Forming an LLC in Louisiana
- Registering a Trade Name
- Submitting Forms with Fees
- Dissolving your LLC in Louisiana
An LLC offers personal asset protection and tax benefits in Louisiana. It follows similar tax treatment for both state and federal income tax purposes. When starting an LLC in Louisiana, the important steps include filing the articles of organization with the Secretary of State and having a registered agent.
Running an LLC in Louisiana
- Compliance and Regulations
- Annual Reporting Requirements
- Cost of Maintaining a Registered Agent
Louisiana requires LLCs to file an annual report online by the anniversary date, with a filing fee of $30. To dissolve an LLC in Louisiana, a $75 filing fee is needed. The process involves submitting an Affidavit to Dissolve with the Secretary of State.
Additional Information
- Registering a DBA
- Choosing a Unique Business Name
- Filing Process and Fees
To add a DBA to an LLC, contact the parish’s Clerk of Court’s office. Louisiana mandates having a registered agent for an LLC, which can be an individual or a registered agent service authorized in the state. Costs for the service can vary from $50 to $300 or more annually.