The legal business form of the LLC, or Limited Liability Company, offers the advantages of several other traditional business forms. Like a sole proprietorship or partnership, an LLC is not taxed as its own entity. However, it still has the benefit of limited liability, the same as a corporation. 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. Business forms with limited liability have existed for hundreds of years, but the modern LLC became more popular in Kentucky since the legislature enacted laws authorizing its creation.

Can My Business Be Formed as an LLC?

Kentucky 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. Fees are regularly charged for opening LLC's, however, and Kentucky law determines the costs for creating LLC's. You should consider these laws when deciding whether to organize your business as an LLC. Finding the right business structure for your company might take some effort, but it will ultimately make your business more profitable.

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

A business in Greenville 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 Kentucky laws.

How Can an Attorney Help?

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