--- title: "LLC Attorney" description: "California does not authorize Series LLCs. Learn what your options are and how to achieve multi-asset liability separation for your California business." canonical: https://llcattorney.com/states/ca/series-llc-california image: https://llcattorney.com/images/share-cover.png source_path: /states/ca/series-llc-california --- ## Does California Allow Series LLCs? California does not currently have a Series LLC statute. You cannot form a Series LLC directly in California. Business owners with a California base who want Series LLC-like liability separation typically consider two options: (1) forming a Series LLC in a state that authorizes them — most commonly Wyoming, Delaware, or Texas — and then registering as a foreign LLC in California; or (2) forming separate standard LLCs for each asset or venture in California, which achieves liability separation at a higher per-entity filing cost. **Note:** Even if you form a Series LLC in another state, Californiacourts may not fully recognize the liability separation between series for activities conducted within California. Consult a California-licensed attorney before choosing this structure. ## What Are the Alternatives in California? - **Multiple standard LLCs** — the most legally certain approach in California; each asset or venture has its own filing, its own liability shield, and its own tax identity - **Holding company structure** — form a parent LLC that owns subsidiary LLCs, keeping assets in separate entities while centralizing management - **Foreign Series LLC** — form a Series LLC in Wyoming or Delaware, register it as a foreign LLC in California, and conduct business here — but note that California's recognition of the inter-series liability shield is untested ## Form an LLC in California LLC Attorney forms standard LLCs in California — including operating agreement drafting and registered agent service. We can also help you structure multi-entity arrangements for asset separation. Ready to Launch Your Business in ca?Follow our fast, easy process to get started right now.[Start My Business](https://app.llcattorney.com/formation?intake_type=formation) ## California Series LLC — FAQs ### Can you form a Series LLC in California? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) No. California does not currently have a Series LLC statute. You cannot form a Series LLC directly in California. Business owners who want Series LLC-like liability separation must either form a Series LLC in an authorizing state (such as Wyoming, Delaware, or Texas) or use separate standard LLCs for each asset. ### What is a Series LLC and what does it do? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) A Series LLC is a master LLC with multiple legally separate "series," each holding its own assets and liabilities. In states that authorize them, debts and claims against one series cannot reach the assets of another. They are popular with real estate investors and multi-business owners. ### Can I use a Wyoming or Delaware Series LLC in California? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) Yes — you can form a Series LLC in Wyoming or Delaware and register it as a foreign LLC in California. However, California courts have not confirmed that they will respect the inter-series liability separation for activities conducted within California. This creates legal uncertainty that a standard multi-LLC structure avoids. ### What is the best alternative to a Series LLC in California? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) The most legally certain alternative in California is forming a separate standard LLC for each asset or venture. Another option is a holding company structure — a parent LLC that owns subsidiary LLCs — which achieves asset separation with cleaner legal clarity. LLC Attorney can help you choose and implement the right structure. ### Will California adopt a Series LLC statute? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) As of June 2026, California has not enacted Series LLC legislation. Legislative developments vary; consult the California Secretary of State or a California attorney for the most current information. ### Does LLC Attorney form LLCs in California? ![icon](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Ficons%2FfaqPlus.png&w=128&q=75) Yes. LLC Attorney forms standard LLCs in California — including operating agreement drafting and registered agent service. We can also advise on multi-entity structures for asset protection and business separation. ## Related California LLC Resources - [California LLC Formation Guide](/states/ca) - [California Registered Agent Service](/states/ca/registered-agent-california) - [How to Amend Your California LLC](/states/ca/llc-amendment-california)