Articles of Organization
Operating Agreement Requirements: State rules regarding whether an operating agreement is mandatory and what it must contain
