Startup formation made simple—choose the right entity, documents, and compliance from day one
Launch on solid legal ground. We help founders select the right entity (LLC, corporation, or partnership), align co‑founders with clear roles and vesting, assign IP to the company, and put initial compliance on a predictable calendar. Our cross‑disciplinary team coordinates tax, employment, and contracts so your structure is built for growth—not rework.
- Entity selection and state filing strategy (Delaware vs. home state, foreign qualification, registered agent coordination).
- Founder alignment: roles, decision rights, equity splits, vesting and cliffs to reduce disputes.
- IP assignment and confidentiality—so inventions, code, content, and brands belong to the company.
- Initial compliance: EIN, state registrations, cap table basics, and a post‑launch checklist.
- Funding‑ready documents for customers, contractors, and early hires—without unnecessary complexity.
Who we help (and how we tailor your formation)
We right‑size your legal stack for today’s needs and tomorrow’s raises, hires, and launches. These common founder profiles inform entity choice, documents, and compliance pacing.
Solo founders
Simple, clean structures with liability protection and clear IP ownership; contractor agreements to move fast.
Co‑founding teams
Clear equity splits, vesting, decision rights, and deadlock/exit mechanics built into bylaws or operating agreements.
Venture‑track startups
Investor‑friendly C‑corp setups, option plans, protective provisions, and data room checklists.
Remote and distributed teams
Multi‑state registrations, IP/contractor agreements, and employment compliance coordination.
Regulated or data‑heavy products
Privacy terms, security policies, and licensing strategies aligned with your industry’s rules.
Core formation documents (what they do and why they matter)
We explain each document in plain language and prepare only what you need to launch. You’ll know how each piece fits into funding, hiring, and sales.
Operating agreement or bylaws
Decision rules, voting thresholds, officer roles, transfer limits, and dispute procedures.
Founder/Shareholder agreements
Equity splits, vesting and cliffs, buy‑sell mechanics, and IP/assignment confirmations.
IP assignment & confidentiality
Ensures inventions, code, designs, and content are owned by the company—not individuals.
Equity plans (option/RSU) & 83(b) support
Plan docs and grant templates aligned with your cap table; reminders for time‑sensitive 83(b) filings.
Terms, privacy, and key contracts
Website terms/privacy, NDAs, contractor and employment agreements, and early customer MSAs.
Our formation process (fast, organized, funder‑friendly)
- Discovery: Goals, team, IP status, expected revenue model, target funding path.
- Entity selection & filings: Choose LLC or corporation; file charter; set up registered agent; foreign qualify if needed.
- Core documents: Operating agreement/bylaws, founder agreements, IP assignment, NDAs, and initial policies.
- Registrations: EIN, state tax and licensing, and foundational compliance tasks.
- Cap table & grants: Issue founder shares/units; set vesting; prepare option plan and grant templates.
- Post‑launch checklist: Banks, accounting, insurance, annual filings, and a 90‑day contract/IP review.
Many formations complete in days to a few weeks, depending on state processing and plan complexity. For a deeper look at how matters flow at our firm, see Our Process .
Want a neutral primer on EINs and business basics? The IRS provides guidance at irs.gov and the SBA offers startup resources at sba.gov .
Fees & packages—transparent, staged, and predictable
We offer bundled formation packages with clear inclusions and timelines. Add‑ons (like option plans, data/privacy policies, or multi‑state registrations) are priced upfront. You’ll receive a written scope and billing terms before we begin so you can budget with confidence.
- Flat‑fee formation bundles for LLCs and corporations.
- Predictable add‑ons for equity plans, data/privacy, or extra state filings.
- Phase your spend—start with essentials, then layer investor‑ready documents.
- No surprises—every engagement includes a written scope letter and timeline.
Why choose Tactical Lawyers for startup formation?
- Cross‑disciplinary depth—corporate, IP, employment, contracts, and tax—so your structure works in the real world.
- Responsive communication with same‑day acknowledgments when possible and clear next steps.
- Local to Castle Rock and the Denver Metro with a growing national footprint.
- Founder‑friendly documents that investors and partners understand.
Startup Formation FAQs
Practical answers for early‑stage founders making formation decisions.
Ready to launch with confidence?
Tell us your goals. We’ll confirm conflicts, outline options, and give you a realistic timeline—filings, documents, and post‑launch compliance included.
Page last updated: September 12, 2025