Delaware Corporation Formation
The global standard for corporate governance and venture financing. Over 60% of Fortune 500 companies choose Delaware for its business-friendly laws and specialized court system.
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Why Incorporate in Delaware?
Court of Chancery
Delaware's specialized business court system provides efficient, predictable dispute resolution with judges who are experts in corporate law.
Investor Preference
Venture capitalists and institutional investors strongly prefer Delaware corporations for funding and eventual IPOs.
Flexible Corporate Law
Delaware's General Corporation Law is the most advanced and flexible in the nation, refined over decades of business use.
Established Precedent
Extensive case law provides predictability and clarity for corporate governance and shareholder rights.
Director Protection
Strong indemnification and exculpation provisions protect directors and officers from personal liability.
IPO Ready
Delaware incorporation is virtually required for companies planning to go public on major exchanges.
Professional Management
Well-understood governance structures for boards, shareholders, and professional management teams.
Fast Formation
Same-day incorporation available with expedited filing options through the Delaware Division of Corporations.
What We Deliver
Certificate of Incorporation
Filed Delaware Certificate of Incorporation with the Division of Corporations, officially creating your corporation.
Corporate Bylaws
Attorney‑reviewed bylaw templates and organizational resolution templates tailored to your business structure.
Registered Agent Service
Delaware Registered Agent service with automated compliance reminders and document handling.
Corporate Kit & Records
Initial board minutes, stock issuance templates, and corporate record-keeping guidance.
How Delaware Incorporation Works
Choose Corporate Name & Structure
Select a unique corporate name and determine your share structure, including common and preferred stock classes.
Appoint Delaware Registered Agent
Designate a Delaware Registered Agent with a physical Delaware address to receive legal documents.
File Certificate of Incorporation
We prepare and file your Certificate of Incorporation with the Delaware Division of Corporations.
Adopt Bylaws & Issue Stock
Adopt corporate bylaws, hold the organizational meeting, and issue initial stock to founders.
Obtain EIN & Banking
Get your federal tax ID number (EIN) and set up corporate banking and accounting systems.
Ongoing Compliance
File Annual Reports and pay Franchise Tax each year by March 1st to maintain good standing.
Delaware Corporation Types
C Corporation
The standard corporate structure preferred by investors and required for IPOs. Offers maximum flexibility for growth and fundraising.
- ✓ Unlimited shareholders
- ✓ Multiple stock classes
- ✓ Investor-friendly structure
- ✓ IPO eligible
S Corporation Election
C Corporation with S Corp tax election for pass-through taxation while maintaining corporate structure and protection.
- ✓ Pass-through taxation
- ✓ No double taxation
- ✓ Limited to 100 shareholders
- ✓ One class of stock