C-Corporation Formation
A C-Corporation is a separate legal entity designed for growth, scalability, and investment. Formation requires filing with the California Secretary of State and compliance with California corporate laws, as well as ongoing tax obligations administered by the California Franchise Tax Board.
C-Corporations are often the preferred structure for startups seeking venture capital or planning to scale rapidly. As both attorneys and CPAs, we structure corporations to align with funding strategies, equity distribution, and long-term tax planning.
When a C-Corporation Makes Sense
If you plan to raise outside capital, issue multiple classes of stock, or reinvest profits for growth, a C-Corporation may be the right choice. Call our office or schedule an online consultation to evaluate whether a C-Corp aligns with your California business goals.
Benefits of a California C-Corporation:
- Strong liability protection
- Ability to raise venture capital and issue stock
- No restrictions on number or type of shareholders
- Potential for reinvestment of profits at corporate tax rates
- Attractive structure for high-growth startups
- Established governance framework
Our C-Corporation Formation Services Include:
- Filing Articles of Incorporation
- Drafting bylaws and corporate governance documents
- Structuring stock issuance and equity ownership
- Board of directors setup and compliance
- Tax planning for corporate income and distributions
- Qualification for doing business in California
- Ongoing corporate compliance and advisory