Certificate of formation
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-000906
A legal document filed with a state's Secretary of State or similar agency to officially create certain types of business entities, such as limited liability companies (LLCs) or limited partnerships. This document establishes the legal existence of the entity and typically includes its name, registered agent, and principal office address. It is analogous to articles of incorporation for a corporation.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-000906 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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