Federal & state business license online application made simple

A Small Business Plan from LegalShield makes the process of securing federal and state licenses easy and stress-free.

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4.5 million people covered by LegalShield
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Lawyers avg 22 years of experience
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Plans start at around $1/day
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Established in 1972
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4.5 million people covered by LegalShield
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Lawyers avg 22 years of experience
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Plans start at around $1/day
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Established in 1972
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Save on everyday items with MEMBERPerks
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Work with a lawyer to cut through the clutter

If you’re not familiar with the federal and state licensing requirements for your business, finding the right applications and filling them out correctly can seem daunting. Working with an experienced small business lawyer can make the process much faster and nearly painless. Lawyers can help in several ways.

  • Quickly identify the licenses and permits your business needs
  • Explain the process to eliminate confusion and frustration
  • Easily locate all the necessary forms and applications
  • Guide you through filling out and submitting applications correctly
  • Help you navigate the approval process

With a LegalShield Small Business Plan, you get unlimited consultation time with a lawyer that has experience with federal and state business licensing.

Apply for licenses and permits with confidence

Some permits require filling out a simple online application that takes 5 minutes. Other licenses, such as a state liquor license, can be complicated, take a year and cost upwards of $300,000 to purchase from a private party.

Whatever the nature of the licenses you need, having a lawyer on your team allows you to enter the application process with the confidence. You won’t have to guess about whether you’re filling out the forms correctly. Your chances of success go up while your stress goes down.

As a LegalShield member, you can submit applications for review by your lawyer prior to filing. Also, you can have your lawyer make phone calls and write letters to government agencies to facilitate the approval process for no additional fee.View plans and pricing

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How to appeal denials, handle expiration and fight fines

If you have applied for a federal or state license and your application is held up or has been denied, our lawyers can help you figure out what went wrong and file an appeal.

If you have been fined due to an expired license or other violation, you should have a phone consultation with a lawyer experienced in federal and state licensing. Getting legal advice can help protect your rights and minimize financial damage to your business.

The most cost effective way to get the legal support you need, without the hefty hourly lawyer fees, is to get a small business plan from LegalShield.

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How a LegalShield Small Business Plan works for licenses and permits

All LegalShield plans come jam-packed with valuable benefits. When it comes to applying for federal and state licenses, common plan usage is in two areas.

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Advice, consultation and research

Legal consultation from a provider lawyer on business legal matters, with legal research for each issue, if needed.

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Document review

Put business-related legal documents through legal review.

What people are saying

Trustpilot five-star rating
The Best! They've been my go to for any legal question and they're always very helpful.
Daniel
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NV Member
November 5, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
I tried to get the refund on my own but was unsuccessful. LegalShield resolved my problem and helped me received a refund of more than $550. This is the second time I was able to secure a refund with the help of LegalShield.
Samantha
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IL Member
November 3, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
For a reasonable monthly charge, I feel secure knowing that I have the ability to seek legal assistance at any given notice.
Adolfo
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TX Member
November 2, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
I had a incident with the airline. They didn’t want to refund my flight. LegalShield helped me receive it.
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CA Member
November 1, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
LegalShield helped me draft a letter and recover funds in a difficult case where I paid for a service that I never received. Without the help of LegalShield the money would have been lost (500$+).
John
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TX Member
October 8, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
Great service gives me peace of mind. Talking with the attorneys has been very simple. I've gotten all the answers that I needed in a timely fashion. I feel like the attorneys actually care, and that I am getting what I need..
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OR
October 7, 2026
Trustpilot five-star rating
I was having trouble getting my washer dryer combo repaired by the company that manufactured it...I called Legalshield to help me out. Legalshield was excellent. They addressed my concerns. With in 10 business days I had a buy back for the full amount.
Maryann
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AZ Member
October 6, 2026
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As a single Dad, I need all the support I can get. This team has been super helpful, navigating ins and outs from everyday life to high conflict, coparenting issues. I am truly grateful for their support and knowledge.
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WA Member
October 2, 2026

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