Choose a business name that complies with Ohio naming rules
Check name availability with the Ohio Secretary of State
Appoint a statutory agent with a physical Ohio address
Prepare and file Articles of Organization with the Ohio Secretary of State
Pay the required filing fee
Create an operating agreement for the LLC
Obtain an EIN from the IRS if needed
Register for Ohio state taxes if required
Obtain any required business licenses or permits
Open a business bank account
File the LLC’s required annual reports or other ongoing filings if applicable