Forming an LLC in Connecticut
Forming an LLC in Connecticut in 7 easy steps
- To begin with, you must select a name for your LLC. You can not choose a name that is already used by any other LLC and you must refrain from trademark violations. To comply with Connecticut state law, you must add an LLC identifier in the name, such as “Ltd Liability Co”, “L.L.C.” or “LLC”.
- Hire a legal export, e.g. an attorney, to check your Operating Agreement. This is not required by law when forming an LLC in Connecticut, but it can save you a lot of money in the long run since improperly written Operating Agreements are known to cause tax problems for LLC’s.
- File the Articles of Organization at the Connecticut State filing office and pay the filing fee. The minimum required filing fee in Connecticut is $85.00. (For 20 business days.)
- It is now time for the members of the LLC to gather for an Organizational Meeting and adopt the Operating Agreement.
- Apply for a Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) for the LLC.
- Open a company bank account.
- Apply for all necessary permits and business licenses. Keep in mind that you might several license and permits if you plan on doing business in more than one city or county.
Maintaining an LLC in Connecticut
An LLC formed in Connecticut must hand in a report each year and pay an annual $25.00 report fee. The due date for the report is the same date as the original filing date for the company.
