Articles of Organization are used for LLC formation while Articles of Incorporation are for C Corporations or S Corporations. Both documents are essential for legally establishing a business entity.
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Articles of Organization for LLCs
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The Articles of Organization document typically includes the LLC’s name, type of legal structure, registered agent, management structure, effective date, and duration.
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The organizer files the formation paperwork with the state.
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Articles of Incorporation for Corporations
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Information includes incorporators, business contacts, the business purpose, and signatures.
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These documents establish the existence of the corporation.
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Filing and Requirements
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To form an LLC or Corporation, file the respective articles with the state and pay the necessary fees.
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The articles must contain specific details based on the entity type.
Get the form from the Secretary of State’s website to ensure compliance with all requirements.
Once you receive the approved Articles of Organization or Incorporation, your business entity officially exists and can operate in that state.