>>87362914In the United States, forming an LLC under a pseudonym or assumed name is possible in a way, but it involves a few legal considerations:
1. LLC Name: The actual name of the LLC must be registered with the state where you’re forming the entity. You cannot register the LLC under a completely fake name, as the LLC’s name must be available and comply with state regulations. However, you can register the LLC under a name that doesn’t directly identify you.
2. Privacy: If you’re concerned about privacy, some states offer more anonymity for LLC members. States like Delaware, New Mexico, and Wyoming are known for allowing more anonymity when forming LLCs, meaning your personal information (name, address) might not be required to be publicly listed.
3. Doing Business As (DBA): You can form an LLC under one name and operate the business under an assumed or trade name, known as a “Doing Business As” (DBA). The DBA allows you to use a different name for business purposes, though the LLC’s registered name will still exist legally.
4. Required Legal Information: When forming an LLC, certain legal documents like the Articles of Organization, as well as tax documents, will need to list your real name or that of a registered agent for service of process. So while the LLC can have an assumed name for branding, your legal identity may still be required behind the scenes.
5. Registered Agent: You could use a third-party registered agent service to help keep your personal identity out of public records, which adds a layer of privacy.
In summary, while you can’t use a purely fake identity to form an LLC, you can form one under a name that doesn’t reveal your identity to the public, especially if you use privacy-friendly states and services.
