Chicago Formation Guide

Form a Series LLC
in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago is a global business hub with world-class universities, major financial exchanges, and a thriving startup ecosystem.

$400
state filing fee
~12 minutes
on Beezsplit
2,696,555
population
Why Chicago

Starting a business in Chicago

Chicago is a global business hub with world-class universities, major financial exchanges, and a thriving startup ecosystem. With a population of 2,696,555, Chicago offers a strong local market for Series LLC businesses. Illinois was the second state to adopt Series LLC legislation. Strong case law supports series liability separation.

Included

What you get

Articles of Organization
Series Operating Agreement
EIN Application

Best for: Chicago-area real estate portfolios, multi-business operators

Compliance

Illinois Series LLC requirements

Annual report ($75)
Registered agent required
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