Clear answers before you take the next step.

No. Submitting the form, receiving a response, or scheduling an initial consultation does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship. Representation begins only after conflicts and fit are reviewed and both you and the firm enter into a written engagement agreement.

Chris will discuss the facts and goals you provide, identify the principal issues and practical options, and determine whether a further legal engagement makes sense. The consultation is not a promise that the firm will accept the matter.

Yes. If you retain Chris Jackson Law for related legal services within 30 days, the consultation fee is credited toward legal fees under that engagement. It does not apply to state filing fees or third-party costs and is not refundable in cash.

No. Chris is licensed to practice law in California. General business-law and entity-law matters ordinarily require an appropriate California connection. Certain limited federal-law services, including federal S Corporation elections, are available nationwide because they do not involve advice concerning another state’s laws.

Not necessarily. A holding company can be useful in the right circumstances, but additional entities create filing fees, tax and reporting considerations, banking requirements, and ongoing administration. Chris evaluates whether the expected benefit justifies the added complexity.

No lawful structure makes an owner invisible to every bank, tax authority, court, regulator, or required recipient. Some structures can reduce the owner’s name appearing in particular public records, but privacy is fact-specific and should not be confused with secrecy or immunity from liability.

No. A federal S Corporation election is governed by federal tax law. Chris offers limited-scope advice, preparation, and filing of federal S Corporation elections to qualifying LLCs and corporations throughout the United States. The engagement does not include advice regarding the entity or business laws of your state unless separately agreed upon and legally permitted.

The flat-fee service includes an attorney consultation about whether and when to make the election, review of federal eligibility, determination of the intended effective date and filing deadline, preparation of IRS Form 2553, coordination of signatures, filing with the IRS, a copy and proof of submission, and brief guidance about what happens next.

Federal late-election relief may be available in some circumstances. Late-election engagements start at $750 and include review of potential eligibility for relief, preparation of the required election documents and statements, and filing with the IRS. Complicated filing histories, classification issues, or IRS controversies may require a separate scope.

No. This website and The LLC Guide provide general educational information. Legal advice requires consideration of your particular facts through an attorney-client engagement.