[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"page-\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-services\u002Fcertificate-of-incorporation":3},{"type":4,"data":5},"product",{"product_name":6,"slug":7,"category_slug":8,"order_type":9,"product_version_slug":10,"preview":11,"is_previewable":12,"related_products":13,"related_articles":39,"breadcrumbs":71,"productName":6,"productDescription":-1,"productVersionSlug":10,"localeId":-1,"landerSlug":7,"categorySlug":8,"_cmsSource":77,"hero":78,"quickLinks":103,"page_body":104,"meta_information":242,"sidebar_ad":247,"disclaimer":80,"stateSlug":49},"Certificate of Incorporation","certificate-of-incorporation","business-formation","Document","cinc-8075","&lt;lndoc id=&quot;Certificate&quot;&gt;        &lt;center&gt;&lt;p class=&#39;title center&#39;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION&lt;br&gt;OF&lt;br&gt;_____________________&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;A _____________________ CORPORATION&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fcenter&gt;&lt;br \u002F&gt;&lt;br \u002F&gt;                        &lt;br&gt;    &lt;p class=&quot;align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;ARTICLE 1&lt;br&gt;        Name&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;The exact name of the corporation is &lt;b&gt;&lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fb&gt;.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;br&gt;    &lt;p class=&quot;align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;ARTICLE 2&lt;br&gt;        Corporate Address&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;          &lt;br&gt;  &lt;p class=&quot;align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;ARTICLE 3&lt;br&gt;      Purpose&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;This corporation is organized for the purposes of transacting any and all lawful business for which corporations may be incorporated under state law&lt;br&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;ARTICLE 4&lt;br&gt;    Registered Agent&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fol&gt;  &lt;p&gt; &lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;align-center&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;ARTICLE 5&lt;br&gt;    Duration&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;br&gt;                &lt;\u002Flndoc&gt;&lt;lndoc id=&quot;Instructions&quot;&gt;  &lt;div class=&#39;-page-break&#39;&gt;&lt;\u002Fdiv&gt;      &lt;center&gt;&lt;p class=&#39;title center&#39;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Instructions for Your Articles of Incorporation&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fcenter&gt;&lt;br \u002F&gt;&lt;br \u002F&gt;    &lt;p class=&#39;top-spacing-1&#39;&gt;The articles of incorporation sets forth certain basic information about your new business as required by your state. The following are some helpful guidelines as you complete this important document bringing your business into existence.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Corporation Name&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Enter the exact proposed corporate name. Include exact spelling, punctuation, and an appropriate entity identifier such as &quot;corporation&quot; or &quot;incorporated.&quot; The corporation name generally must contain the word &quot;corporation&quot; or &quot;incorporated,&quot; or the abbreviation of one of those words.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;In most states, you may search online to determine if your desired corporation name is available. It is helpful to conduct a search for your new for-profit corporation&#39;s proposed business name. This ensures that your corporation name is unique and will not be confused with other similarly named businesses.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Corporate Address&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;For the corporate address, enter the address of the corporation&#39;s office. This is generally within the state of incorporation. Do not use a post-office box (P.O. Box) address. &lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Corporation&#39;s Mailing Address&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;If the corporation&#39;s initial and physical address is not where the corporation wants to receive mail, select &lt;b&gt;&quot;Yes&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; to add a different mailing address. Enter the desired mailing address for the corporation where prompted. This may be a P.O. Box address.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Purpose&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;The purpose describes the activities that the corporation will conduct at the time of the initial filing. The corporation&#39;s purpose and activities may change at a later date. However, an initial description must be provided.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;The purpose description may be extremely broad and general. The default general purpose description is that a corporation may conduct any lawful activities. Select &lt;b&gt;&quot;No&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; when prompted to indicate a specific purpose to establish the corporate purpose as any lawful activities.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;If the corporation wants to specify the corporation&#39;s purpose, select &lt;b&gt;&quot;Yes&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; when prompted to indicate a specific purpose. For example, a corporation that creates and hosts websites may have a specific purpose such as &quot;To register domains and create, design, host, and maintain commercial websites for customers.&quot; The document will still retain the general language that the corporation may engage in any lawful activities. This ensures that the company does not unnecessarily limit its activities and options in the future.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Duration&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;One of the best features of a corporation is its ability to exist in perpetuity. Theoretically, a corporation may remain in existence forever. Since most corporations do not have an end date in mind when the corporation is established, most corporations select its duration to be &lt;b&gt;&quot;Perpetual.&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;If for any reason your corporation is established for a fixed duration, select the &lt;b&gt;&quot;Limited, ending on a fixed date&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; or &lt;b&gt;&quot;Limited, ending in a number of years&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; option to specify when the corporation will cease to exist.