Requirements for Statutory Agent in Arizona
- Every Arizona entity must have and maintain a statutory agent located in Arizona to receive official state papers and lawsuits.
- The agent must have an Arizona address.
- The agent can be a person or company authorized to do business in Arizona.
- An individual must be over 18 and live in Arizona.
- Statutory agents accept their appointment by signing a form from the Arizona Corporation Commission.
Can I be a Statutory Agent in Arizona?
- LLC members can serve as statutory agents if eligible.
- Otherwise, hire an authorized individual or company.
- Sole proprietors don’t need an agent.
Changing Statutory Agents in Arizona
- Filing an update with the state
- Getting written acceptance from the new agent
As an LLC owner in Arizona, you can be the statutory agent if you meet the requirements. Any member can serve if eligible. If not, hire an authorized person or company. Agents show acceptance by signing a form.
The main job of statutory agents is getting legal, tax, and financial documents. Most importantly, they are told about lawsuits. Appointing an agent is required when starting an LLC or corporation.
Registered agent services receive papers and notify people. Using one protects privacy and complies with regulations. Costs differ but are usually affordable.
In Arizona, changing agents means filing an update with acceptance from the new agent. Sole proprietors don’t require an agent.