Assignment of Interest in Limited Liability Company
About this form
The Assignment of Interest in Limited Liability Company is a legal document used to transfer ownership of a membership interest in an LLC from one member (the Assignor) to another (the Assignee). This form is essential for clearly outlining the terms of the transfer, including rights, responsibilities, and any mutual agreements between the parties. Unlike similar forms, this assignment specifically details the interest being transferred and requires approval from the LLC to ensure the legitimacy of the transfer.
Key parts of this document
- Name and address of the Assignor and Assignee.
- Description of the LLC and the specific membership interest being transferred.
- Statement of consideration (payment or value exchanged for the interest).
- Representations and warranties by the Assignor regarding ownership and title.
- Approval and release clause from the LLC, releasing claims between the parties.
- Signatures of all parties involved, including managing members if necessary.
State-specific requirements
This is a general form suitable for multiple states. Review and modify it as needed to reflect your jurisdiction’s rules.
Common use cases
This form should be used when an owner of a membership interest in a limited liability company wishes to transfer their ownership to another individual or entity. Situations may include selling the interest to a new partner, allowing a family member to inherit ownership, or restructuring ownership within the company. It ensures that all parties are clear on the terms of the transfer and provides legal protection against future claims.
Who this form is for
- Current members of an LLC looking to transfer their ownership interest.
- Individuals or entities wishing to acquire membership interests in an LLC.
- Managing members of an LLC who need to document internal ownership changes.
- Legal representatives handling the affairs of the LLC or its members.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the Assignor and Assignee by entering their full legal names and addresses.
- Specify the name of the LLC and the membership interest being assigned.
- State the consideration, meaning the amount paid or exchanged for the interest.
- Include the date of the agreement and signatures of the Assignor and Assignee.
- If required, ensure the LLC approves the transfer and signs the document.
Does this document require notarization?
In most cases, this form does not require notarization. However, some jurisdictions or signing circumstances might. US Legal Forms offers online notarization powered by Notarize, accessible 24/7 for a quick, remote process.
Common mistakes
- Failing to get the necessary approval from the LLC, leading to invalid transfers.
- Not providing full names and addresses, which can lead to disputes.
- Leaving out important details about the interest, such as specific rights or obligations.
- Omitting signatures, making the agreement unenforceable.
Benefits of using this form online
- Convenience of downloading and completing the form at your own pace.
- Editability allows you to customize the document to fit your specific needs.
- Reliability, with forms drafted by licensed attorneys ensuring legal compliance.
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FAQ
A membership interest represents an investor's ownership stake in an LLC. Each investor in an LLC is called a ?member.? A person who holds a membership interest has a profit and voting interest in the LLC (although these may be amended by contract).
While ?President? is the most popular title for an LLC's top manager, ?CEO? is another option that can be held by an LLC Member if they wish.
By default, LLC profits are split ing to ownership percentage?if you own 50% of the LLC, you get 50% of the profits. However, you can override your state's default requirements for splitting LLC profits by making another arrangement in your operating agreement.
Unlike a corporation in which the directors are tasked with making the decisions, in an LLC, the members (or managers) are the decision-makers. There are two common management structures for LLCs: (1) manager-managed and (2) member-managed.
A limited liability company (LLC) managing member is both an LLC owner and someone who keeps the business running on a day-to-day basis. The managerial aspect generally includes having the authority to make decisions and enter into contracts on behalf of the business.
Assignment of Partnership Interest Signing Requirements The signatures do not need to be notarized to be valid. However, you may choose to notarize the signatures to prevent any challenge arising at a later time.
An assignment of membership interest is a legal document that allows members of a Limited Liability Company (or LLC) to reassign their interest in the company to a different party. LLC laws are different from state to state, so what's required in an assignment of membership agreement changes.
The members are the owners of an LLC, like shareholders are the owners of a corporation. Members do not own the LLC's property. They may or may not manage the business and its affairs.