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Registered Agent: Name, Address, and Consent&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;A registered agent is also known as a &quot;statutory agent.&quot; This may be an individual or a business entity residing within the corporation&#39;s registered state. The registered agent is statutorily responsible for ensuring reliable communication between the state and the corporation by receiving and forwarding service of process such as lawsuits, legal documents, notices, or demands on to the corporation. It is important to note that a corporation may appoint a director or officer of the corporation as its registered agent, but the corporation itself may not act as its own registered agent.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;It is mandatory that every corporation provide the registered agent&#39;s full name. If the registered agent is a business entity, you should include the entity designation of the business such as &quot;Inc.&quot; or &quot;Co.&quot;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;It is also mandatory that every corporation provide the address where the registered agent is required to receive the corporation&#39;s legal correspondence. As this address is generally public information maintained by the state and available to the public, for confidentiality purposes, the corporation and registered agent may consider using a business entity&#39;s physical address rather than a residential or private address of an individual affiliated with the corporation. LegalNature provides the registered agent with the option to use the corporation&#39;s physical address, the corporation&#39;s mailing address, or any other address where the registered agent is willing and able to receive mail for the corporation.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;To ensure that the registered agent understands his or her responsibilities and to confirm this understanding to the state, the corporation may include a Consent of Registered Agent form for the registered agent to execute. The form states that the registered agent agrees to become a registered agent for the corporation, to receive service of process and forward such correspondence to the corporation, and to update the state should the registered agent resign or be replaced. Select &lt;b&gt;&quot;Yes&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; to the question &quot;Include Statement of Registered Agent&#39;s Consent&quot; to include this form for your registered agent to sign.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;        &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Email Address (Optional)&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;As states move forward to update their procedures and systems to accommodate new forms of communication such as electronic mail, it may be useful to include your corporation&#39;s email address as an optional communication channel. As states maintain their documents and contact addresses differently, some of which may be or become public information, the corporation may consider using a business email address instead of the personal email address of an individual affiliated with the corporation for privacy purposes.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Authorized Capital&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Corporations are owned by their shareholders and each share is a unit of ownership in the corporation. Shares with the same rights, privileges, limitations, and restrictions are in the same class of shares.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;Shares may be assigned a par value or have no par value. Par value is a nominal value of the original cost of a share. For example, corporations commonly assign &quot;$0.01&quot; or &quot;$0.001&quot; as par value for their shares.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;For the purposes of satisfying state law, every for-profit corporation must decide the number of share classes, the shares within each class, and the par value, if any, of each share per share class that the corporation will be authorized to issue. The authorized share number is the maximum number of shares that a corporation is legally permitted to issue, although the corporation does not have to actually issue any of the shares it is authorized to issue. The authorized share number cannot be zero and may be increased at a later date by amending the articles of incorporation.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Most for-profit corporations initially establish only one class of shares. This basic one-share class structure is easy to establish and meets most corporations&#39; initial demands. States only require information on the number and par value, if any, of the shares authorized.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;If your corporation has more than one share class, then for each share class enter the share class name; the number of shares authorized for issuance within the share class; the par value for a share within the share class; and the rights, preferences, privileges, and restrictions to the share class. A popular multi-share class structure is to establish two classes: a common stock class and a preferred stock class. In addition to the different class names, the preferred stock class may have different rights, preferences, privileges, and restrictions. For example, your preferred stock class may have guaranteed dividend distribution right when common stock class does not have any dividend distribution right. Be concise and enter as much of these distinguishing rights, preferences, privileges, and limitations for each share class as needed to differentiate the classes.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;                            &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Number of Directors&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Here you enter the initial number of directors. This number may be changed in the corporate bylaws. This is an optional requirement in most states except for Maryland.