Las Vegas LLC and Business Formation Attorney
Choose the right business structure. Protect your assets. Position your business for growth.
Attorney Jaklin Sookiassian forms Nevada LLCs and corporations for business owners in Las Vegas and Clark County from our Downtown Summerlin office. She drafts operating agreements, handles the Secretary of State filings, and helps with annual compliance. Business law matters are handled on a flat-fee or hourly basis, with clear expectations set from the start. We speak English, Armenian, Russian, and Farsi (Persian).
Choosing the right business entity is one of the most important decisions you will make as a business owner. The structure you select — LLC, corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship — affects your personal liability, tax obligations, management flexibility, and ability to raise capital. Getting this decision wrong can cost you significantly in taxes, expose your personal assets to business liabilities, or create operational headaches as your business grows.
Nevada has no personal income tax and no corporate income tax or franchise tax. Some businesses still owe state taxes, including the Commerce Tax on businesses with Nevada gross revenue over $4 million (NRS 363C.200) and the Modified Business Tax on payroll (NRS 363B.110). Getting the most from Nevada's rules starts with choosing and forming the right entity.
The Sookiassian Firm provides comprehensive entity formation and structuring services for entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors throughout Las Vegas and Clark County. Attorney Jaklin Sookiassian spent 2 years at Fried Frank, an AmLaw 100 firm in New York, and brings that corporate finance experience to every engagement, with a focus on structuring your business for liability protection, tax efficiency, and long-term growth.
Choosing the Right Entity
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
LLCs offer personal liability protection, pass-through taxation, flexible management structure, and minimal formalities. Nevada LLCs are governed by NRS Chapter 86.
Corporation (C-Corp or S-Corp)
Corporations offer strong liability protection and are the preferred structure for businesses seeking outside investment or planning to go public. S-Corps provide pass-through taxation for qualifying businesses. Nevada corporations are governed by NRS Chapter 78.
Limited Partnership (LP) and Limited Liability Partnership (LLP)
Useful for specific business arrangements, particularly in real estate investment and professional services. Governed by NRS Chapter 87 and 87A.
Professional Entity (PLLC)
Required for licensed professionals (attorneys, doctors, accountants) operating through an entity. Governed by NRS Chapter 89.
Sole Proprietorship
The simplest structure but offers no personal liability protection. We generally advise against this structure for any business with meaningful risk.
We analyze your specific situation — including your industry, number of owners, tax goals, liability concerns, and growth plans — and recommend the entity type that best fits your needs.
The Nevada LLC Formation Process
Forming a Nevada LLC includes:
Name Selection and Availability Search
Your LLC name must be distinguishable from other Nevada entities and include a designator such as "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company" (NRS 86.171).
Registered Agent Appointment
Every Nevada LLC must designate a registered agent with a physical Nevada address (NRS 86.231).
Articles of Organization Filing
Filed with the Nevada Secretary of State along with the Initial List of Managers/Members and State Business License application. Combined filing fees are $425: $75 for the Articles of Organization (NRS 86.561), $150 for the Initial List (NRS 86.263), and $200 for the State Business License (NRS 76.100).
Operating Agreement
While not legally required (NRS 86.286), we strongly recommend a custom operating agreement defining ownership, management, profit distribution, and dispute resolution procedures.
EIN and Compliance
We can obtain your federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) and help you identify the state and local licenses your business needs.
Ongoing Entity Maintenance
Annual List Filing
Due each year by the last day of the month in which your LLC was formed. Filing fee: $150 (NRS 86.263). A late filing adds a $75 penalty (NRS 86.272).
State Business License Renewal
$200 annually (NRS 76.130).
Record Keeping
Maintaining proper corporate records, keeping personal and business finances separate, and following the formalities of your entity type are essential to preserving liability protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Sookiassian Firm helps entrepreneurs and business owners choose the right structure, form their entities properly, and maintain compliance.
Schedule a consultation to discuss your business formation needs.
1980 Festival Plaza Dr, Suite 460, Las Vegas, NV 89135