To create an LLC you have to write an article of organization. You can prepare your own article but it is highly recommended to retain a professional to register your business. ---This post was edited to remove a commercial link. Read our discussion policies for more Community best practices.

It's good to know you want to start a consultancy business in CA as an LLC. Here are some useful links to help form your company. FAQ like Form/register, license or terminate a business entity and Annual and biennial requirements for a business entity etc. Online CA LLC FAQ nolonow.nolo.com/noe/popup/NNLLCCABAS_faq.html LLC California Tax Information Further I also suggest you visit some trusted online business sites to market and promote your services. This makes it easier for you to grab business leads to your business. ---This post was edited to remove a commercial link. Read our discussion policies for more Community best practices.

You can also use Business.gov's California Small Business Guide to help navigate your legal requirements. The Small Business Guide points to California government information, suchs as taxes, licensing and permitting information, training and assitance, etc. Hopefully it will help you cut down on your researching time :)

http://www.boe.ca.gov/info/reg.htm That web page should answer all your questions and get you on the right track.... I agree their site is horrible in terms of navigation.