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Initial Directors&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Here you will give the name and address of each initial director. As with the registered agent&#39;s address, which may be or become public information, the directors may consider using a business address rather than a residential or private address for privacy purposes. Do not provide social security numbers, dates of birth, or other private identification information. &lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Director and Officer Liability&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;One of the main reasons business owners choose to form a for-profit corporation is to receive liability protection. Directors and officers of a corporation typically are not personally liable for monetary damage, even if their corporate decisions, acts, or omissions turn out to be bad business decisions in hindsight. The rationale is generally to encourage corporate directors and officers to take action and make business judgments to the best of their ability and without fear of personal liability at a later date. If the corporation elects to allow such liability protection for its directors and officers, select &lt;b&gt;&quot;Yes, without restrictions&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; to provide the maximum personal liability protection allowable by law.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;Corporations may elect to change the typical liability protection for its directors and officers and may do so in their articles of incorporation. To write in your own liability protection restrictions for the directors and officers, select &lt;b&gt;&quot;Yes, with restrictions&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; and enter your restrictions in complete sentences. For example, you may specify &quot;Officers are liable for damages resulting from failure to disclose any potential conflict of interest.&quot;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;To eliminate all personal liability protection for corporate directors and officers, select &lt;b&gt;&quot;No&quot;&lt;\u002Fb&gt; to the question of &quot;Limited Director and Officer Liability.&quot;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Additional Articles&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Add any additional terms that have not already been addressed in your articles of incorporation. Use complete sentences and remember, your articles of incorporation do not need to be long or complicated as long as they satisfy state requirements. &lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Incorporators&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;An incorporator is a person, or business entity if permitted in your state, that prepares, files, and verifies the truth and accuracy of the articles of incorporation, and signs the articles of incorporation. In essence, the incorporator sets up the corporation by creating its formation documents with the state.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;List each and every incorporator with their full name and address. As the incorporator&#39;s address may be or become public information, the incorporators may consider using a business address rather than a residential or private address to protect their privacy. Every listed incorporator must sign the articles of incorporation.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Next Steps&lt;\u002Fb&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;ul&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Create Corporate Bylaws&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;ul&gt;    &lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fcorporate-bylaws&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Corporate bylaws&lt;\u002Fa&gt; are a set of rules and procedures used to determine how a corporation will be run. They are internal documents that facilitate the smooth operation of your new for-profit corporation. Bylaws do not need to be filed with the state but are fundamental to a corporation and should be one of the first documents created by a corporation. LegalNature is prepared with corporate bylaws for your corporation that may be easily created and immediately adopted for your corporation&#39;s use.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Ful&gt;  &lt;li&gt;Create a Shareholders&#39; Agreement&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;ul&gt;    &lt;li&gt;If there are two or more shareholders in a corporation, it is also important that they adopt a &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fshareholder-agreement&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;shareholders&#39; agreement&lt;\u002Fa&gt; to ensure that all shareholders are treated fairly and are aware of each other&#39;s management authority as well as rights, duties, and responsibilities toward the corporation and toward each other. This simple step often avoids perilous disputes that can devastate a company.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Ful&gt;  &lt;li&gt;Hold the First Board of Directors&#39; or Shareholders&#39; Meeting&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;ul&gt;    &lt;li&gt;The first board of directors&#39; or shareholders&#39; meeting is where fundamental decisions about the corporation are made. For example, this is where the bylaws may be adopted, officers may be appointed, tax selection of the corporation may be approved, directions may be given to directors or officers, and authority to open bank accounts, enter into contracts, or incur other expenses may be approved.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Prior to the meeting, a &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fnotice-of-meeting&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;notice of meeting&lt;\u002Fa&gt; should be sent to relevant parties.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;If no notice for the meeting was given, the &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fwaiver-of-notice&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;waiver of notice&lt;\u002Fa&gt; should be executed at the meeting. This form may be found at LegalNature.com.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;The meeting details should be documented by a party designated as the meeting secretary in the &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fmeeting_minutes&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;meeting minutes&lt;\u002Fa&gt;.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Any corporate resolutions passed at the first meeting should be recorded in a &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fcorporate-resolution&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;corporate resolution&lt;\u002Fa&gt; form.