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But knowing what to expect can make it easier to prepare and make the process go more smoothly. In California, it can take around 3 weeks to get an LLC if you file by mail, and around 8 days if you file online, plus they have expedited processing options.
LLCs are not required to have bylaws. However, they are governed by an operating agreement which is like a corporation's bylaws.
Technically, you don't have to hire a lawyer; no states have a law that requires this. You can create your LLC on your own if you wish, or you can hire an LLC formation service.
This guide covers: Step 1: Decide on a name for your California LLC. Step 2: Determine management structure (member vs. Step 3: Select your California registered agent. Step 4: Prepare and file Articles of Organization. Step 5: Obtain a federal employer identification number. Step 6: File a Statement of Information.
Whether the LLC is member managed or manager managed, the LLC may have officers, including a president, chief financial officer, and secretary. Corp C §17154. Officers, like managers, may, but need not, be members.
It is important to realize, however, that bylaws are not required as a matter of law with one exception. Bylaws are required when the articles of incorporation do not specify the number of directors in a corporation.
The default rule is that an LLC is considered to be member managed (Corp C §17150), but the default rule is effectively superseded by the articles of organization because Item 6 of Secretary of State Form LLC-1 (Articles of Organization) requires a statement indicating whether the LLC is member managed or manager ...
LLCs are not required to have bylaws. However, they are governed by an operating agreement which is like a corporation's bylaws.