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Before registering an LLC, I entered into vendor agreements. If the LLC files bankruptcy, am I personally liable to vendors?

Asked over 2 years ago - Seattle, WA

I'm a small business owner. The company is an LLC. Before registering the company with the State of Washington, I entered into agreements with vendors under the name of the company. In the event the company files bankruptcy, will I be liable for any amounts owed to vendors with whom I entereed into agreements prior to the LLC's registration date?

I filed for an EIN and opened a bank account before registering the LLC. Does the fact I have an EIN and bank prevent any personal liability?

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Jeffrey Daniel Larkin

Reputation Level 15

Answered over 2 years ago. Bankruptcy Attorney in Carlsbad, CA.

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You could be held liable if the LLC was not officially in existance at the time you entered into those agreements. I believe filing the requisite paperwork would be a condition precedent to having a valid LLC with the benefits and protections that come with it.

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