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I WANT TO BE YOUR
RIGHT HAND WOMAN

Running a small business is hard enough without trying to decode the tax code on your own. I give small business owners access to real legal and tax expertise, as a licensed attorney and tax preparer with a background in M&A and transaction advisory. Clear answers, practical guidance, and a professional who actually knows your name.

01. Entity Formation

Business Entity Formation
Starting a business or ready to formalize what you've already built? I handle the paperwork, the EIN, and the operating agreement so your foundation is solid from day one.
Formation Essentials -- $500 + state fees
LLC formation, EIN registration, and basic operating agreement.
Formation Plus -- $900 + state fees
Everything in Essentials, plus S-corp election filing and a 30-minute advisory call to make sure your structure actually fits your goals.

02. operations

Bookkeeping
Clean books aren't just good practice. They're how you know where your business actually stands and how you avoid scrambling at tax time. I provide monthly bookkeeping for small businesses so your financials are accurate, organized, and ready when you need them.
Starting at $400/monthBusiness Consulting
Strategic guidance from someone who understands both the business side and the legal and tax implications of your decisions. Whether you're evaluating a new revenue stream, a partnership, or a major operational change, I help you think it through before you commit.
Starting at $150/hour

03. Taxation

S-Corp Election Advisory
You've heard an S-corp election could save you money on self-employment taxes. But is it actually the right move for your business? I walk you through the math, the requirements, and the tradeoffs so you can make a confident, informed decision.
Contact me for pricingIndependent Contractor & Employment Matters
Hiring help is one of the fastest ways to create legal and tax exposure if you get the classification wrong. I help you understand the IRS and DOL standards, evaluate your working relationships, and structure engagements that hold up to scrutiny.
Contact me for pricing

04. Obm

Need someone to manage the moving parts of your business so you can focus on the work only you can do? I provide online business management support including systems, processes, vendor coordination, and day-to-day operational oversight.From project management and SOP creation to tool setup, vendor relationships, and team coordination, I step into the operational layer of your business and make it run more smoothly. If your business has outgrown what you can manage alone but isn't ready for a full-time operations hire, this is the gap I fill.Starting at $75/hour

meet your right hand woman

Allie Gidley

I'm a licensed attorney with a background in M&A and transaction advisory, a small business owner, a wife, and a mom, all based in Houston, Texas. I started Right Hand Woman because small business owners deserve access to real legal and tax expertise, not just Google results and crossed fingers. If you're building something, I want to help you build it right.

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how do i know if i need a
right hand woman?

I'm sure at least one of the following hits a little too close to home...

  • You're a small business owner or solo operator trying to figure out if your business structure is actually working for you

  • You've Googled "do I need an S-corp" at least once and still aren't sure what to do

  • You're ready to formalize your business but don't know where to start

  • Your books are a mess and tax season makes you anxious

  • You want a professional you can actually reach who knows your business by name

where do i start?

Not sure which service fits your situation? Send me a message and I'll point you in the right direction. No pressure, no commitment.