Statement of Information (Form SI-550) For faster processing, the required statement for most corporations can be filed online at .
Depending on the entity type you choose, it may be necessary to register the entity with the California Secretary of State. Corporations, LLCs, LPs and LLPs must comply with statutory name requirements. Businesses that involve activities that require professional or vocational licenses may have additional requirements.
Essentially, the Department of State (of which the Secretary is the head/) will register and authenticate your business entity. Meaning for example, if you decide to incorporate, this office will be responsible for processing and filing any and all paperwork related to your specific business entity.
The process through which a company files information and documents to register as a business in that state is known as a Secretary of State (SOS) filing. Importantly, a company may be required to register in a state even if it's headquartered in a different jurisdiction.
Business name and registration If you are a corporation, you will also need to register with the Secretary of State.
Yes, you can serve as your own registered agent (known as an agent for service of process in California) if you're a state resident with a physical street address. However, you must be available during regular business hours to accept legal documents, and your address will become public record.
Although organizations don't need to file these bylaws with the state, California law requires that the treasurer or other designated member of the organization maintains a copy on file.
LLCs are not required to have bylaws. However, they are governed by an operating agreement which is like a corporation's bylaws.
LLCs are not required to have bylaws. However, they are governed by an operating agreement which is like a corporation's bylaws.
No, bylaws and operating agreements (and any amendments thereto) are maintained by the business entity and are not filed with the Secretary of State. Requests for copies or information about these documents should be directed to the business entity itself.