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Forming an LLC in District of Columbia
Forming an LLC in District of Columbia is not hard and you do not have to involve legal expertise or an incorporation company unless you want to. Many small business owners prefer to use an incorporation company instead of doing the work themselves, but it is by no means required by District of Columbia law. Even though it is not mandatory, it is however a good idea to let an attorney look at your Operating Agreement. A poorly written Operating Agreement will not prevent your from forming an LLC in District of Columbia, but it can lead to problems with the IRS later on.
Forming an LLC in District of Columbia in 5 easy steps
- Choose a name for your company. You cannot use a name that violates trademark law or that is already registered by another LLC. The name of your company must include an LLC identifier, such as “Ltd Liability Co” or “LLC”. When forming an LLC in D.C., you cannot pick a name that in any way implies that your company is organized under an act of Congress.
- File your Articles of Organization at the D.C. filing office.
- Arrange an organizational meeting and formally adopt your Operating Agreement.
- Apply for a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) for your LLC and open up a company bank account.
- Apply for a local business license for each city or county that you plan to do business in.
Important facts to take into consideration before forming an LLC in District of Columbia
- When forming an LLC in the District of Columbia, the minimum filing fee is $150.00. (For 20 business days.)
- De annual report is due June 16 for all LLC’s. The annual report fee is $200.
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