INSTRUCTIONS: FL PARTNERSHIP REGISTRATION STATEMENT

This form allows two or more individuals and/or business entities to form a partnership in the state of Florida.  If additional help is needed with this form, you should hire an attorney.

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 1”

Provide the name of the partnership on the first line of the form.  Make sure the name of the partnership is not already registered under the Florida Department of State. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 2”

List the state and county of the partnership’s formation in part 2.  List the partnership’s federal employer identification (FEI) number in part 3.

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 3”

List the street address for the chief executive office in part 4.  Provide the street number, street name, city, state, zip code, and country if outside of the US. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 4”

If a principal office exists within the state of Florida, list the street address for the office in part 5.  Otherwise, leave this section blank.

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 5”

Check the appropriate box in part 6.  Check the first box if you’re attaching a list of names and mailing address for all partners and Florida registration numbers for business entities.  Check the second box if a registered agent is responsible for maintaining a similar list. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 6”

Provide the name and street address for the registered agent in the second section of part 6.  Provide a Florida registration number if the registered agent is a business entity.  If any of the partners are business entities, provide the name of the entity and their Florida registration number in the third section of part 6. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 7”

If the partnership wants to postpone the effective date, provide a specific date in part 7.  Two partners need to provide their signatures at the bottom of this form and print their name below their signature. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 8”

The partnership needs to provide a cover sheet with this form.  Provide the name of the partnership at the top of the form and a name and contact information for correspondence. 

“FL Partnership Registration Statement Step 9”

Provide a minimum filing fee of $50.00 with this form.  If you’re mailing the form, use the following address:

Registration Section

Division of Corporations

Clifton Building

2661 Executive Center Circle

Tallahassee, Florida 32301

INSTRUCTIONS: NV PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION

Use this form if you’re applying for a partnership in the state of Nevada and you want to submit the documents by mail.  DO NOT use this form if you are exempt from requirements under NRS 76.020.  If you’re exempt from licensing requirements under the mentioned statute, file a State Business License Exemption form with the Secretary of State. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 1”

A partner of the names partnership needs to sign the first part of this form.  The statement states the applicant believes all of the information on the form is accurate and complete and that false and forged statements qualify as a category C felony.  The partner needs to provide their first name, last name, title, and date of signature as well. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 2”

In part 2, state the name of the partnership.  If the partnership is a limited liability limited partnership, limited partnership, or a professional partnership, the proposed name must qualify under state law.  Ask and attorney for more information. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 3”

If there are any other business entities joining the partnership, list the entity names in part 3.  Up to 4 business entities can join the partnership in Nevada. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 4”

List the physical street address of the partnership’s principle office—even if out of state—in part 4.  If the mailing address is different from the physical address, list the mailing address in part 5. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 5”

Provide a phone number for the partnership, along with an email address for electronic notices.  Check the box in part 7 if you want to receive notices electronically.  If you do not check the box, notices will arrive by mail. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 6”

Provide a taxpayer identification number in part 8.  Do not list a social security number in any case. 

“NV Partnership Application Step 7”

The filing fee for this form is $200.00, and expedited service will cost more.  Make the check payable to Secretary of State and send the forms to the following address:

Secretary of State

202 North Carson Street

Carson City, Nevada 89701-4201

If the form is unsigned, incomplete, or inaccurate, the applicant will receive a returned form.  The filing fee is nonrefundable so make sure the form is complete and accurate.  Consider speaking with an attorney while filing this form. 

INSTRUCTIONS: TENNESSEE GENERAL PARTNERSHIP (STATEMENT OF PARTNERSHIP AUTHORITY) 

To form a general partnership in the state of Tennessee, you will need to file a statement of partnership authority. This form is processed by the Secretary of State and is available on the website of the government of Tennessee. This document is not mandatory for use. The Secretary of State will process a statement of partnership authority drafted by the business in question.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 1: Question one asks for the name of the general partnership.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 2: Question two asks for the street address of your chief executive office.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 3: Question three asks for the street address of one of your Tennessee offices, if applicable.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 4: Question four asks for the names of all partners who are authorized to execute instruments related to real property owned by the partnership.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 5: Question five should only be completed if you need to describe the authority or limitations thereof of some or all partners to perform other transactions on behalf of the partnership. 

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 6: Two partners must sign and print their name, as well as providing the date. 

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 7: A filing fee of $20 must be submitted along with this statement of partnership authority. This may be paid with a check, money order or bank draft.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 8: Unless dissolved earlier, the partnership will be cancelled five years after it takes effect or five years after the most recent amendment concerning it has been filed.

Tennessee General Partnership (Statement Of Partnership Authority) Step 9: At a later date, the statement may be amended or canceled by any person who signed it by submitting an amendment or cancellation. This statement should contain the name of the partnership, identify the statement earlier filed, and give a summary of the proposed amendment or cancellation. A standardized Amendment/Cancellation of Partnership Statement form is provided by the Secretary of State. A $20 filing fee will be assessed for processing this statement.

