New York Organizational Minutes for a Professional Service Corporation
Overview of this form
The Organizational Minutes for a Professional Service Corporation is a legal document that captures the actions and decisions made during the initial organization of a professional service corporation. This form is essential for establishing corporate legitimacy and ensuring compliance with state regulations, as it records crucial activities such as the appointment of directors and officers, approval of by-laws, and acceptance of incorporation documents. Unlike routine meeting minutes, this form specifically covers the foundational actions taken at the corporation's inception, making it unique to new entities.
What’s included in this form
- Name of the corporation and its registered address
- Details of directors, including names and qualifications
- Election of officers (President and Secretary)
- Approval and adoption of by-laws and certificate of incorporation
- Issuance and par value of shares
- Authorization for opening a corporate bank account
When to use this form
This form is needed when you are forming a new professional service corporation in New York. It is used during the organizational meeting or in lieu of a meeting to document key decisions made by the incorporators, shareholders, and directors. If you plan to structure your business as a professional service corporation and need to officially establish the corporate framework, this is the appropriate form to complete.
Who can use this document
- Professional service providers looking to incorporate in New York (e.g., lawyers, accountants, medical practitioners)
- Incorporators who are responsible for establishing the corporation
- Directors and officers of the new professional service corporation
- Shareholders who will hold stock in the corporation
How to prepare this document
- Provide the full name and address of the corporation.
- List the names and qualifications of the directors and ensure they are authorized professionals.
- Elect the officers, including at least a President and a Secretary, and ensure their qualifications are documented.
- Approve and adopt the corporate by-laws and certificate of incorporation.
- Specify the par value of shares to be issued and the names of shareholders along with the number of shares they own.
- Authorize the opening of a corporate bank account and designate signatories for transactions.
Is notarization required?
This form does not typically require notarization unless specified by local law. However, having it notarized can provide an additional layer of legitimacy and may be advisable in certain situations.
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If this form requires notarization, complete it online through a secure video call—no need to meet a notary in person or wait for an appointment.
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Avoid these common issues
- Failing to ensure that all directors and officers are authorized to practice the profession.
- Not recording the adoption of by-laws or the certificate of incorporation properly.
- Inaccurately detailing the shareholders and their share ownership.
- Omitting necessary signatures from incorporators, directors, and shareholders.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenience of completing the form from anywhere at any time.
- Editability allows you to customize the form to fit your specific needs easily.
- Reliability ensured by using templates drafted by licensed attorneys.
Legal use & context
- This form provides a formal record of initial actions taken by the directors and shareholders, which is critical for legal compliance.
- It establishes a legal basis for the operation and governance of the corporation, supporting future legal and financial activities.
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Enter the Corporation or Business Entity Name being searched for. Select a Name Type. Select a Search Type. Enter the numbers from the image into the CAPTCHA field. Tab to Search the Database and press the enter key or click Search the Database.
Search for a business entity (Corporation, LLC, Limited Partnership) in New York by using the Secretary of State's Website. The only way to preform a lookup is by Name, when doing so, you will want to use as many matching keywords as you can as the database will pull all matching records.
Navigate to the Secretary of State website for the state in which the corporation is registered. Start your search. Look for a Businesses or Corporations tab. Each state website is constructed differently, and the specific tab name may vary, but should always be business or corporation related.
The fee for filing the Certificate of Incorporation is $125. The fee may be paid by cash, check, money order, MasterCard, Visa or American Express.
