You don't have to file any paperwork to establish a partnership -- you can create a partnership simply by agreeing to go into business with another person. However, there are certain steps you need to take to properly run a business as a partnership.
To find out what is required to form a partnership in your state, choose your state from the list below. You will find information on how to choose and register your business name, enter into a partnership agreement, obtain licenses, permits, and zoning clearances, and obtain your Employer Identification number.
How to Establish a Partnership in California
This is a guide to forming a partnership in the state of California.
How to Form a Partnership in Florida
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Florida.
How to Form a Partnership in Georgia
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Georgia.
How to Form a Partnership in Illinois
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Illinois.
How to Form a Partnership in Massachusetts
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Massachusetts.
How to Form a Partnership in New York
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of New York.
How to Form a Partnership in North Carolina
Here are the steps you should take to form a general partnership in the state of North Carolina.
How to Form a Partnership in Pennsylvania
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Pennsylvania.
How to Form a Partnership in Texas
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Texas.
How to Form a Partnership in Wisconsin
Here are the steps you should take to form a partnership in the state of Wisconsin.