To find out who owns an LLC in Missouri, visit the Secretary of State’s website, Business Services Division, and enter the registered business name. For regulatory reasons, LLCs are required to reveal who owns them – whether they participate in day-to-day business administration or not.
"Members" refer to the many owners of the LLC. There is typically no limit to the number of members for LLCs. Some states demand that the members (owners) of a member-managed LLC list their name and address.
Utilizing Online Resources
You can find several companies by using ProspectNow’s LLC databases.
- BBB’s search tool is especially useful for finding the owners of large businesses.
- You can also call or email the business to find out who owns it.
Considerations and Additional Searches
While not required in Missouri, an Operating Agreement is a document worth considering, especially for multi-member LLCs.
In addition to the name being unique, the name of the LLC must include a special designator and not use restricted words such as "bank" or "insurance," unless the entity is licensed to operate as such.
State Secretary Websites and Expert Assistance
Here are links to the Secretary of State (SoS) websites for each state. You can make public records requests for access to the data on the state’s official website. Several online databases provide detailed information about a company’s profiles, including information on the company’s ownership structure, financial performance, and key executives. If all else fails, hiring an expert such as an attorney could assist you in your search.