Texas Assumed Name Certificate by Corporation
What is this form?
The Assumed Name Certificate by Corporation is a legal document allowing a Texas business corporation to register a name under which it will operate, which differs from its legal name. This form ensures compliance with Texas law, specifically under Chapter 36 of the Business and Commerce Code, by certifying the corporation's intent to use an assumed name for business activities in Texas. Using this form helps to protect the public by ensuring transparency about the true identity of the business entity behind a trade name.
Form components explained
- Name of the corporation registering the assumed name.
- Assumed name under which the corporation will conduct business.
- True and full name of the corporation.
- Duration of the use of the assumed name (up to ten years).
- Counties in Texas where business will be conducted using the assumed name.
- Signature of an authorized officer of the corporation.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when a corporation in Texas intends to operate under a name that is different from its official registered name. It is crucial for businesses planning to market themselves under a trade name, ensure legal compliance, and prevent potential legal disputes over name usage.
Who this form is for
- Corporations registered in Texas planning to conduct business under an assumed name.
- Business owners seeking to clarify and protect their brand identity.
- Corporations that wish to ensure compliance with Texas law regarding trade name registration.
Completing this form step by step
- Enter the name of the corporation and its principal office address.
- Specify the assumed name the corporation intends to use.
- Complete the duration for which the assumed name will be used.
- List the Texas counties where the business will operate under the assumed name.
- Have an authorized officer sign and date the certificate.
- Ensure the certificate is acknowledged by a notary public.
Notarization requirements for this form
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to specify the counties where the assumed name will be used.
- Incorrectly entering the duration for which the name will be used.
- Not obtaining the required signature from an authorized officer.
- Neglecting to have the document notarized if needed.
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FAQ
An assumed business name is any name your business uses to operate other than its legal name. In some states, you must file for an assumed name certificate if your company does business under anything other than its legal name (or owner's name(s) in the case of a sole proprietorship or partnership).
Other words for assumed name AKA. alias. allonym. ananym. nickname.
Doing business as (DBA) refers to businesses that operate under a fictitious name, while limited liability company (LLC) refers to legal entities that are entirely separate from business owners.
Step 1: Visit the Business Name Database. Go to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts website. Step 2: Search your Business Name. Enter the name you would like to use in the Entity Name field. Step 3: Review Results.
