Articles of Amendment — What Are They?

The Articles of Amendment must be filed with your state of incorporation or any other states where your company has obtained foreign business qualification to make a specific change to the information in your company's articles of incorporation or articles of organization. This document is sometimes called a "Certificate of Amendment.”

The Articles of Amendment Must Be Filed, But Why?

In order to keep your business in good standing with the Secretary of State, you must notify the state of relevant changes.

For operational reasons, the state needs to know to whom to send official correspondence and legal notices. Maintaining up-to-date information, including your Registered Agent, is essential for this reason.

Remember that failing to file the Articles of Amendment may result in fines and penalties for your company

When Should I File the Articles of Amendment?

When an LLC, C-Corp, S-Corp, or Nonprofit wishes to update or modify the following, it must submit Articles of Amendment with the Secretary of State.

  • • Company Name
  • • Company Address
  • • Member Information
  • • Authorized Shares
  • • Business Activity

We Take the Hassle Out of Filing!

Simply click on "File Articles of Amendment" button, enter your company details and the amendment you wish to make, and then click on "Place Order" to finalize the process. Then just relax and let us handle everything else.

Common Questions About Filing Articles of Amendment

Q) How Much Time Does It Take to Change a Company's Name?

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Filing Articles of Amendment with the appropriate state office can take anywhere from one to two months. For Delaware, for instance, it takes more than twelve weeks to complete the procedure. On the other hand, in Texas, it takes five business days. Quicker processing is typically available for an additional fee in most states.

Q) Should I Get an Attorney's Opinion Before I File?

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Consulting an attorney is optional to file an amendment. However, if you ever find yourself in a murky business situation, it's smart to get legal advice from a certified attorney to help you make the best possible call.

Q) After the Articles of Amendment are filed, what do I get?

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If your company's registered agent is affiliated with us, we'll send you a copy of the amended articles once they've been filed; otherwise, the Secretary of State (in whichever state your company is incorporated) will send a copy to the company's registered office.

Q) When amending a foreign company, where do I file the articles of amendment?

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Choose the foreign state your company is registered in from the "State of Service" drop-down list. In some cases, the state where your company is based may need more proof, like a Certificate of Good Standing, to process the amendment applications. Feel free to get in touch with our support team at any time if you need assistance.

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