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;If a resolution to issue stock was passed at the first meeting, use LegalNature&#39;s &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fstock-certificate&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;stock certificate&lt;\u002Fa&gt; to issue the stocks and LegalNature&#39;s &lt;a href=&quot;https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Fstock-transfer-ledger&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;stock transfer ledger&lt;\u002Fa&gt; to record the transactions for corporate records.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Ful&gt;  &lt;li&gt;Set Up a Corporate Records Book to Store and Maintain Corporate Documents&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;ul&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Corporate documents that belong in the corporate records book include, but are not limited to, the documents below, all of which may be provided to you by LegalNature.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;ul&gt;      &lt;li&gt;This articles of incorporation&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Corporate bylaws&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Meeting minutes&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Corporate resolutions&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Notice of meeting&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Waiver of meeting&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Shareholders&#39; agreement&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Stock certificate&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Stock transfer ledger&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;\u002Ful&gt;  &lt;\u002Ful&gt;  &lt;li&gt;Comply with Local, State, and Federal Regulations&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;ul&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Your corporation&#39;s business and purpose may require business licenses from your city, county, or state. For example, hair salons generally require city or state permits. Consult your local government&#39;s business bureaus to confirm whether you need a license or permit for your business and how to obtain them if necessary.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Satisfy State Reporting and Tax Requirements&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;ul&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Corporations are subject to state tax. For some states, the tax rate is based upon the entity designation. For others, the tax rate may be based on the number of shares authorized for the corporation or the income derived from the corporation. For example, a California corporation is taxed at a minimum tax rate regardless of the corporation&#39;s profitability plus additional taxes if the corporation reaches certain income thresholds. Consult your state agency to satisfy your state&#39;s tax requirements accurately and in a timely manner.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Certain states also require reporting on a regular basis, such as annual or biennial reports. This requires a corporation to update the state on any changes in the corporation, and sometimes requires the corporation to disclose certain information regarding the corporation&#39;s operations in the past year. For example, in Illinois, the corporation must file an Annual Report that includes questions about the corporation&#39;s assets and share distribution. In California, on the other hand, a corporation merely has to file a Statement of Information requiring the corporation to update the state with basic corporate contact information and director information if it differs from the previous year. Consult your state agency to satisfy the state&#39;s reporting and filing requirements.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;          &lt;\u002Ful&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Apply for a federal employer identification number (EIN) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This is also known as your corporation&#39;s Federal Tax Identification Number and is used to identify a business entity for tax and hiring purposes.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Optional S Corporation Election with the IRS&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;ul&gt;      &lt;li&gt;Corporations are automatically classified as C corporations for tax purposes. This is the standard corporate tax treatment where the corporation is recognized as a separate taxpaying entity from the shareholders. Under this tax structure, a C corporation conducts business, realizes net income or loss, and pays taxes on that net profit. If the C corporation distributes any net profit to its shareholders in the form of dividends, the shareholders are taxed again on their individual income, separate from the corporation&#39;s tax obligations. The net profits of the corporation is taxed twice.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;      &lt;li&gt;A corporation may choose to opt out of the standard C corporation tax treatment and elect the S corporation tax treatment to avoid being taxed twice if it is a qualifying corporation. 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Some states refer to certificates of incorporation as \"articles of incorporation.\" These public records outline the fundamental aspects of a corporation, including the following basic information:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul class=\"txt-checkmark-list-v2\">\n\u003Cli>Corporate name\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Principal office address\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Registered agent information\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Directors or officers\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Stock information\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>","default","left","rich-content",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":113,"heading":114,"layout":115,"columns":116,"itemStyle":117,"blockName":49,"items":118,"blockType":152,"visibility":153},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2ea","Use the business formation document which best suits your needs","grid","3","card-with-image",[119,131,141],{"id":120,"title":121,"description":49,"legacyHtml":122,"image":123,"imageUrl":80,"url":130},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2e7","Articles of Organization","Articles of organization are filed with a state to establish a limited liability company, or \"LLC.