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		<title>THE IMPORTANCE OF AN OPERATING AGREEMENT TO A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:31:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dan Kehr</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[San Diego Business Lawyer and Corporations Attorneys providing a first class “one stop shop” for all your business, contract, will, tax and estate planning legal needs. Contact us today: (619) 400-4942. Contact Kehr Law today Phone: (619) 400-4942 Text Message: (619) 823-8230 Email: dan@kehrlaw.com When starting your own business, there are many questions an individual [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style addthis_" addthis:url='http://www.kehrlaw.com/2011/08/the-importance-of-an-operating-agreement-to-an-limited-liability-company-llc/' addthis:title='THE IMPORTANCE OF AN OPERATING AGREEMENT TO A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) ' ><a class="addthis_button_preferred_1"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_2"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_3"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_4"></a><a class="addthis_button_compact"></a></div>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>San Diego Business Lawyer and Corporations Attorneys  providing a first  class “one stop shop” for all your business,  contract, will, tax and  estate planning legal needs. <strong><a href="../contact-us">Contact us</a></strong> today: (619) 400-4942.</p>
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<p>When starting your own business, there are many questions an individual or a set of individuals desiring to work together in order to create profits together may have. The first questions is usually, &#8220;What business structure do I need?&#8221; After extensive and careful review of the many types there are such as a<a title="Sole Prioprietorship attorneys in San Diego can help you guide your business" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/sole-proprietorships"> Sole Proprietorship</a>, a <a title="San Diego Lawyers at Kehr Law for General Partnerships" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/partnerships">General Partnership</a>, a <a title="San Diego Attorneys for Limited Liability Partnership" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/business-corporate-law">Limited Liability Partnership</a>,  a <a title="San Diego Lawyers for Limited Liability Companies" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/limited-liability-companies">Limited Liability Company</a>, a <a title="San Diego Corporations Attorney" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/corporations">Corporation</a>, or all varieties within such as a <a title="San Diego Business Lawyers" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/business-corporate-law">Professional Corporation</a>, a person may select a Limited Liability Company. These structures have been fairly recently created for the purpose of blending Partnership structure benefits with the liability shield and benefits a Corporation has to offer.</p>
<p>After forming an LLC, the next step to take is to begin the process of preparing all necessary documents to comply with the statutory requirements of an LLC. If you need assistance with understanding what these processes and documents are, contact <a title="San Diego Business Attorneys" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/contact-us">Kehr Law</a>.  One of the main and most important documents required for a validly formed LLC, although not necessarily statutorily required, is an <a title="Operating Agreement Attorneys and Lawyers in San Diego" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/limited-liability-companies">Operating Agreement</a>. An Operating Agreement is the heart of the operations of the an LLC per se. It contains pivotal information to guide its Members or Managers how to operate the company, what authority each Member or Manager has in binding the company to business transactions, how often meetings for the company are required, how business transactions are authorized by the company, who tax matters partners of the company shall be, and a number of other important provisions. These listed are only a fraction of the matters required within a fully executed Operating Agreement. The success of a Limited Liability Company (LLC) shall be dependent on this document from the beginning of the business&#8217; operations.</p>
<p>If you are considering<a title="Starting a Business? Get help from San Diego Business Lawyers" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/business-law"> starting your own business</a>, need assistance in drafting your own Operating Agreement, or if you are looking for a local attorney to assist you draft your business documents, contact us. Additionally, attorneys at <a title="San Diego Business Lawyer" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com">Kehr Law</a> can review your Operating Agreement and assist those in need of a <a title="San Diego Business Lawyers and Litigation Attorneys" href="http://www.kehrlaw.com/business-litigation">business litigation attorney</a>.</p>
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		<title>STARTING A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:06:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dan Kehr</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking of starting a limited liability company (LLC), below is a checklist of steps to take before you open for business. Keep in mind that your LLC’s start-up requirements might vary from the list below, depending on the specific type of business you are in, and where your business is located. 1. [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style addthis_" addthis:url='http://www.kehrlaw.com/2010/03/starting-a-limited-liability-company-llc-3/' addthis:title='STARTING A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC) ' ><a class="addthis_button_preferred_1"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_2"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_3"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_4"></a><a class="addthis_button_compact"></a></div>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are thinking of starting a limited liability company (LLC), below is a checklist of steps to take before you open for business. Keep in mind that your LLC’s start-up requirements might vary from the list below, depending on the specific type of business you are in, and where your business is located.</p>
<p>1.	Decide on a business name for your Limited Liability Company (LLC).  In most states, “LLC,” “Limited Liability Co.,” or a similar variation must be included in the LLC’s business name. </p>
<p>2.	Search availability of your LLC’s chosen business name, and for similarity to existing names. Call Kehr Law today to find out how to make sure your proposed business name is available.</p>
<p>3.	Hire a qualified business attorney to set up and represent your LLC.  This is probably the most important step in starting your LLC.  Do not hire or pay an online company that promises to set up your LLC for a cheap fee.  Typically these companies do not provide you with a qualified business attorney or any legal advice whatsoever.  A qualified business attorney should save you thousands more than you spend on them.</p>
