The Limited Liability Company, or LLC, is a legal form of business organization that offers the benefits of several other traditional structures. An LLC enjoys the same form of limited liability as a corporation, but like the sole proprietorship and partnership, it is not taxed as its own entity. LLC's, like corporations, may also have as many shareholders, or members, as desired. The LLC, however, is dissolved if one of those members files for bankruptcy or dies. Limited liability has traditionally been a primary goal of many business forms, but since the legislature authorized it in Alabama, the modern LLC has become increasingly popular.

Can My Business Be Formed as an LLC?

Alabama allows a company to incorporate using the business form it chooses. To start as an LLC, a company just files the necessary form with the Secretary of State. However, there can be an additional fee required for forming your LLC, determined by Alabama laws that govern the formation and actions of LLC's. Applicable laws are a primary consideration in the decision of whether to organize as an LLC. The right business structure for your company might be difficult to find, but different structures can end up saving your company a lot of money.

Can I Change the Form of My Business to an LLC?

A business in Tuscaloosa may change its form under particular conditions. Whether or not a business is eligible for conversion to a LLC is a determination made by applicable Alabama laws.

How Can an Attorney Help?

Attorneys experienced in Alabama business law can give you valuable input on whether your business would be more profitable as a LLC.