Michigan LLC Formation Services

 A limited liability company (LLC) is a flexible business structure that can help protect your personal assets from most business debts and claims. It combines the simplicity of a partnership with the liability protection of a corporation and can have one member or many. The internal rules for ownership, management, and decision‑making are set out in an operating agreement tailored to your needs. 

You are not required to hire an attorney to form an LLC. However, brief legal advice can help you:

• Choose the right structure for your situation (LLC vs. other options).
• Avoid common mistakes with ownership, signatures, or missing terms that can cause future disputes.
• Make sure your documents actually protect you, your family, and your business plans.

If your goals are simple and your budget is tight, I am happy to discuss whether a limited‑scope engagement makes sense.

 Many small businesses choose an LLC in Michigan because it is:

• Affordable: The state’s formation fee is relatively low and annual reporting costs are modest compared to many other states.
• Private: You do not have to publicly list all owners when you form a Michigan LLC.​
• Protective: Members and managers are generally not personally responsible for the LLC’s debts and obligations.
• Flexible: You can choose member‑managed or manager‑managed structures and adjust your operating agreement as your business grows.

 When you work with Thomas Legal, PLLC on your LLC, an attorney will help you:

• Prepare and file your Articles of Organization to properly register your LLC with the State of Michigan.
• Draft an operating agreement that addresses ownership, voting, management, buy‑outs, and what happens if someone wants to leave the business.
• Obtain an EIN from the IRS so you can open a business bank account and handle tax reporting.

My focus is on simple, Michigan‑based LLCs. For more complex or highly specialized businesses—such as multi‑state operations, investors, or custom equity structures—I can help you identify when a basic LLC may not be enough and whether you should be referred elsewhere.