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. 

INSTRUCTIONS: WYOMING LIMITED PARTNERSHIP CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

To establish a limited partnership in Wyoming, you must send an application to the secretary of state. This certificate is an application available on the website of the Wyoming Secretary of State.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 1: In section one, give the name of the limited partnership, which must contain the words "Limited Partnership" in non-abbreviated form.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 2: Section two asks you for the name and physical address of your limited partnership's registered agent. A Wyoming resident or any business entity authorized to act in the state may act in this capacity. If they have a suite number, make sure that you include this.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 3: In section three, give the mailing address of the limited partnership.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 4: In section four, give your limited partnership's principal office address.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 5: In section five, give the name and business address of every partner.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 6: In section six, list the amount of cash in the partnership. Provide a description of property and services which have been contributed, as well as their agreed-upon value. Also list any property and services which will be contributed at a later date.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 7: In section seven, give the latest date on which the partnership will be dissolved. 

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 8: At least one and up to three general partners may sign and date the form.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 9: Provide the name, phone number and email address of someone who can act as a contact person if there are problems processing your form.

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 10: The last page is to be completed by your registered agent to confirm that they agree to act in this capacity on your behalf. 

Wyoming Limited Partnership Certificate Of Limited Partnership Step 11: Submit the form along with a money order or check for $100, which will cover the filing fee. This must be addressed to the "Wyoming Secretary of State."

INSTRUCTIONS: CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP MI 401

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 1”

State the name of the limited partnership in section 1.  The state requires the name to contain the term “limited partnership” or an appropriate abbreviation.  List the limited partnership’s general purpose in section 2

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 2”

Provide the address where the limited partnership’s records are filed.  Provide the registered agent’s name and address in section 3b-c. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 3”

List the powers and limitations for a limited partner in section 4.  If additional space is needed, attach a separate form. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 4”

List specific cases or times when a general partner can terminate a limited partnership.  Provide the conditions for the termination as well in section 5a.  State when a limited partner can terminate a membership in section 5b.  If a limited partner can receive distributions of real property or cash not specified in section 5b, provide these rights in section 6. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 5”

If the limited partner can receive any part or all of their initial contribution, provide these conditions in section 7 unless specified in section 5b. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 6”

Provide specific times or events when the limited partnership will dissolve or the goal of the partnership is fulfilled in section 8. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 7”

If the general partner has a right to carry on business after another general partner leaves, provide the conditions in section 9.  If any other matters need presented, include the terms in section 10. 

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 8”

Complete section 11 for each general or limited partner.  Follow the instructions below:

1.       Indicate type of partner

2.       Partner’s name

3.       Street address

4.       Amounts and types of contributions from limited partner

5.       Values of future contributions from limited partner

6.       Description of contributions

7.       Time and events that require contributions

8.       Partner’s signature

9.       Date of Signature

“Certificate of Limited Partnership MI 401 Step 9”

The filing fee is $10.00, but expedited service will cost more.  Pay by check, money order, or credit card and make payable to State of MichiganYou can file this form, electronically, by mail, or in person. 

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