\" LLCs offer liability and tax protections similar to that of a corporation, but with a different ownership and management structure.",{"id":124,"alt":49,"updatedAt":125,"createdAt":126,"url":127,"thumbnailURL":49,"filename":128,"mimeType":88,"filesize":129,"width":90,"height":91,"focalX":92,"focalY":92},217,"2026-07-29T18:20:41.571Z","2026-07-29T18:20:41.474Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FAOO%20Preview%20Desktop","AOO Preview Desktop",360880,"\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Farticles-of-organization",{"id":132,"title":37,"description":49,"legacyHtml":133,"image":134,"imageUrl":80,"url":38},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2e8","Some states refer to certificates of incorporation as articles of incorporation. 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Articles of amendment are filed with the corporation's state in order to submit amendments to a certificate of incorporation.",{"id":146,"alt":49,"updatedAt":147,"createdAt":148,"url":149,"thumbnailURL":49,"filename":150,"mimeType":88,"filesize":129,"width":90,"height":91,"focalX":92,"focalY":92},226,"2026-07-29T18:34:04.063Z","2026-07-29T18:34:03.976Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FAOA%20Preview%20Desktop","AOA Preview Desktop","\u002Fcategories\u002Fbusiness-formation\u002Farticles-of-amendment","list",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":155,"heading":156,"showStates":157,"hideOnStateOverride":157,"blockName":49,"blockType":158,"visibility":159},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2eb","Create a certificate of incorporation in your state",false,"state-selector",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":161,"content":49,"legacyHtml":162,"variant":108,"anchorId":49,"alignment":109,"ctaText":49,"ctaLink":49,"padding":49,"blockName":49,"blockType":110,"visibility":163},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2ec","\u003Ch3>When to use a certificate of incorporation\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Certificates of incorporation are essential legal documents used to establish a corporation at the state level. You should use a certificate of incorporation to do the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Form a new corporation\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: This document officially creates your company as a distinct legal entity\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Register with the state\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: A certificate of incorporation is required to register your corporation with the state government\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Define company structure\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: The certificate outlines the basic structure and purpose of your corporation\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Protect personal assets\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: By establishing a corporation, you can shield personal assets from business liabilities\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Seek tax advantages\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Corporations offer potential tax benefits, which begin with proper formation\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Comply with state laws\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: Each state has specific requirements for corporation formation, which the certificate of incorporation helps to fulfill\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #009eff;\">\u003Cstrong>Prepare for future growth\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan>: A well-crafted certificate of incorporation can provide flexibility for business expansion\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":165,"heading":166,"blockName":49,"items":167,"blockType":184,"visibility":185},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f1","How to create your certificate of incorporation",[168,172,176,180],{"id":169,"title":170,"description":49,"legacyHtml":171},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2ed","Select the state where the corporation will be registered","Our certificate of incorporation template dynamically changes according to the selected state's requirements. Since each state decides what details will be necessary to form a corporation, the required information can vary from one state to another.",{"id":173,"title":174,"description":49,"legacyHtml":175},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2ee","Provide the corporation's name, company address, and other details","When choosing your business name, it is important to consider your state's naming requirements. As for your corporation's company address, keep in mind that it will function as an official business address. For this reason, a street address will most likely be required. ",{"id":177,"title":178,"description":49,"legacyHtml":179},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2ef","Set forth the corporation's board of directors and officers","The names and addresses of the initial directors and officers of the corporation should be named, thereby establishing the governance structure of the corporation.",{"id":181,"title":182,"description":49,"legacyHtml":183},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f0","Describe the corporation's stock information","Outline the types and number of shares the corporation is authorized to issue. This is crucial for capital structure and investment strategies. Corporate stock represents an ownership interest in a corporation, typically divided into shares that signify a proportionate ownership stake in the business.","steps",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":187,"content":49,"legacyHtml":188,"variant":189,"anchorId":49,"alignment":109,"ctaText":190,"ctaLink":49,"padding":49,"blockName":49,"blockType":110,"visibility":191},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f2","\u003Ch3>Why create a certificate of incorporation and a corporation?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>A corporation is a business entity formed separately from the owner that can be used to incur business debts, expenses, and tax liabilities related to the business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corporate structure creates a legal separation between the business entity and its directors, owners, or officers, shielding them from personal liability if the business faces financial or legal troubles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It is important to note that this limited liability protection is not absolute and can be compromised if owners fail to maintain proper business practices or engage in fraudulent activities.