INSTRUCTIONS: KANSAS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION DL 51-09
Use this form if you’re trying to form a non-professional limited liability company in the state of Kansas. An LLC holds many advantages to alternative business structures, but there are disadvantages as well. Talk with an attorney to find out what business structure is best for your circumstances.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 1”
Enter the name of the limited liability company in section 1 of this form. One of the following terms needs to be included in the LLC’s name according to state law: Limited Company, Limited Liability Company, L.C., L.L.C., LC, or LLC.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 2”
Provide the name and street address for the individual or business entity acting as the resident agent for the limited liability company in section 2. Do not provide a P.O. Box for the address.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 3”
Include a mailing address in section 3 for the limited liability company where the Secretary of State can send all paperwork.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 4”
Provide the tax closing month for the limited liability company in section 4 of this form.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 5”
Enter the effective date for these Articles in section 5. Check the first box if you want the Articles to become effective immediately. A requested date cannot extend past 90 days after the forms are filed.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 6”
An authorized person within the limited liability company needs to sign and date the bottom of this form.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 7”
This form requires a filing fee of $165. Pay for the fee by check or money order made payable to Secretary of State. Expedited service will cost more.
“Kansas Limited Liability Company Articles of Organization DL 51-09 Step 8”
Make a copy of this form, include the filing check or money, and send all the documents to the following address:
Kansas Office of the Secretary of State
Memorial Hall, 1st Floor
120 S.W. 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66612-1594
