A Maine Certificate of Organization is a legal document that is filed with the Maine Secretary of State to form a business entity such as a corporation, limited liability company (LLC), or other business structure. This document is used to officially create a business entity and provide the legal paperwork necessary to protect the owners of the business. It includes information such as the name and address of the business, the purpose of the business, the names and addresses of the incorporates, the registered agent, and the number of authorized shares. There are three types of Maine Certificates of Organization: Certificate of Incorporation, Articles of Organization for LCS, and Certificate of Limited Partnership. Each document must be signed by the incorporates and filed with the appropriate state agency.