A single change isn't so simple
When you make a change to your business, you must file Articles of Amendment in every state where you're registered. These records show consent from stakeholders and are necessary for your alterations to be official. CT Corporation will ensure that you file properly in every place you need to.
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CT Corporation’s tenured professionals cultivate an intimate understanding of compliance requirements across jurisdictions.
Thorough planning and processes
Our teams review our client’s requirements to ensure the conversion is conducted with full regulatory compliance.
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By working with CT Corporation, you’ll have access to some our most impactful technology solutions to help manage your compliance needs.
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Rely on the experts at CT Corporation
We support your amendment process:
- Provide consultation and advise on the requisite documents and language for each state
- Carefully prepare the Articles of Amendment to your exact specifications
- File the completed documents with the state and track them thereafter
- Promptly deliver your documents upon approval
Amendment - $352
Supporting documents may be required. Additional state charges may apply.
Frequently asked questions
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Why are Articles of Amendment important?They’re the only way to notify the state of your desire for a new legal name. They also demonstrate consent from essential members of your company in the event that director, shareholder, or officer ratification is required. The name change is only official once the Articles of Amendment are approved.
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What are the naming requirements?Your new name must meet the same state requirements as your original one: It can’t be substantially similar to a name that’s already in use, nor can it contain prohibited words. It must also properly identify the entity type. If your name doesn't measure up, your application may be rejected.
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What documents are required to amend my business name?To change the legal name of your corporation, LLC, or nonprofit as specified in your original formation documents, you must file Articles of Amendment with your home state along with every state where you’re registered to do business.
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When would I want to change my company's name?You may wish to change your name to reflect an expansion of your offerings or location, to appeal to a broader audience, or to be more contemporary. Or, you may change it to coincide with a business acquisition.
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Can you help me file an amendment even if I didn’t incorporate with CT Corporation?Absolutely. We will gladly prepare and file the necessary amendment documents for your business in any state.
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Is an amendment different from a conversion?Yes, filing to convert your corporation or LLC to another business type (conversion) is a different process from changing the number, par value, or type of authorized shares, or the number of directors (amendment).
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What changes require filing Articles of Amendment?The types of changes that require amendment vary state to state. Generally, they include changes to the number, par value, or type of authorized shares, or to the number of directors. Many states also require LLCs to file if they change to or from a member- managed LLC.
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