INSTRUCTIONS: TEXAS CERTIFICATE OF FORMATION FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION (Form 201)

Texas for-profit corporations must file a certificate of formation with the secretary of state to conduct their business. This form 201 is available on the website of the Texas Secretary of State.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 1: Article 1 requires you to give the name and type of your business, such as corporation or company.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 2: Article 2 requires you to provide information about your business' registered agent and their office.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 3: Article 3 requires you to give the names and addresses of all company directors. 

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 4: Article 4 requires you to detail how many shares will be issued. Indicate their par value or whether there will not be any.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 5: Note any supplemental provisions or information in the box where indicated.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 6: Give the name and address of the organizer of this form where indicated.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 7: Under "Effectiveness Of Filing," indicate whether you wish for this document to take effect as soon as it is filed by the office of the Secretary of State or on another date. If so, give the date.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 8: The organizer should print and sign their name at the bottom of the second page, along with the date.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 9: The application should be submitted in duplicate to the office of the Texas Secretary of State by mail, max or in person. The appropriate addresses and numbers are included in the instructions.

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 10: A $300 filing fee must be paid when this application is submitted. Payment may be made by check, money order, debit or credit cards. If submitting your application by fax, credit card information must be included in this transmission. 

Texas Certificate Of Formation For-Profit Corporation 201 Step 11: A file-stamped copy of one of the copies of the application will be returned once it has been processed and approved. 

INSTRUCTIONS: DOMESTIC LLC CERTIFICATE OF FORMATION

This form is used to establish a limited liability company in the state of Alabama.  This form and all filing fees are filed with the Office of the Judge of Probate in the county where the registered office is located. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 1”

In part 1, provide the name of the limited liability company.  The name of the entity must contain the words “Limited Liability Company,” “L.L.C” or “LLC.”  The name needs to match the name provided on the Name Reservation Certificate.  Attach this form to this document as well. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 2”

In part 2, provide the name and full address of the person who completed this form.  Provide the full street address of the principal office used by the limited liability company in part 3.  If the company has a mailing address, provide this address as well. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 3”

In part 4, provide the name, street address, and mailing address (if different from street address) of the Registered Agent.  Provide specific reasons why the LLC was formed in part 5. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 4”

Provide the name of the Organizer (or multiple names) in part 7.  Provide their street address and mailing address (if applicable).  If there is more than one Organizer, provide a list of their names and addresses. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 5”

Provide the number of Managers, their names, and their mailing address in part 8.  Attach a separate sheet if more room is required.

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 6”

Provide the effective date of the LLC in part 11.  The date must be after the date this form is filed with the county judge of probate but not more than 90 days after the signing.  If there are other documents attached to this form detailing the organization and operation of the LLC, check the box in part 11. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 7”

Provide the signatures and date of signatures of any members of the LLC at the bottom of page 2. 

“Domestic LLC Certificate of Formation Step 8”

Provide a payment of $100 for the Certificate of Formation filing fee.  Expedited processing is possible for an additional $100.  Send the original copy of this form and two copies to the Office of the Judge of Probate in the LLC’s county of operation. 

INSTRUCTIONS: NAME RESERVATION REQUEST FOR DOMESTIC ENTITIES

This form is used to reserve business or non-profit entity name before establishing the entity in Alabama.  You can complete this form by mail or over the internet. 

“Name Reservation Request for Domestic Entities Step 1”

Check one box in part 1.  You have nine different options.  In part 2, write the requested name of the business or non-profit entity.  Regard the following rules closely:

1.       Corporation names need to contain the words “corporation” or “incorporated” or an abbreviated form of either word.  Professional corporations need the word “professional corporation” or “P.C.”  Exceptions include nonprofits, banks, trust companies, savings and loan associations, and insurance companies. 

2.       A limited liability company needs to have the words “Limited Liability Company” or “L.L.C.” in the title. 

3.       A limited partnership needs to contain the words “limited partnership,” “Limited,” “L.P.,” “LP,” or “Ltd.”  The name cannot contain the words “limited liability limited partnership,” “LLLP,” or “L.L.L.P.” 

4.       The opposite rules of rule 3 apply in a limited liability limited partnership. 

5.       A banking entity needs a letter from Alabama Banking Commissioner’s Office in the name.  An insurance entity needs a letter from the Alabama Insurance Commissioner’s Office. 

6.       A professional entity requiring a license needs the designation within the name, such as accounting or engineering. 

“Name Reservation Request for Domestic Entities Step 2”

In part 3, provide the name or the entity or individual submitting the reservation request.  Provide the address of the entity or individual on the second line.

“Name Reservation Request for Domestic Entities Step 3”

Provide a mailing address and name for the certificate in part 4.  If the requester is using a prepaid account, provide the account name and account number below part 4 and check the appropriate box. 

“Name Reservation Request for Domestic Entities Step 4”

If the requester is paying by credit card, check the appropriate box in the credit card payment option and provide the card type, card number, expiration date, card holder name, and billing address.  Provide the signature of the card holder. 

“Name Reservation Request for Domestic Entities Step 5”

Mail the completed request to the Office of the Secretary of State at PO Box 5616, Montgomery, AL 36103.  Expedited processing will occur within 3 days of the date of receipt.