Form CA LLC-1 Articles of Organization

INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION CA LLC-1
This form is used to form a limited liability company in the state of California. After filing this form, you should regard the Exemption Application Booklet (FTB 3500 Booklet) in order to apply for tax exemptions.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 1”
Enter the name of the limited liability company in Item 1. The name of the LLC needs to end with “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC” or “L.L.C.” The words “Limited” and “Company” can be abbreviated “Ltd.” and “Co.” If you reserved the name prior to filing this document, attach the appropriate sheet.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 2”
Do not alter Item 2 in any way. The phrase is required under state statute. Seek the services of an attorney if you want to limit the business of the LLC by providing an additional attachment.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 3”
Enter the name of the LLC’s agent in Item 3. If the agent is an individual person, they must have residency in the state of California. If the agent is a corporation, they must be filed under the Secretary of State. Enter the address of the agent in Item 4.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 4”
Check the appropriate box in Item 5. Check if the limited liability company needs managed by one manager, several managers, or all LLC members. You can only check one box.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 5”
Item 6 calls for any attachments with this form. Attach any forms such as a name reservation form. Make sure the attachments are consistent with state statute.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 6”
This form must be signed by the organizer of the form. The signature may not include the signature of a manger or member of the LLC. If an attorney signs the form, these words should follow: “Attorney-in-fact of (name of person).” Regard page 3 of this form for more instructions on signatures.
“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 7”
Filings fees for this form are $70.00. If the documents are dropped off in-person, there is an additional $15.00 special handling fee. The applicant can submit this form online, hand-deliver the form, or mail the forms. If you’re mailing the form, use the following address:
Secretary of State
Document Filing Support Unit
P.O. Box 944228
Sacramento, CA 94244-2280
Form RI Certificate of Limited Partnership
INSTRUCTIONS: RI CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
You’re strongly encouraged to consult with an attorney or tax specialist before completing this form. You need to understand the legal implications of forming a limited partnership make sure the form is completed correctly and submitted with any other required forms.
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 1”
Provide the proposed name of the limited partnership in section 1. Make sure the name contains the words “limited partnership” or the abbreviation “L.P.” with or without the periods.
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 2”
In section 2, list the address of the office where the limited partnership’s records are kept. The limited partnership needs to inform the Secretary of State immediately if the address changes. Next, provide the name and street address of the limited partnership’s registered agent for any future service of process in section 3. Do not provide a P.O. Box.
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 4”
State the name and business address of each general partner in section 4—even if the partner is out-of-state. If you need additional space, attach a separate sheet.
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 5”
List the mailing address of the limited partnership in section 5. If there are any other provisions, address these matters in section 6. If additional space is needed, attach a separate form. All of general partners then need to sign the bottom of this form. Make sure the signatures correspond with the names in section 4.
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 6”
The filing fee for this form is $100.00. Make the check or money order payable to Rhode Island Secretary of State.
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 7”
Attach any other required documents and send the forms to the following address:
State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
Office of the Secretary of State
Corporations Division
148 W. River Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02904-2615
“RI Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 8”
If you have any questions about the filing procedure, you can call the Secretary of State’s Office at (401) 222-3040 on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Form CA Articles of Amendment (LLC)

INSTRUCTIONS: CA ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT (LLC)
This form is used to amend the original Articles of Organization for an LLC. A Certificate of Amendment needs filed within 30 days after the changes are made to the original Articles of Organization. The Certificate will become effective no more than 90 days after filing the Certificate of Amendment.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 1”
Include the file number issued by the California Secretary of State in Item 1.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 2”
Include the limited liability company’s name in Item 2. Make sure the name is the one filed with the California Secretary of State in the original Articles of Organization.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 3”
In Item 3, only fill out the section if the information is changed from the original Articles of Organization. If you’re requesting a change of name for the limited liability company, fill out section A. If you’re changing the management structure of the LLC, check the appropriate box in section B.
Provide information in section C if any of the text within the original Articles of Organization has changed. If any additional information is required, attach separate pages to this form.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 4”
Provide the effective date of the amendment in Item 4. If no date is indicated, the changes will become effective when the forms are filed with the Secretary of State.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 5”
Provide the number of attached pages in Item 5. All attached pages should be on one-side 8 ½” by 11” paper.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 6”
Provide the signature of the authorized person and the date of signature in Item 6. Print the name of the authorized person in the line provided below.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 7”
Provide the name and address where the Certificate of Amendment should be sent in Item 7.
“CA Articles of Amendment (LLC) Step 8”
The filing fees for this form are $30.00. If the form is hand-delivered to the Secretary of State, there is an additional $15.00 special handling fee. This form can be submitted online, delivered in-person, or mailed. If you’re mailing in the form, use the following address:
Secretary of State
Document Filing Support Unit
P.O. Box 944228
Sacramento, CA 94244-2280