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Starting a business in Colorado involves more than coming up with a name and opening your doors. Before you begin signing contracts, hiring employees, collecting sales tax, or taking on customers, you need to understand how your business will be structured and which...

Colorado Business License vs LLC: What’s the Difference? Business license vs LLC is a common question for Colorado business owners because both can be part of starting a company, but they do very different things. An LLC creates a legal business entity, while a...

How to Register a Trade Name in Colorado State of Colorado trade name registration is the process of filing a business name that is different from the legal name of the person or entity operating the business. A trade name is also commonly called a DBA, “doing...

Before You Hire Your First Employee in Colorado: A Legal Checklist for Small Business Owners Before You Hire Your First Employee in Colorado: A Legal Checklist for Small Business Owners Hiring your first employee is a big milestone. It can mean that your business is...

Getting a business license in Colorado starts with understanding what kind of business you are opening, where it will operate, and which state, local, tax, or industry rules apply. A business license is not the same as forming an LLC or corporation, and that is where...

An LLC may need a business license in Colorado, but an LLC itself is not a business license. At the Law Office of E.C. Lewis, P.C., we help business owners understand the difference between forming a legal entity and getting the registrations, permits, or licenses...

LLC vs Corporation in Colorado: Which Business Structure Is Right for You? Choosing a business structure is one of the first big decisions a Colorado business owner makes. It can affect how your company is managed, how ownership works, how taxes may be handled, and...

How to Register a Company in Colorado: A Step-by-Step Guide Starting a business can feel simple on the surface. You choose a name, file a form, and begin working with customers. But once you look closer, the process involves decisions that can affect ownership, taxes,...

Business Formation Documents You Need in Colorado Starting a business in Colorado takes more than filing one form. You may need state filings, internal ownership documents, contracts, tax records, licenses, and compliance paperwork before the business is truly ready...

Starting a Business with a Partner in Colorado: Legal Considerations Starting a business with someone you trust can be exciting. One partner may bring funding, while another brings the idea, industry experience, operations, or sales skills. But even strong...