Florida LLC Formation Attorney
Forming an LLC is one of the most effective ways to protect personal assets and establish a professional business structure - but only if it's done correctly. At De Paz Law, we help Tampa Bay entrepreneurs and familyowned businesses form Florida LLCs with clear ownership, proper documentation, and a solid legal foundation from day one.
We focus on formation guidance and core documents, not ongoing general counsel - so you get exactly what you need without unnecessary complexity.
A properly formed Florida LLC can help shield personal assets, clarify ownership, and support longterm business and estate planning goals. The right operating agreement and setup decisions matter just as much as filing with the state.
What's Included in Our LLC Formation Service
Our LLC formation service typically includes:

- Guidance on entity structure and ownership
- Membermanaged vs. managermanaged setup
- Preparation of a customized
Operating Agreement
- Coordination of formation filings
- EIN guidance and nextstep compliance overview
We ensure your LLC is formed with
clear authority, defined roles, and documentation that actually holds up.
Common LLC Formation Mistakes We Help You Avoid
Many Florida LLCs are formed online with no legal review - leading to problems later. We routinely fix issues like:
No operating agreement (or a generic template)
Incorrect ownership percentages
Commingling personal and business assets
Unclear authority to sign or make decisions
No plan for death, disability, or exit
Getting it right upfront saves time and money.
Do I Need a Lawyer to Form an LLC in Florida?
Florida allows selffiling, but filing alone does not provide protection. The real protection comes from proper structure and internal documents, not just state registration.

If your LLC owns assets, operates with partners, or is part of your estate plan, legal guidance is strongly recommended.
Local Support for Tampa Bay Businesses
We work with entrepreneurs and family businesses across
Largo, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay, including real estate holding companies, professional practices, and closely held businesses.
Defined Scope - What We Do (and Don't)
We provide
formation guidance and document preparation. This keeps services efficient, focused, and cost conscious.