Michigan Name Reservation is a service provided by the Michigan Department of State allowing individuals to reserve a specific name for their business, organization, or corporation with the state. This service ensures that the name of the business, organization, or corporation will not be taken by another entity, and allows the individual to reserve the name for a period of up to six months. There are three types of Michigan Name Reservations: Standard, Limited Liability Company (LLC), and Corporation. Standard Name Reservations allow individuals to reserve a name for their business, organization, or corporation with the state. Limited Liability Company Name Reservations allow individuals to reserve a name for their LLC with the state. Corporation Name Reservations allow individuals to reserve a name for their corporation with the state. All types of Michigan Name Reservations provide the individual with exclusive rights to the name for a period of up to six months.