Registered agent

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-004186",
  "term": "Registered agent",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "An individual or entity designated by a business to receive service of process, legal documents, and official government correspondence on its behalf. This agent must have a physical street address in the state where the business is registered and be available during normal business hours. State laws, such as those governing corporations and limited liability companies, mandate the appointment of a registered agent.",
  "see_also": [
    "agent for service of process"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/registered-agent/"
}