STARTING A BUSINESS

STEP 1. Choosing An Entity Type

Once you decide to establish a business, a primary consideration is the type of business entity to form. Tax and liability issues, director and ownership concerns, as well as state and federal obligations pertaining to the type of entity should be considered when making your determination. Personal and personnel needs and the needs of your particular type of business should also be considered.

The following is a brief overview of various business structures. The information is intended to provide a basic understanding of the different business structures and is not intended to provide legal advice.

Please contact our office if you should wish to discuss any aspect of establishing or maintaining a California business.