INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION (WASHINGTON PROFIT CORPORATION) (Form WA)

In order to incorporate a business in Washington state, you must complete a brief articles of incorporation form. This article discusses the form WA to be completed by a for-profit corporation. This form is available on the website of the Washington Secretary of State.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 1: Enter your company's UBI number where indicated. Indicate with a checkmark whether you have paid $180 to file your document or $230 for expedited service.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 2: In Article 1, give the name of the corporation.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 3: In Article 2, note how many authorized shares there are in the business.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 4: In Article 3, indicate whether your corporation is offering common or preferred stock. If the latter, you must attach a description.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 5: In Article 4, state whether you wish for the incorporation to take effect when this form is filed by the Secretary of State or on a specific date within 90 days after this has taken place.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 6: In Article 5, specify whether this status is to be perpetual or give the end date.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 7: In Article 6, give the name and physical address of your company's registered agent. You may also include a separate mailing address, but this is optional. The registered agent should sign and date the form where indicated.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 8: Give the name and street address of every incorporator, including the city, state and zip code.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 9: Only one incorporator is required to sign the last page. Include printed name, job title and phone number.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 10: Attach any additional provisions if you feel they are necessary.

Articles Of Incorporation (Washington Profit Corporation) WA Step 11: Submit the completed form along with a check or money order payable to "Secretary of State." If you are paying the extra fee to have processing expedited, write "EXPEDITE" on the outside of the envelope.

INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION MI 700

Draft the Articles of Organization individually or with the help of an attorney.  Make sure to use dark black ink because the documents are stored electronically. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 1”

State the name of the limited liability company in Article I.  The name needs to include “Limited Liability Company” or one of the following abbreviations: L.L.C., L.C., LLC, or LC. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 2”

Do not alter Article II.  This Article states the company will work within conditions under the Limited Liability Company Act of Michigan. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 3”

Unless the duration of the limited liability company is perpetual, provide an estimated date of dissolution in Article III. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 4”

State the name of the registered agent in Article V.  Provide the street address for the registered office in section 2.  If the mailing address is different, provide the mailing address in section 3. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 5”

If additional Articles a needed, list provisions in Article V.  If members are not managing the company, provide information about the managers in Article V.

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 6”

An authorized organizer needs to sign the bottom of this form.  Make sure the organizer provides a date of signature and printed name below the signature as well. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 7”

Unless an effective date is provided at the top of the form, the document will become effective upon approval from the Bureau. 

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 8”

The minimum filing fee for this form is $50.00.  If you want expedited service, complete form BCS/CD-272 and submit the Articles and the additional form in person, by mail, or electronically.  Expedited service is an additional $50 for formation documents and certificates of authority, and an additional $100 for an existing entity.  Same day service is $100 or $200.  Two hour service is an additional $500, and one hour service is an additional $1000.  By check, money order, or credit card.

“Articles of Organization MI 700 Step 9”

If you’re mailing the form, use the following address:

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs

Bureau of Commercial Services

Corporation Division

P.O. Box 30054

Lansing, MI 48909

If you’re delivering the form in person, use this address:

2501 Woodlake Circle

Okemos, MI

INSTRUCTIONS: AZ CERTIFICATE OF LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

This form is required in forming a limited partnership in the state of Arizona.  The form needs filed with the Office of the Secretary of State. 

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 1”

Provide the name of the limited partnership in the first box in the certificate.  The name of the limited partnership must end with “Limited Partnership” or “L.P.”  If the name of the business was already reserved, provide the appropriate form. 

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 2”

Provide the physical address of the principal office for the limited partnership.  Provide a street address, city and zip code.  Do not include an address for a PO Box or a C/O. 

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 3”

Provide the name of the agent for the service of process in the third box.  Provide the address for their principal office in the box below including city and zip code.  Do not include a PO Box or C/O.  It’s a good idea to provide their phone number if any issues with the certificate need discussed. 

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 4”

The second section of this form requires information about teach general partner in the limited partnership.  Provide their printed name, signature, and address including city, state, and zip code.  If more room is needed, attach additional sheets providing the same information. 

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 5”

If the limited partnership is expected to dissolve, write the month, day and year of the expected dissolution.  If there is no intended dissolution, leave the last box in this form blank. 

“AZ Certificate of Limited Partnership Step 6”

Attach a Cover Sheet to this form and include a base filing fee of $10.00 with an additional $3.00 for every other page.  Make the check payable to the Secretary of State and provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope.  Send or deliver the forms by hand to the form to the following address:

Secretary of State

Limited Partnerships

1700 W. Washington Street, 7^th Floor

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

INSTRUCTIONS: MS STATEMENT OF PARTNERSHIP AUTHORITY FS 0700

A partnership can develop clear levels of authority and limitations for members of the partnership by using this form.  If you have questions about this form, you should speak with an attorney. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 1”

State the name of the partnership as it appears under the Secretary of State in section 1.  Do not alter the name in any way. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 2”

List the address for the chief executive office in section 2.  Do not provide a P.O. Box.  If the chief executive office is in another state, provide an address (if applicable) for the Mississippi office in section 3. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 3”

Provide a name and mailing address for an appointed agent or the names and addresses for all partners in section 4.  Do not provide both sets of addresses.  If you need more room for the names and address of partners in section 4b, mark the box in section 7 and attach a separate sheet on 8 ½ by 11 paper. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 4”

List the names of partners authorized to transfer real property in the name of the partnership within section 5.  Attach a separate form is more space is needed. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 5”

If other transactions apply, list limitations and authority rights for selected partners in section 6.  If additional space is needed, attach a separate form. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 6”

At least two partners need to sign and date the bottom of this form.  If you need to provide other signatures, attach a separate sheet. 

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 7”

Make sure this form is printed legibly in blue or black ink.  The filing fee is only $25.00, and make sure you make the check or money order payable to Secretary of State.  Use the following address when mailing this form, any attachments, and the filing fee:

Mississippi Secretary of State

Post Office Box 136

Jackson, Mississippi 39205-0136

INSTRUCTIONS: RI ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION (LLC)

Use this form to register a limited liability company in the state of Rhode Island.  You should consult with an attorney before completing this form.

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 1”

Enter the name of the limited liability company in Article 1.  Make sure the name is distinguishable from other businesses in the state.  Also, make sure the name contain one of the following designations: limited liability company or l.l.c. (with or without the periods). 

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 2”

List the name and street address of the limited liability company’s resident agent in Article 2.  The limited liability must continuously update the Secretary of State on the address and name of the registered agent.

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 3”

Check the appropriate box in Article 3 regard federal income taxation.  Check the third box if the LLC is separate from partnership or corporation taxation. 

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 4”

List the address of the principal office location for the limited liability company at the time of filing.  Indicate if there is no current location determined thus far.

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 5”

If additional provisions are required, state the terms in Article 6.  Attach a separate sheet if necessary for more space. 

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 6”

If the limited liability company is managed by the members, check the box in Article 7 and move on to Article 8.  If the limited liability company is managed by one or more managers, check the box in Article 7b instead and provide the names of the managers and their addresses on the lines provided. 

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 7”

If you want to delay the effective date, provide a date in Article 8 not later than 30 days after the filing date.  An authorized person then needs to provide the name and address and sign the bottom of this form.

“RI Articles of Organization (LLC) Step 8”

The filing fee for this form is $150.00 made payable to Rhode Island Secretary of State.  Send the completed form and filing fee to the following address:

State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations

Office of the Secretary of State

Corporations Division

148 W. River Street

Providence, Rhode Island 02904-2615