\u003C\u002Fp>","highlight","Create Your Certificate of Incorporation Today",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":193,"heading":194,"description":49,"legacyHtml":195,"image":196,"imageUrl":80,"layout":205,"blockName":49,"blockType":206,"visibility":207},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f3","Why choose LegalNature?","The professionals at LegalNature offer the expertise and guidance to navigate the nuances of forming a corporation across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. LegalNature offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy, then we’re not happy. Give us a call and let us help.",{"id":197,"alt":49,"updatedAt":198,"createdAt":199,"url":200,"thumbnailURL":49,"filename":201,"mimeType":88,"filesize":202,"width":203,"height":204,"focalX":92,"focalY":92},218,"2026-07-29T18:21:40.238Z","2026-07-29T18:21:40.153Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FWhy%20Choose","Why Choose",204042,786,958,"image-right","media-content",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":209,"content":49,"legacyHtml":210,"variant":108,"anchorId":49,"alignment":109,"ctaText":49,"ctaLink":49,"padding":49,"blockName":49,"blockType":110,"visibility":211},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f4","\u003Ch2>Certificate of incorporation guide\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>A certificate of incorporation is a formal document used to establish a corporation and define the fundamental aspects of a corporation's structure. Sometimes also referred to as articles of incorporation, a certificate of incorporation must be filed with a state in order to create and register a corporation as a valid business organization within that state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Certificates of incorporation include the essential details of a corporation, including the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The Corporation's Name:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Each state requires that companies have a distinct name, often including the entity designator \"Inc.\" or \"Corporation.\"\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Business Purpose:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Some states require that a business purpose be outlined in its certificate of incorporation. This is commonly a general statement, such as \"accounting services\" or \"any lawful act or activity.\"\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Business Address:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The physical address of the business is often required to be reported in lieu of a P.O. Box.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Registered Agent:\u003C\u002Fstrong> This is the person or entity designated to receive legal paperwork, such as service of process or other government correspondence, on behalf of the corporation. The agent's name and physical street address are required to be reported.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Directors or Officers:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The initial board of directors and managing officers of the corporation are often required to be listed on the certificate of incorporation. These titles can be held concurrently by the same person depending on the size of the corporation.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>The Effective Date of the Corporation's Formation:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The date that the corporation's formation takes effect defaults to the day that the certificate of incorporation is filed with the state; however, a specific date may be set forth as the owner wishes.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>These requirements are general, common information, and some states may require additional information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Certificate of incorporation or certificate of organization?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>The terms \"certificate of organization\" and \"certificate of incorporation\" are often mistakenly used interchangeably. Both documents are used for the purpose of registering a business entity with a state, but certificates of organization are used to create LLCs while certificates of incorporation are used to form corporations. Both business entities provide similar liability protections to the business's owner, but are owned and operated through different structures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>Do I need an attorney to create a certificate of incorporation?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Any business owner may file their own certificate of incorporation and an attorney is not required for their creation. However, it is highly recommended to consult with an attorney or other legal service providers when creating this legal document since each state has its own specific requirements for filing that may be difficult or confusing to navigate.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>What if I need to make changes to my certificate of incorporation?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Articles of amendment should be filed when changes to a company's certificate of incorporation need to be made. Certificates of incorporation may require changing if they contain errors when they are first filed, or there are changes in the business over time. These changes, or amendments, may include reporting a new registered agent, updating the company's business address, or changing the company's board of directors and officers.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>What is the difference between a for-profit and a not-for-profit corporation?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>For-profit corporations are owned by shareholders who receive stock in exchange for investments which pay out to the shareholders in dividends. Not-for-profit, or nonprofit, corporations cannot issue shares or stock and have members, but no shareholders. The dividends and profits of for-profit corporations are taxed, while nonprofit corporations are often tax-exempt, falling under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Ch3>What should I do after filing a certificate of incorporation?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>After filing a certificate of incorporation and paying the filing fee, there is typically a short waiting period for the certificate of incorporation to be reviewed and approved by the state, though many states offer expedited processing for faster service. Once the certificate is approved and the corporation is a registered business entity, there are several actions that should be taken in order to ensure that the newly formed company remains compliant with the department of state:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli index=\"1\">\u003Cstrong>Retrieve an EIN from the IRS\u003C\u002Fstrong>: An employer identification number, or EIN, is an essential nine-digit number required for federal tax purposes. Having a valid EIN is often required to apply for other business necessities, such as a license or financial accounts.