Private Company Formation
Reduce your public-record footprint with privacy-minded LLC and holding company structures, always within legal boundaries.
The Scenarios That Make Privacy Urgent
Your startup gets acquired
The deal closes, and suddenly your name is in every business database, tied to a high-value exit. Now you're a target for lawsuits, scams, and unwanted attention.
A domain WHOIS lookup exposes you
Someone looks up your company domain and finds your home address, phone number, and personal email. Within 48 hours, you're getting cold calls and physical mail at your residence.
A litigious customer finds an opening
Your LLC is registered in your name. When they sue, they discover your other business interests and personal assets through public records. What started as a small claim becomes a fishing expedition.
Your business partner's divorce
Their ex's attorney subpoenas your company records because your partner's name is publicly tied to your LLC. Now you're dealing with discovery requests and depositions for something that has nothing to do with you.
You can't predict every way exposure becomes a problem. Private company formation is how you reduce your attack surface before something goes wrong.
What This Includes
- •Jurisdiction selection (Wyoming, New Mexico, or other privacy-friendly states)
- •Registered agent guidance and selection support
- •Holding company structures when appropriate for your situation
- •Virtual address and operational privacy setup
- •Compliance-first approach to beneficial ownership reporting (FinCEN)
Is Private Formation Right for You?
This service is designed for a specific type of client: business owners and founders who've built something worth protecting. You're likely a fit if:
- ✓You're a founder or business owner with $500K+ in net worth (or approaching it fast)
- ✓You have multiple business entities and want to reduce cross-contamination risk
- ✓You're approaching a liquidity event and want to structure privacy before the transaction closes
- ✓You've already been doxxed or targeted and need to reduce your public footprint
- ✓You want privacy but won't compromise on legal compliance
If that sounds like you, the Threat Model Quiz will give you a personalized recommendation and next steps.
Privacy vs Anonymity: The Legal Distinction
"Anonymous" in this context means reducing what's publicly visible in routine public records, not evading lawful reporting, KYC/AML, or regulatory requirements.
You will still need to comply with beneficial ownership reporting (FinCEN BOI), bank KYC requirements, and any industry-specific regulations. What we reduce is unnecessary exposure in Secretary of State filings, domain registrations, and other public-facing records.
How It Works
Take the Threat Model Quiz
Understand your current exposure level and get a personalized tier recommendation based on your situation.
Contact
We'll discuss your specific situation, formation goals, jurisdiction options, and create a tailored plan.
Formation Guidance
I guide you through jurisdiction selection, registered agent choice, structure setup, and compliance requirements.
Specialist Introductions
If needed, I'll connect you with vetted CPAs, attorneys, or other professionals for specialized support.