Advice needed on foreign LLC registration requirements

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Hypothetical question

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

foreign LLC registration requirements. I've been dealing with this for about 11 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already consulted briefly with a lawyer but did not get a clear answer.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

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Have you tried reaching out to your state's bar association? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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I've dealt with this before.

Here's where people usually go wrong is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

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Something I wish I knew earlier: you don't need an EIN to open a business bank account for a single-member LLC. Your SSN works. But getting an EIN is free and keeps your SSN off more documents.