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"1\">\u003Cstrong>Choose your corporate tax structure\u003C\u002Fstrong>: For-profit corporations are taxed under two different structures: C corp or S corp. C corps pay taxes on their profits and shareholders pay taxes on their dividends, while S corps offer pass-through taxation where profits and losses are reported on shareholders' personal tax returns. 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This choice is integrated into our intuitive online form.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"2\">\u003Cstrong>Create corporate bylaws\u003C\u002Fstrong>: While the certificate of incorporation outlines the general purpose of the corporation, a corporation's bylaws describe the specific functions, regulations, responsibilities, and rules for the business, including protocols for dealing with personal or financial liabilities or internal conflicts of interest.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"3\">\u003Cstrong>Open a business bank account\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Establishing a separate business bank account for your business is crucial for maintaining and managing your business assets and business finances, while protecting yourself from personal liability.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"4\">\u003Cstrong>Apply for any required business licenses\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Some business types are monitored and regulated more heavily by the states and require certification and licensure to operate legally.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli index=\"5\">\u003Cstrong>File annual reports\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Most states require corporations to file an annual report with the state's division of corporations to remain in good standing and preserve the liability protections offered by the corporate business structure.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"id":213,"heading":214,"background":215,"blockName":49,"items":216,"blockType":233,"visibility":234},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f9","Frequently Asked Questions","light-blue",[217,221,225,229],{"id":218,"question":219,"answer":49,"legacyHtml":220},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f5","Why do I need to file a certificate of incorporation for my corporation?","\u003Cp>Certificates of incorporation are designed to give your state's Secretary of State or Company Registrar the information required to determine whether or not to approve a new company. State laws governing businesses are designed to protect consumers and state residents, so every state has laws and requirements that businesses must comply with if they want the benefits of a corporate structure.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":222,"question":223,"answer":49,"legacyHtml":224},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f6","In what state should I register my corporation?","\u003Cp>Although businesses can register to conduct business in any state, most businesses choose to organize their corporations in the state where their principal office is located. Although it may make sense to choose a different state for a corporation because of that state&rsquo;s tax treatment, some states impose additional taxes, making it cheaper to organize under a neighboring state&rsquo;s laws. If you are considering establishing your corporation in a state other than your own, it is important that you investigate whether that state requires additional paperwork.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":226,"question":227,"answer":49,"legacyHtml":228},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f7","Will I need a registered agent?","\u003Cp>A registered agent is an individual or business entity residing within the company's state. All registered agents must maintain normal business hours at a physical address that is open to the public. The registered agent&rsquo;s main function is to ensure reliable communication between the company and any third party, by receiving and forwarding legal documents, notices, or other requests to the company. It is mandatory that every company provides the registered agent's full name. If the registered agent is a business entity, then you should include the entity designation of the business such as Inc. or Co. It is also mandatory that every company provides the address where the registered agent is required to receive any legal correspondence. Check with your state regarding any specific requirements for listing the registered agent's address. LegalNature provides access to a registered agent with the option to use the company's physical address, the company's mailing address, or any other address where the registered agent is willing and able to receive mail. It is important to point out that some states require the registered agent&rsquo;s consent in order to be named as such.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":230,"question":231,"answer":49,"legacyHtml":232},"6a15a1ddf13133005943e2f8","How do I file my certificate of incorporation?","\u003Cp>Most states allow certificates of incorporation to be filed electronically online through the Secretary of State or Division of Corporations website. Certificates can also be submitted through the mail; though, this typically results in an extended wait-period for processing. After receiving the certificate and any required filing fees, there is typically a short processing period; unless the state offers expedited processing for an additional fee.\u003C\u002Fp>","faqs",{"hideOnMobile":157,"hideOnDesktop":157},{"id":236,"headline":237,"text":238,"image":239,"ctaText":49,"blockName":49,"blockType":240,"visibility":241},"6a9999730614693ae0b31584","Create your certificate of incorporation today","Prepare a state-compliant certificate of incorporation using LegalNature's intuitive online forms.",{"id":83,"alt":49,"updatedAt":84,"createdAt":85,"url":86,"thumbnailURL":49,"filename":87,"mimeType":88,"filesize":89,"width":90,"height":91,"focalX":92,"focalY":92},"get-started",{"hideOnMobile":49,"hideOnDesktop":49},{"title":243,"description":244,"keyword":245,"og_image":246},"Certificate of Incorporation Template | Create & Print - LegalNature","Easily file your certificate of incorporation with our dynamic form in minutes. 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