5 Best LLC Formation Services in Oregon

Starting a business in Oregon is both exciting and daunting. 

There are a lot of things to think about, one of which is how to structure your new venture. Do you plan on being a sole proprietor or are you going into a partnership with one or more people? One business structure that many small business owners choose is a Limited Liability Company (LLC). You can form an LLC in Oregon by yourself or use LLC formation services as partners. 

Disclaimer: the rates and offerings below are subjected to changes made by the service providers.

Basics of an LLC

There are tax advantages to an LLC and your personal assets are protected from business debts. Due to the credibility that an LLC gives to your business, it makes it easier for you to get business loans.

Oregon has only a few LLC formation requirements, which include:

  • Registering the name of the business which must be distinguishable from any other business registered in the state. The state suggests you also do a federal and state trademark search to be sure your name does not infringe on any registered trademark.
  • Register your LLC with the state of Oregon by filing Articles of Organization.
  • Appoint a registered agent who is authorized to accept legal documents on behalf of the LLC. The agent must have a street address. A post office box or private mail drop is unacceptable. Additionally, the agent must have a business address. A private home address is not allowed.
  • If you plan on having employees, you must obtain an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS.
  • An operating agreement is not required.
  • The state provides forms to use for registering your LLC and there is a $105 filing fee.

Oregon has regional business Centers designed to help small business owners decide which business structure to use and assist you in setting up an LLC if that is the structure you decide on.

There are many LLC formation service providers that provide services to help you establish your LLC. Some provide additional services, such as helping you with your business bank account, providing you with registered agent service, and more. You can trust all LLC formation companies to be sure that your filings and their services comply with Oregon law. In this post, we will present the 5 top LLC formation services there are, present you with what is offered by each service and guide you through the process of registering your business with each one of them in Oregon.

Tailor Brands

At Tailor Brands, we provide you with all the services you need to fulfill your dream of owning your own Limited Liability Company in Oregon. We provide you with all the tools, guidance, and resources you need to achieve your goals. Once you’ve started your journey to get that LLC, we provide you with an array of services to choose from to meet your specific needs.

Services and offerings

We have several LLC formation offerings you can choose from including:

  • “Lite” plan which includes basic LLC formation. We file all required documents with the state. No frills are added.
  • “Essential” plan. This includes LLC formation and establishment of an operative agreement. This plan also includes a comprehensive name check, and provision for legal compliance, as well as expedited processing.
  • “Elite” plan. This provides for LLC formation, legal compliance, expedited processing, filing necessary reports, as well as a branding toolkit and marketing services (such as logo creation,website builder and more).

In addition to LLC formation services required by Oregon, we also provide more than 20 additional services. Some examples are:

  • Obtaining the necessary licenses and permits for your specific business.
  • Providing insurance.
  • Tax consultancy.
  • Helping you open your business bank account.
  • More branding and marketing services, which includes the creation of a website, developing a logo for your business, and other design and marketing options.
  • Business cards.

Pricing 

While prices vary depending on the services you choose prices for basic LLC formation are:

  • “Lite” plan. Free LLC formation plus state filing fees ($105).
  • “Essential” plan. $199 state filing fees ($105).
  • “Elite” plan. $249 state filing fees ($105).

Overall

Tailor Brands has affordable prices with choices that meet your needs. You can choose from services that range from basic LLC formation to an all-inclusive package including a branding kit. Whatever you need for your LLC, you will find with Tailor Brands.

ZenBusiness

ZenBusiness states that it is “committed to empowering everyone to create their own meaningful work.” To accomplish that goal, the company offers the following.

Services and offerings

There are 3 LLC formation packages to choose from:

  • Starter plan. This includes all that is necessary for a standard filing. ZenBusiness guarantees 100% accuracy.
  • Pro plan. It includes everything provided by the Starter package plus obtaining your EIN from the IRS, and preparation of the recommended operating agreement.
  • Premium plan. This includes everything in the Pro package plus all business documents, domain name, email address, and a business website builder.

Other services are available depending on your needs.

Pricing

  • Starter package: free plus state filing fees. Processing time is 2 to 3 weeks.
  • Pro package: $199 plus state filing fees. Processing time is one to 5 days.
  • Premium package: $349 plus state filing fees. Processing time is 1 to 5 days.

Other services can be added as needed with individual prices for individual services. Some examples are:

  • Obtaining an EIN is $99.
  • Registered agent services are $199 annually.
  • Annual report filing $100.