<p>4.	A qualified business attorney will prepare and file your LLC’s Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State office in your state, track its progress and obtain a new Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN or EIN) for your new LLC from the IRS.</p>
<p>5.	A qualified business attorney will also draft and prepare not only your LLC’s Operating Agreement, but also all of your LLC’s initial company records and Minutes as required under state law. </p>
<p>6.	In addition, a qualified business attorney will also help you obtain all of the proper business licenses and permits for your LLC from:</p>
<p>•	The IRS;<br />
•	The federal government;<br />
•	Your state government;<br />
•	Your local government. </p>
<p>7.	Follow all legal requirements for running a LLC.  To learn more about running a corporation, keeping the minutes and your other annual legal requirements, contact Kehr Law at (619) 400-4942 or dan@kehrlaw.com.  We offer this service to all of our corporate clients and would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the foregoing.</p>
<p>Forming a limited liability company (LLC) can benefit to your new business in the long run, but the process can be complicated.  To ensure that your new business complies with your state’s legal requirements at all steps in the LLC formation process, you should always consult with an experienced and qualified business attorney.  Contact Kehr Law at (619) 400-4942 or dan@kehrlaw.com for a free consultation!</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) If you are thinking of starting a limited liability company (LLC), below is a checklist of steps to take before you open for business. Keep in mind that your LLC’s start-up requirements might vary from the list below, depending on the specific type of business you are in, and [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style addthis_" addthis:url='http://www.kehrlaw.com/2010/02/starting-a-limited-liability-company-llc-2/' addthis:title='Starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) ' ><a class="addthis_button_preferred_1"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_2"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_3"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_4"></a><a class="addthis_button_compact"></a></div>]]></description>
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<p>If you are thinking of starting a limited liability company (LLC), below is a checklist of steps to take before you open for business. Keep in mind that your LLC’s start-up requirements might vary from the list below, depending on the specific type of business you are in, and where your business is located.</p>
<p>1.	Decide on a business name for your Limited Liability Company (LLC).  In most states, “LLC,” “Limited Liability Co.,” or a similar variation must be included in the LLC’s business name. </p>
<p>2.	Search availability of your LLC’s chosen business name, and for similarity to existing names. Call Kehr Law today to find out how to make sure your proposed business name is available.</p>
<p>3.	Hire a qualified business attorney to set up and represent your LLC.  This is probably the most important step in starting your LLC.  Do not hire or pay an online company that promises to set up your LLC for a cheap fee.  Typically these companies do not provide you with a qualified business attorney or any legal advice whatsoever.  A qualified business attorney should save you thousands more than you spend on them.<br />
4.	A qualified business attorney will prepare and file your LLC’s Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State office in your state, track its progress and obtain a new Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN or EIN) for your new LLC.</p>
<p>5.	A qualified business attorney will also draft and prepare not only your LLC’s Operating Agreement, but also all of you LLC’s initial company records and Minutes as required under state law. </p>
<p>6.	In addition, a qualified business attorney will also help you obtain all of the proper business licenses and permits for your LLC from:</p>
<p>•	The IRS;<br />
•	The federal government;<br />
•	Your state government;<br />
•	Your local government. </p>
<p>Forming a limited liability company (LLC) can be a long-term benefit to your new business in the long run, but the process can be complicated.  To ensure that your new business complies with your state’s legal requirements at all steps in the LLC formation process, you should always consult with an experienced and qualified business attorney.  Contact Kehr Law today at (619) 400-4942 or dan@kehrlaw.com for a free consultation!</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are thinking of starting a limited liability company (LLC), below is a checklist of steps to take before you open for business. Keep in mind that your LLC&#8217;s start-up requirements might vary from the list below, depending on the specific type of business you are in, and where your business is located. 1.Decide [...]<div class="addthis_toolbox addthis_default_style addthis_" addthis:url='http://www.kehrlaw.com/2010/02/starting-a-limited-liability-company-llc/' addthis:title='Starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) ' ><a class="addthis_button_preferred_1"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_2"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_3"></a><a class="addthis_button_preferred_4"></a><a class="addthis_button_compact"></a></div>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are thinking of starting a limited liability company (LLC), below is a checklist of steps to take before you open for business. Keep in mind that your LLC&#8217;s start-up requirements might vary from the list below, depending on the specific type of business you are in, and where your business is located.</p>
<p>1.Decide on a business name for your Limited Liability Company (LLC). In most states, &#8220;LLC,&#8221; &#8220;Limited Liability Co.,&#8221; or a similar variation must be included in the LLC&#8217;s business name. (Learn more: Pick a Winning Name for Your Business)</p>
<p>2.Search availability of your LLC&#8217;s chosen business name, and for similarity to existing names. (Learn more: Make Sure Your Proposed Business Name is Available)</p>
<p>3.Register your LLC name (including as a &#8220;fictitious business name&#8221;). (Learn more: Registering Your Business Name)</p>
<p>4.Create and sign an LLC Operating Agreement. (Learn more: Creating an LLC Operating Agreement) </p>
<p>5.Write your LLC&#8217;s Articles of Organization. (Learn more: Writing and Filing the Articles of Organization)</p>
<p>6.File your LLC&#8217;s Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State office in your state.</p>
<p>7.Obtain business licenses and permits for your LLC from:<br />
•The federal government. (Learn more: Federal Start-Up Requirements)<br />
•Your state government. (Learn more: State Start-Up Requirements)<br />
•Your local government. (Learn more: Local Start-Up Requirements)<br />
Forming a limited liability company (LLC) can be a long-term benefit to your new business in the long run, but the process can be complicated. To ensure that your new business complies with your state&#8217;s legal requirements at all steps in the LLC formation process, you may wish to consult an experienced business attorney.</p>
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