A Statutory Agent in Arizona is responsible for receiving legal notices for your LLC. Registered Agents must be available at an Arizona address during business hours. Any owner or employee of a business can serve as a statutory agent in Arizona if they are over 18 and have an Arizona address.
Key Responsibilities
A statutory agent:
- Accepts legal, tax, and financial documents for your business.
- Agrees to receive Service of Process, such as a lawsuit summons.
- Must inform the LLC about documents received.
Requirements for a statutory agent are:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must be an Arizona resident if an individual.
- Must provide an Arizona address.
Arizona LLCs are required to have a statutory agent, whereas some other states do not have this requirement.
Fees and Legalities
- Fees vary for statutory agent services.
- Arizona Legal Document Services charges a one-time $125 fee to serve as a statutory agent and allows you to use their Mesa office address in your articles.
It is essential for both corporations and LLCs to have a statutory agent in Arizona to comply with the Arizona Corporation Commission’s requirements. This agent is required to receive and notify the business promptly of important documents.
Service of Process
An official contact person, such as an individual, LLC member, outside person, or business service, is necessary to accept and forward the Service of Process and other important documents to the business. This role is vital for ensuring that the company stays informed about legal actions and remains compliant with state regulations.