Overall

ZenBusiness prices are slightly higher than some other companies. You must begin the process of filling out forms in order to find out exactly what is included in each packages. Each package may include enough services to make the prices seem more competitive. You can add more services from a long list. Each service is charged individually.

LegalZoom

According to LegalZoom, it has everything you need to make your small business successful. As with other similar companies, it offers a three-tiered approach to choosing the services you want or need.

Services and offerings

  • Basic. This includes “only what you need to officially form in your state.”
  • Pro. Includes everything in the basic plan plus other documents such as your business operating agreement.
  • Premium. Get all the documents included in the Pro plan plus you get the help of an experienced attorney.

You can add individual services to each plan at a separate price for each additional service. Some services offered include:

  • Preparation of an operating agreement.
  • Attorney services and review of documents.
  • Registered agent services.

Pricing

  • Basic. Free plus state filing fees.
  • Pro. $249 plus state filing fees.
  • Premium. $299 plus state filing fees.

Examples of fees for added services are:

  • Preparation of an operating agreement: $99.
  • Attorney services and review of documents: $49 a month.
  • Registered agent services are determined individually according to the plan selected.

Overall

LegalZoom is a good choice, particularly for those who need to have individualized services and who are working on a limited budget. LegalZoom also offers legal services that may not be available with other LLC formation sites.

SwyftFilings

SwyftFilings annually helps thousands of people across all 50 states to form their LLC. They provide all the services you need, and you choose among three service tiers.

Services and offerings

As with other LLC formation companies, SwyftFilings offers three packages.

  • Basic. This includes a comprehensive name check, preparation and filing of Articles of Organization with the state, and lifelong phone and email customer support.
  • Standard. Includes everything in the Basic package plus filing other documents you may need, as well as obtaining your EIN with the IRS
  • Premium. Includes everything in the Standard package plus: Access to 250+customizable legal & business documents, 1-year Squarespace domain subscription, FedEx expedited shipping & tracking number, Personalized Founders Kit to help stay compliant, Free Statement of the Incorporation for opening a business bank account, 24/7 online access dashboard, Legal review of your business contracts and more

These other services are available on an individual basis.

Pricing

Pricing is similar to that of other LLC formation companies.

  • Basic: Free plus state filing fees.
  • Standard: $199 plus state filing fees.
  • Premium: $299 plus state filing fees.

Overall

SwyftFilings provides the same services as other companies, but it seems their premium package includes more services than other similar companies, so you get a bigger bank for your buck.

Northwest Registered Agent

Northwest Registered Agent is a nationally registered agent service. It is a family and employee-owned business. It works slightly differently than most of the other LLC formation businesses reviewed here.

Services, Offerings, and Pricing

Northwest Registered Agent provides a free business tool to walk you through creating your Articles of Organization for your LLC. If that is all you need, and plan on doing the rest of the LLC filing work on your own, you are finished here.

You can also pay $39 plus Oregon filing fees for a service that will:

  • Create your operating agreement.
  • Provide you with registered agent service for one year.
  • Provide you with a domain name, website, email, and phone.
  • Provide you with an address and mail forwarding service.

There seems to be no hidden charges.

Overall

This service is great for those on an economy budget and who only need limited services. The $39 is quite a bargain with an operating agreement and registered agent service for one year.

Can you Form Your LLC in Oregon by Yourself?

You can carefully follow all the requirements and create your LLC on your own. Be sure you provide all required information and fees, including the state fees, and obtain the correct licenses and permits. You can find out on your own what is needed legally and tax-wise.

On the other hand, you can opt to use an LLC formation service and turn over the red tape to the formation company. This frees up your time so you can begin work on your business.

Conclusion

The LLC formation companies offer similar services and similar fees. All have good customer reviews. It is up to you to review each website to see which one seems the best suited for you and the way you work.

This portion of our website is for informational purposes only. Tailor Brands is not a law firm, and none of the information on this website constitutes or is intended to convey legal advice. All statements, opinions, recommendations, and conclusions are solely the expression of the author and provided on an as-is basis. Accordingly, Tailor Brands is not responsible for the information and/or its accuracy or completeness.

Terry O'Toole
Terry OToole

Terry is a serial entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience building businesses across multiple industries – construction, real estate, e-commerce, hotelier, and now digital media. When not working, Terry likes to kick back and relax with family, explore Taoism’s mysteries, or savor the taste of fine Italian red wine.

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