• Organizers file the articles of organization, along with the required processing fees, with the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth. A delayed effective date, not more than ninety days from the filing date, may be specified in the Articles. Once the filing is officially approved, the business begins its existence as a separate legal entity.
• First, choose the name of your LLC. The name must be clearly different from the name of another business. So, at no extra charge, Proactive Management will perform three name searches to determine if your desired name(s) are available.
• This name must also include "limited liability company" or any abbreviation thereof such as "LC," "LLC, " "L.C.," or "L.L.C." The name shall not include the word "corporation" or "incorporation" or the abbreviation "corp.," or "inc."
• The Articles of Organization will address
  • The name and place of residence of each organizer, along with the signature of at least one organizer
  • The purpose of the organization may be stated to be, or to include, the transaction of any or all lawful business.  If the business is formed to provide services in a learned profession, additional restrictions apply.
  • The street address of the firm's registered office and the name of the registered agent at that location
  • The maximum duration of the LLC's existence will be perpetual unless otherwise provided in the Articles

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