In a manager-managed LLC, the business is run by one or more designated managers—who may or may not be members. Managers can even be legal entities such as corporations, trusts, or other LLCs.
Here’s why many of our clients in Miami and across Florida choose this structure:
✅ Efficiency
When an LLC has multiple owners or a more complex structure, involving everyone in day-to-day decisions can slow things down. Designating a manager (or a management team) streamlines operations and allows experienced professionals to lead.
✅ Passive Investor Friendly
Manager-managed LLCs are ideal when some members are “silent” partners who don’t want (or aren’t ready) to manage the business—like adult children receiving ownership interests from a parent.
✅ Easier Transitions
An operating agreement that provides for manager management allows you to change managers without amending the whole agreement. That’s harder to do with member-managed LLCs.
✅ Increased Privacy
Some states (including Florida) require public disclosure of the LLC’s managers. Listing a manager instead of members in the articles of organization can help maintain privacy.
✅ Stronger Liability Protection
A clear separation between ownership and management can strengthen personal liability protection—especially for single-member LLCs, where courts sometimes look closely at how distinct the owner is from the business.
Can Members Still Have Control?
Absolutely. In a manager-managed LLC, the operating agreement can be tailored to allow members to:
- Approve major business decisions
- Hire or remove managers
- Set limits on managerial authority
This way, members stay in control of the big picture—even if they’re not involved in daily operations.
Why This Matters
Choosing the right LLC management structure is more than a formality—it impacts how your business operates, how decisions are made, and how much protection you have if something goes wrong.
That’s why we recommend working with an experienced Miami business attorney when forming an LLC or reviewing an existing one. With a well-drafted operating agreement and articles of organization, you can build flexibility into your business while protecting what matters most.
Need Help Structuring Your LLC?
At Gonzalez Law, we help entrepreneurs, investors, and families across Florida form and structure LLCs with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re launching your first venture or restructuring an existing business, we’re here to help.