The short answer is no, you do not. But you do need to use it in traditional places where a company name would be found in order to enjoy the limited liability.
Names must comply with Michigan's naming requirements, including: Your business name must include the words limited liability company, LLC, L.L.C., LC, or L.C. Your name must be different from an existing business in the state.
The following rules apply to most states: Must include one of these words – You need to use a designator such as Limited Liability Company, LLC, or LC (allowed designators vary by state) to indicate that your business legal entity is an LLC.
LLCs must list the name and address of a registered agent with a physical address (no post office boxes) in Michigan. The registered agent available during normal business hours to accept important legal and tax documents for the business.
Names must comply with Michigan's naming requirements, including: Your business name must include the words limited liability company, LLC, L.L.C., LC, or L.C. Your name must be different from an existing business in the state.
However, forming an LLC isn't a requirement if you want to run a business. You can start a business simply by beginning to sell products or services to others, and you'll have what's known as a sole proprietorship.
An “all purpose clause” is a statement that the purpose is to engage in any lawful activity within the purposes for which corporations may be organized.
To start a corporation in Michigan, you'll need to do three things: appoint a registered agent, choose a name for your business, and file Articles of Incorporation with the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). You can file this document online, by mail or in person.