TEXAS LLC FOrmation LAWYER
At the The Law Office of Nathaniel Gilbert, PLLC we help business owners take the first step toward launching their business ventures with confidence. Based in San Antonio, Nathaniel Gilbert proudly serves clients across Texas, including Houston, Dallas, Amarillo, Austin, and Fort Worth. Whether you’re starting a new business, managing investments, or formalizing your work as an independent contractor, working with an experienced LLC formation attorney ensures you have a well-structured business.
LLC Formation Services for Texas Businesses
We offer comprehensive LLC formation services throughout Texas that simplify the process for new business owners while ensuring legal accuracy and strategic foresight. Our services include:
- Filing your Certificate of Formation with the Texas Secretary of State
- Drafting your internal corporate governance documents, such as a tailored Operating Agreement and Buy-Sell Agreement
- One-on-one Management Training Sessions for compliance and strategy
- Offering strategic legal advice based on your business goals
Our approach ensures your business structure is not only compliant but also optimized for growth, protection, and flexibility.
LLC Basics: What You Need to Know
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a popular business structure in Texas due to its flexibility and legal protections. One of the key advantages of an LLC is that it provides personal liability protection to its owners, known as members. This means that in most cases, the personal assets of the members are shielded from the debts and liabilities of the business. Additionally, LLCs benefit from pass-through taxation, where profits and losses are reported on the members’ individual tax returns, avoiding the double taxation commonly associated with corporations.
Limited liability companies are also easier to manage compared to corporations. They have fewer regulatory requirements, such as no obligation to hold annual meetings or maintain extensive records. This makes them especially appealing for small to mid-sized businesses. Furthermore, the structure allows for customizable management and profit distribution arrangements, offering greater operational flexibility.
Why Hire a Texas LLC Formation Attorney?
While it might be tempting to use an out of state filing service, the reality is that these services rarely offer the legal insight and customization necessary for long-term success. Hiring an experienced LLC formation lawyer, like Nathaniel Gilbert, ensures your business is built on a strong legal foundation. From choosing the appropriate structure to addressing liability, tax considerations, and operational agreements, we handle the details that generic services overlook. The result is a business entity that’s prepared for real-world challenges.
Choosing the Right Entity for Your Texas Business
Selecting the correct business entity is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when starting a business. Each structure carries distinct benefits and legal implications. A good LLC formation attorney can guide you through this decision to ensure your entity supports your long-term goals. While an LLC is the go-to choice for many, other options may suit your needs better, such as:
- Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC): Designed for licensed professionals such as doctors, lawyers, counselors, and accountants. It offers the same liability protection as an LLC but is required for certain regulated professions.
- Series LLC: A unique structure in Texas that allows for the creation of multiple “series” or sub-entities under a single LLC umbrella. Each series can have separate assets, members, and operations—ideal for managing multiple investments or projects.
- Corporation: A more formal entity that includes C Corporations and S Corporations. Offers strong liability protection and potential tax advantages but requires more maintenance, including annual meetings and detailed record-keeping.
- Limited Partnership (LP): Consists of general and limited partners. General partners manage the business and assume liability, while limited partners contribute capital and share profits but have limited liability.
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Reasons You Need an LLC
You are an independent contractor
If you receive a 1099 instead of a W2 from your employer, you are an independent contractor and should have an LLC or other entity that your employer pays directly. Hair stylists, landscapers, service industry workers, and even some healthcare professionals (See, PLLC) may fall into this category.
You are starting a business
Selling some of your hand woven rugs, home grown veggies, or your services as a closet organizer? You’ll want an LLC for that. Bringing money into anything always adds a level of complexity and you want to make sure you and your personal assets are protected.
You are investing in various assets
If you own a property and rent some or all of that space out, you should be holding the property in an LLC, or at least, renting through an LLC. This goes for everything from large apartment complexes to a room in a house that you own. Additionally, owning properties that are rented through rental services such as Airbnb, VRBO or other short term rental companies should be held or managed by an LLC
LLC Formation Comparison
Working With Attorney Nate Gilbert
Work with one, highly experienced attorney, from start to finish on your project
Flat rate packages, established up front; That will always be your only payment!
Reach out directly to your attorney; One-on-one access to your attorney during your representation
Know you matter and won’t fall through the cracks– We don’t take on more clients than we can adequately serve at any time
Other Larger Firms
Chance of being passed around from senior partner, to associate, to another associate, or paralegal
Hourly rates, unknown fees or other surprises on your final bill – Every phone call has a ticking clock that you’re being charged for
Calling the main office line, leaving a message; Someone other than your attorney returning your phone call, or no one at all
Larger firms must take as many clients as possible, and there is a risk of your matter getting lost in the crowd
Start Your Texas LLC Today
Your business deserves a strong legal foundation. Contact The Law Office of Nathaniel Gilbert, PLLC, today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward forming your LLC in Texas. With offices in San Antonio and services available throughout Houston, Dallas, Austin, Amarillo, and Fort Worth, we are ready to help you build with confidence.