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. 

INSTRUCTIONS: NAME RESERVATION REQUEST FORM

This form is used to reserve the intended name for a corporation, limited liability company, or a limited partnership that is not yet established in the state of California.  You should consider the assistance of an attorney while completing this form. 

“Name Reservation Request Form Step 1”

Provide the name, firm name (if applicable), and address for the person using the proposed name at the top of this form.  Provide a telephone number a fax number as well. 

“Name Reservation Request Form Step 2”

Check the appropriate box in the second section.  If you select “Limited Partnership,” make sure you regard the detailed instructions on page 2 for limited partnerships. 

“Name Reservation Request Form Step 3”

Enter the intended name for reservation in the third section of this document.  Provide a first, second, and third choice.  The names cannot reflect a type of business in which the business does not engage.  Following these rules while choosing a name:

1.       A name for a corporation is considered deceptive if the only difference in the name from an existing name if the corporate ending.  The ending of the name must state that the business is a corporation using an appropriate term or abbreviation.

2.       An LLC must end with the words “limited liability company” or the abbreviations “LLC” or “L.L.C.”  The word “Limited” may be abbreviated “Ltd.,” and the words “Company” may be abbreviated “Co.” 

3.       A limited partnership must end with the words “Limited Partnership” or the abbreviation “LP” or “L.P.”  If the business is a foreign LP, the name must contain the phrase “limited liability limited partnership” or the abbreviation “LLLP” or “L.L.L.P.”

“Name Reservation Request Form Step 4”

The box in the fourth section needs marked if the proposed name is for a suspended or forfeited entity.  If so, provide the entity number as well. 

“Name Reservation Request Form Step 5”

If this form is submitted in person but you want the response delivered by mail, check the box in section 5. 

“Name Reservation Request Form Step 6”

The reserving fee is $10.00 for each name.  If the forms are submitted in person, a special handling fee of $10.00 is also required.  Make the check payable to the Secretary of State.  Send the form to the following address by mail:

Secretary of State

Name Availability Unit

1500 11^th Street, 3^rd Floor

Sacramento, CA 95814