INSTRUCTIONS: DDLC INCORPORATION PACKET (LLC)

Use this packet to form a limited liability company in New Mexico.  Although the packet provides detailed instructions, you’re still encouraged to consult with an attorney. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 1”

State the name of the limited liability company in Article I.  Make sure the name contains one of the following designations: limited liability company, limited company, L.L.C., LLC, L.C., or LC. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 2”

Enter a date in Article II if the limited liability is expected to dissolve in the future.  Leave the Article blank if the LLC is perpetual. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 3”

List the name of the registered agent, the street address for the registered office, and the street address of the LLC’s principal place of business in Article III.  The registered agent must be a individual resident of the state or another business authorized to conduct business in the state. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 4”

If a manager is responsible for the management of the business, check the space in Article IV.  If the management is vested in the members, leave the space blank. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 5”

Check the space in Article V if the company is a single member limited liability company.  Leave the space blank otherwise.

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 6”

List the effective date for the Articles of Organization in Article VI.  Each organizer must sign their name at the bottom of the Articles.  If more space is needed, attach a separate sheet. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 7”

If the LLC has elected an individual agent, the registered agent needs to complete the first two lines of the Statement of Acceptance.  If the agent is a corporation the last two lines need completed. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 8”

The filing fee for this form is $50.  If an additional copy is requested, there is an additional $25 for each requested copy.  The fee can be paid by check or money order—made payable to New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. 

“DDLC Incorporation Packet (LLC) Step 9”

Collect the original copy, a duplicate copy, and filing fee.  Send the package to the following address: 

Public Regulation Commission

Corporations Bureau

Chartered Documents Division

P.O. Box 1269

Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504-1269

INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION FOR A DOMESTIC LLC

Use this form to begin the process of forming of profit or nonprofit limited liability company in Ohio.  This form is easy to complete, but you should still consult with an attorney while completing this form and additional forms. 

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 1”

Check the appropriate box at the top of the document.  Check box 1 if the company is for-profit, or check box 2 if the company is nonprofit. 

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 2”

Provide the name of the limited liability company in the next box.  Make sure the name contains one of the following designations: limited liability company, limited, LLC, L.L.C., ltd., or ltd. 

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 3”

If you want to extend the effective date after the Secretary of State approves the forms, enter a specific date in the next section no more than 90 days after the filing date.  If the existence of the limited liability company is any less than perpetual, provide a period of existence below the effective date. 

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 4”

Provide the purpose of the limited liability company at the bottom of the first page.  This part is optional, but it’s still a good idea to include this information.  If any additional provisions exist, check the box at the bottom of the first page and attach additional sheets. 

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 5”

Make sure to complete the Original Appointment of Agent and Acceptance of Appointment on the second page.  Provide the name and address of the statutory agent, and make sure they provide their signature at the bottom of the second page.

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 6”

At least one member has to sign the third page of this form. 

“Articles of Organization for a Domestic LLC Step 7”

The filing fee for this form is $125.00.  Expedited service will add $100 to the filing fee.  If you want expedited service, use the following address:

Ohio Secretary of State

PO Box 1390

Columbus, OH 43216

If you want regular service, use the following address:

PO Box 670

Columbus, OH 43216

INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION (LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY)

Use this form to formally establish a limited liability company in the state of Oregon.  Make sure you consult with an attorney before completing this form. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 1”

List the name of the proposed limited liability company in Article 1.  Make sure the name contains one of the following terms: limited liability company or L.L.C. (with or without periods). 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 2”

Check the appropriate box in Article 2.  If you specify a dissolution date and check the first box, provide a specific date on the line provided. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 3”

List the name of the registered agent and the street address of the registered agent in Articles 3 and 4.  In Article 5, list an address where the Secretary of State can send notices. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 4”

List the name and address of each person forming the limited liability company in Article 6.  If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 5”

Indicate the management structure in Article 7 by checking the appropriate box.  Check the first box if member-managed; check the second box if manager-managed. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 6”

If you’re forming a limited liability company that offers professional service, state the specific type of service in Article 8.  If there are any other provisions, check the box in Article 9 and provide separate sheets.  If any of the members, managers, employees, or agents are responsible for certain expenses under ORS 63.160, check the second box in Article 9. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 7”

List the name and street address for both the owners and the managers in Articles 10 and 11.  If the members are the managers as well, do not repeat the names and addresses. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 8”

The organizers need to provide their signatures in Article 12.  Make sure to provide a contact name and telephone number for correspondence in the future. 

“Articles of Organization (Limited Liability Company) Step 9”

The filing fee for this form is $100, and there is a $5 charge for each confirmation copy.  Make the check payable to Corporation Division, and send the completed forms to the address at the top of this form. 

INSTRUCTIONS: APPLICATION TO RESERVE NAME (CORPORATION)

You can use this form to reserve the name of corporation being formed in the state of South Carolina.  You need to type or print this form in black ink.  You should consult with an attorney before completing this form. 

“Application to Reserve Name (Corporation) Step 1”

Write the name of the proposed name for reservation on the first line of this form.  Make sure you regard §33-4-102 (a) of the 1976 South Carolina Code of Laws before choosing a name.  Also, make sure the name contains one of the following designations: corporation, incorporate, company, limited, corp., inc., co., or ltd.

Also, make sure the name is distinguishable from other corporate names in the state.  You can use the following link under the Secretary of State to search for business filings in South Carolina: https://www.scsos.com/Search%20Business%20Filings. 

“Application to Reserve Name (Corporation) Step 2”

The applicant needs to provide their name, street address, and signature in the second section of this form.  Make sure to list the reserved name on the line above the signature as well. 

“Application to Reserve Name (Corporation) Step 3”

You need to make a copy of the original completed form.  You can provide self-addressed, stamped envelope for a faster return as well.  The filing fee for this form is $10.00, and you should make the check payable to the Secretary of State when you file this document.  

“Application to Reserve Name (Corporation) Step 4”

Send the completed forms to the following address:

Secretary of State

1205 Pendleton Street Suite 525

Columbia, SC 29201

“Application to Reserve Name (Corporation) Step 5”

If the Secretary of State approves the name reservation, you can reserve the name for a maximum of 120 days.  If you need a trademark or service mark, you’ll need further clearance as well.  If you need more information about a trademark, contact the Trademarks Division under the office of the Secretary of State.