INSTRUCTIONS: APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY FOR AN LLC GA 241

This form allows an out-of-state or foreign corporation currently in existence to establish an office in the state of Georgia.  The form is fairly straightforward, but a limited liability company is still encouraged to hire an attorney. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 1”

The filing party should provide their email address at the top of this form.  The Secretary of State will inform the party when the application has been received. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 2”

Provide the name of the limited liability company in part one.  If they’ve reserved their name in the state of Georgia, provide a name reservation number as well.  Also, state the date when business commenced or was proposed in the state of Georgia.  If the date is more than 30 days to the date the application reach the Secretary of State, the LLC will have to pay a $500 fine. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 3”

State the name of the filing person on the first line in part 2.  Additionally, list the filing person’s telephone number and address including city, state, and zip code. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 4”

List the jurisdiction of the corporation (state or country) in part 3.  Provide the original date of organization as well.  Indicate the address for the principal place of business in part 4 including city, state, and zip code. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 5”

List the name for the registered agent in Georgia in part 5.  Also, print registered office street address for the registered agent on the second line. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 6”

List the name and address of the person who has responsibility of the LLC’s records in part 6.  Provide the address where the records are physically stored in part 7. 

“Application for Certificate of Authority for an LLC GA 241 Step 7”

The form requires an authorized signature and date at the bottom.  This form also requires a $225.00 filing fee made payable to the Secretary of State.  Mail the form and filing fees to the following address:

Office of Secretary of State

Corporations Division

237 Coliseum Drive

Macon, Georgia 31217-3858

INSTRUCTIONS: NH CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Use this form to establish a limited partnership in the state of New Hampshire.  You’re strongly encouraged to consult with an attorney while compiling the Certificate and the SRA form. 

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 1”

State the name of the limited partnership on the first line of the Certificate.  Make sure the name contains the words “limited partnership.”  List the physical address of the office on the next set of lines. 

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 2”

List the name of the agent and the address on the next set of lines.  If there is an estimated dissolution date, list the full date on the next line.  If the applicant wants to address anymore matters, attach additional sheets. 

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 3”

All general partners need to sign this form and provide their address as well.  If additional space is needed, attach a separate sheet. 

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 4”

You now need to complete the Addendum to Business Organization and Registration Forms (Form SRA).  In Part I, make sure the business name matches the proposed name at the top of the Certificate.  Include the business address and contact information as well. 

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 5”

You need to mark ONE section in Part II.  Mark the first section if the limited partnership meets criteria under all of the subsections.  Mark the second section if the business qualifies for another exemption or will file for federal covered securities. 

Check the third section if the limited partnership has or needs to register the securities for sale in the state.  If you check section 3, make sure to provide the filing date with the Bureau of Securities Regulation.  Only check section 4 if the LP was formed in another state and no securities will be sold in New Hampshire.

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 6”

Check the appropriate box in Part III.  One or more authorized partners need to sign the bottom of this form. 

“NH Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 7”

The filing fee for this form is $100.00.  Send the original and exact copy of the Certificate along with SRA form and filing fee to the following address:

Corporate Division

Department of State

107 North Main Street

Concord, NH 03301-4989

INSTRUCTIONS: TEXAS CERTIFICATE OF FORMATION LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Form 207)

To form a limited partnership in the state of Texas, you will need to submit an application to the secretary of state. You can obtain the appropriate form 207 from the website of the Texas Secretary Of State.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 1: In response to article one, give the name of your limited partnership.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 2: In response to article two, give the name and address of your registered agent or office. Every limited partnership is required to have a registered agent who has an office registered in Texas at all times. If either the agent or their address changes at any time, a statement should be filed with the office of the Secretary of State in order to amend your certificate of formation. Businesses which do not maintain a registered agent with a Texas registered office may have their certificate terminated.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 3: In response to article three, give the names and addresses of all general partners. 

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 4: In response to article four, give the location of the principal office in Texas where records will be kept.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 5: Enter any supplemental provisions or information in the box where indicated.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 6: Under "Effectiveness Of Filing," you may request that this certificate take effect as soon as it is filed by the Secretary of State or specify the date on which you wish for it to take effect.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 7: All general partners should sign and date the form. 

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 8: A $750 filing fee must be paid in order for the certificate to be processed. Payment may be made by check, money order, debit card or credit card. Note that credit card payments will include a 2.7% additional charge.

Texas Certificate Of Formation Limited Partnership 207 Step 9: File the form in duplicate by mail or in person at the address given in instructions. You may also submit this application by fax. If so, you must include credit card information for payment.

INSTRUCTIONS: TEXAS APPLICATION FOR RESERVATION OR RENEWAL OF RESERVATION OF AN ENTITY NAME (Form 501)

Any business which wishes to reserve a name for its sole use in Texas must file the appropriate application with the office of the secretary of state. This article discusses form 501, which should be filed in such cases. The document is available on the website of the Texas Secretary of State. The instructions include a chart detailing the organizational designations which must be included for every type of business. Make sure to include the words which apply to your company to ensure approval of your application. Any abbreviations are not required to include punctuation.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 1: Indicate with a check mark whether you are filing a new application or a request for a renewal of a reservation. If the latter, give the date and file number of the reservation.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 2: Under "entity type," indicate the operating category your business falls into with a check mark.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 3: Under "applicant name," give either the name of the organized entity or of the individual filing.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 4: Give the address of the applicant where indicated.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 5: You, your attorney or your agent should sign date the last page.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 6: Mail or deliver the form in duplicate to the office indicated in the instructions. A $40 filing fee will be assessed. This may be paid with a personal check, bank draft, credit or debit card, or a money order. All checks and money orders should be made payable to the Secretary of State.

Texas Application For Reservation Or Renewal Of Reservation Of An Entity Name 501 Step 7: If you wish to withdraw your reservation before the expiration period, you may file a notice of cancellation. No fee will be assessed for the processing of this document.

INSTRUCTIONS: TENNESSEE ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION (LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY) (Form SS-4270)

In order to establish a limited liability company (LLC) in Tennessee, you must file several documents with the Department of State. This article discusses form SS-4270, which consists of the articles of organization for your business. This document must be submitted to the Department of State to operate your company legally.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 1: Question one asks for the name of your company. Note that it must include the words "Limited Liability Company" or the abbreviations "LLC" or "L.L.C."

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 2: Give the name, street address, city, state, zip code and county of your LLC's registered agent in response to question two. 

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 3: In response to question three, indicate with a check mark whether your company will be member managed, manager managed or director managed.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 4: Question four only need to be answered if there are more than six members of your LLC at the time of filing. If so, write how many members are involved in your LLC.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 5: You do not have to answer question five if you wish for this document to take effect as soon as it is filed by the Department of State. Otherwise, give the date on which you wish for it to take effect. This date must be no more than 90 days past this filing date.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 6: Give the complete address of your principal executive office in response to question six.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 7: Question seven only needs to be answered if you do not intend to operate the company on a perpetual basis. If so, write how long it will be in effect.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 8: Question eight is also optional. This space is reserved for you to note any other provisions.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 9: Check the box in response to question nine if your LLC is a nonprofit.

Tennessee Articles Of Organization (Limited Liability Company) SS-4270 Step 10: Sign and date the form.