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- Transparent flat-rate pricing
- Most LLC packets in 3–5 business days
- Michigan LARA-formatted filings
- Step-by-step filing instructions
How Business Formation Document Preparation Works in Michigan
LLCs, corporations, and assumed names are filed with LARA in Lansing (online via the Corporations Online Filing System). DBAs for sole proprietors are filed with the County Clerk.
Typical filing fees: $50 LLC Articles of Organization; $25 LLC Annual Statement (due Feb. 15); expedited fees range $50–$1,000 (set by the court, not by us)
- • Michigan requires a Resident Agent with a physical Michigan street address.
- • Operating Agreements are not required by statute but expected by banks.
- • DBA / Assumed Name renewal is required every 5 years (LLC/corp) at LARA.
- • S-corp election (Form 2553) is filed separately with the IRS, not with Michigan.
Procedures and fees vary by county and may change. We prepare documents based on the information you provide; final filing acceptance is determined by the court.
Launch Your Business with Confidence
Starting a business involves complex paperwork. Our document preparation services help ensure your formation documents are complete and accurate, so you can focus on building your business.
- Complete formation packages for all business types
- Operating agreements and bylaws customized to your needs
- Clear instructions for state filing requirements
- EIN application assistance included
Business Formation Services
Choose the formation package that fits your business needs.
DBA / Assumed Name Filing
Starting at $99
Register your business name and operate under a trade name.
- DBA application
- Publication requirements
- Filing instructions
- Name availability guidance
LLC Formation Package
Starting at $249
Complete LLC formation documents for single or multi-member LLCs.
- Articles of organization
- Operating agreement template
- Initial resolutions
- EIN application guide
- Registered agent info
Corporation Formation
Starting at $299
Form a C-Corp or S-Corp with all necessary founding documents.
- Articles of incorporation
- Bylaws template
- Initial resolutions
- Stock certificates
- Shareholder agreement template
S-Corp Election (IRS Form 2553)
Quoted after review
Elect S-corporation tax treatment for an existing LLC or corporation, including late election relief when you missed the deadline.
- Form 2553 with owner consents
- Eligibility screening
- Effective date analysis
- Late election relief statement
- Filing instructions
Foreign LLC Registration in Michigan
Quoted after review
Register an out-of-state LLC to do business in Michigan with a Certificate of Authority.
- Name availability search
- Application for Certificate of Authority
- Good standing certificate coordination
- Resident agent setup
- Compliance calendar
LLC Dissolution
Quoted after review
Close a Michigan LLC properly — back annual statements, Certificate of Dissolution, and the wind-up steps people forget.
- LARA status review
- Back annual statements
- Member consent to dissolve
- Certificate of Dissolution
- Wind-up checklist
Nonprofit Formation
Starting at $449
Establish a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
- Articles of incorporation
- Bylaws template
- Conflict of interest policy
- 501(c)(3) application guide
- Board resolutions
EIN Application Assistance
Starting at $75
Get your Employer Identification Number from the IRS.
- Form SS-4 preparation
- Application guidance
- Submission instructions
- Timeline expectations
How It Works
From concept to company in five simple steps.
Choose Your Structure
Decide whether an LLC, Corporation, or other entity is right for you.
Submit Information
Provide business name, members/owners, and other required details.
Document Preparation
We prepare all formation documents based on your information.
Review & Approve
Review your documents and request any needed changes.
File & Launch
File with the state and start operating your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our business formation services.
Quick Answer
How do I form a business in Michigan?
To form a business in Michigan, choose your entity type (LLC, corporation, or sole proprietor), prepare your formation documents, and file with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) online through the Corporations Online Filing System. LLCs pay a $50 Articles of Organization filing fee; corporations pay $60 for Articles of Incorporation. ClearPath prepares all your documents so you can file with confidence.