Information Required for Filing Articles of Organization
Basic details such as the company’s name and address, the names and addresses of LLC members, managers, organizers, and directors, the name of the registered agent for the business, and a mission statement are typically required for all articles of organization filings. Examples of the information needed includes:
- Name and address of the LLC (primary place of business).
- The LLC’s business model, which may be more generally defined as “to engage in any lawful activity,” provides more flexibility.
- The registered agent of the LLC, whose name and address are provided, is the person who is permitted to accept legal document delivery on the LLC’s behalf.
- The names of LLC members, managers, and directors.
- Duration of LLC might be either permanent or indefinite. Perpetual LLCs remain without expiration unless they are dissolved. An indefinite limited liability company has a mandatory dissolution date, which must be specified in the articles of establishment.
The articles of incorporation are evaluated by the filing state’s company registrar or secretary of state. Once approved, the articles of organization establish the legal basis for creating an LLC as a recognized business entity, with the LLC being governed by the laws of the state where it was established. Essentially, the articles of organization act as a constitution for the LLC.