State LLC Laws: Each state has its own Limited Liability Company Act governing formation, operation, and dissolution of LLCs, along with specific filing requirements and regulations
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax laws affecting the tax treatment and classification of the LLC at the federal level
Federal Securities Laws: Federal regulations governing securities and investments, if applicable to the LLC's activities
Employment Laws: Federal and state employment regulations if the LLC plans to have employees
Secretary of State Requirements: State-specific filing requirements and procedures mandated by the Secretary of State's office
Naming Requirements: State-specific rules governing business name selection and restrictions
Registered Agent Requirements: Laws requiring designation of a registered agent for service of process in the state
Business Licensing: State and local requirements for business licenses and permits
IRS Classification Rules: Federal requirements for tax classification and treatment of the LLC
State Tax Regulations: State-specific tax obligations and filing requirements for LLCs
Local Tax Obligations: County and city-level tax requirements and regulations
Professional Licensing: Industry-specific professional licensing requirements if operating in regulated industries
Sarbanes-Oxley Act: Federal law establishing corporate accountability standards, relevant if planning to go public
State Disclosure Requirements: State-mandated disclosure obligations and reporting requirements for LLCs
Electronic Filing Rules: State-specific requirements and procedures for digital submission of organizational documents
