Form a C Corporation for $0 + State Fees with Legalcrystal!

We make it easy and affordable to establish your C Corporation, offering compliance monitoring, a free year of Registered Agent service, and expert support to help your business thrive. Start your journey to success with Legalcrystal today!

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Legal Crystal Is Your Expert Guide for Formation

Forming an S Corporation can be complex and pricey without the right support.

Registering an S Corporation can be a complex process, as both federal and state governments have strict conditions, rules, and regulations to follow. Even a small mistake can lead to your application being denied. Ensure a smooth and error-free registration process with expert assistance!

Save Time and Money with Legalcrystal’s Free S Corp Formation

While others charge $149 or more, Legalcrystal offers S Corp formation at no cost. Our efficient processes reduce expenses, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Start your S Corp for free with us and focus your time and money on what truly matters—building your business.

Discover the Benefits of Forming Your C Corp with Legal Crystal

Since 2004, we’ve helped 1,000,000+ entrepreneurs and small business owners form and grow their businesses. Get industry leading support (and a host of other amazing benefits!) to start your business with confidence.

Registration and formalities

Free C Corp Filing

Articles of Organization

Business Contract Templates

EIN Business Tax

Low-cost, personalized business formation. Because when you’re starting a business, every dollar counts.

Every Legalcrystal formation package includes assistance drafting, preparing & filing Articles of Organization.

Ensure that all your contracts, documents and forms are watertight without the expense of hiring a lawyer.

Included free in our Standard and Premium formation packages; Get your EIN within 1 business day.

Office support and administrative assistance

Free 1st-Year Registered Agent

No Hidden Fees, No Contracts

Personalized Dashboard

24/7 Friendly Customer Service

On-Time Due Date Alerts

Access your complete & easy-to-use Registered Agent service free for a full year ($119/annually after that).
Get the best user experience and unparalleled value for money. Nobody gives you more for less.
Your business essentials all in one place. Access everything you need, whenever you need it.
Talk to a dedicated incorporation specialist, not a salesperson and get lifetime customer support.
Get text and email notifications, order updates and free lifetime compliance alerts within your dashboard.

How to Form a C-Corporation with Legalcrystal in 3 Simple Steps

1. Discover the Right Entity for You

Select your preferred entity type and the state for incorporation. Need help with state-specific formation requirements? Explore our C Corporation State Guides for detailed assistance.

2. Choose the Package that Meets Your Needs

Legalcrystal offers the ideal business formation package to help you launch and grow your corporation, whether you need the essentials or comprehensive business support.

3. Tell Us About Your C Corporation

Fill out the online order forms and provide the details of your C Corporation. To meet C Corporation requirements, you’ll need to share information such as the number of directors, stock details, share values, and the number of shareholders.

You’ve placed your order, now what?

Review Your Order Details

Gain access to your user-friendly business dashboard, where you can review your order details and ensure everything is in order with ease.

Receive Your Documents

All your filed documents and additional services will be readily accessible in your dashboard, with notifications to keep you informed and up to date.

Common Questions About Starting an C Corporation

Yes! With our $0 C Corp formation package, you only pay the fees required by your state. Legal Crystal filing services are free.

Since 2004 we’ve been improving and perfecting our service. Streamlined processes keep our costs down so we can pass the savings back to you. The result is a low-cost yet personalized business formation with fast and friendly service.

Each state has specific rules and requirements regarding Registered Agents, naming rules, business licenses, etc. Find out more about S Corps in your state and review our business entity comparison chart to learn about liability protection, business fees and tax.

Filing costs to form an C Corp can vary from state to state. Use our free filing fees chart to easily compare state fees before you start your business.

No! We pride ourselves on transparency. There are absolutely no hidden costs associated with forming your business.
With our $0 C Corporation package, you only pay the fee required by your state. This is the state fee for forming a C Corp that you’d need to pay even if you were doing the entire process on your own. Some states charge online processing fees to file your paperwork, but those fees come from the state, not from Legal Crystal. Legal Crystal services are entirely free if you choose the $0 C Corporation package.
Our mission is to provide you with a modern and superior experience with unparalleled value. Think of us as your business guide. We make registering a C Corporation as easy and low cost as possible, so you can focus on the important things.
Legal Crystal standard processing time to send your data onto the relevant state is 1 day.
State filing times vary from three to twelve weeks. You have the option to pay an expedited fee for Legal Crystal to process your paperwork faster (included in Premium package). Sometimes your chosen state may also offer expedited processing through their systems too - if this is the case, we’ll let you know it’s an option. Easily compare state filing times here.
Yes, we have a lot of helpful content! Learn more about C Corporations here. Check out our Resource Center for in depth information on every aspect of planning, starting and growing your business.
Of course! We believe in educating our customers and providing a wide variety of guidance at every step in the formation process and beyond.
If you require additional support, you can contact us via Help Chat in your personalized dashboard. We do also offer customer service to assist with any transactional questions.
Prefer to speak to an incorporation specialist over the phone? Get in touch on 844-830-8267 Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. CST.

Our Client who say's about Legalcrystal

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David Johnson Tech Entrepreneur

Legalcrystal made starting my business so simple and affordable. The $0 formation fee (plus state fee) was a huge relief. Their team guided me every step of the way!

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Sophia Williams Online Retailer

I was impressed by how easy it was to get my business up and running. Legalcrystal’s service was straightforward, and the dashboard made managing everything a breeze.

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James Martin Consultant

The whole process was smooth and hassle-free. I appreciated the transparency with fees and the excellent customer service. Highly recommend Legalcrystal for anyone starting a business.

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Emily Adams Small Business Owner

Legalcrystal helped me get my business set up with no hidden fees. Their team answered all my questions, and I felt confident throughout the entire process.

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Michael Davis Freelance Graphic Designer

From start to finish, Legalcrystal provided exceptional service. They took care of all the paperwork, and I appreciated the constant updates through the dashboard.

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