All Ohio business owners want to succeed. In order to do that, they may have to make some changes to the organization. In such cases, it is necessary for the company owner to be ready to handle the responsibilities that come with the changes.
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Ohio requires all businesses to inform the Secretary of State about major changes to the items listed in their Articles of Incorporation/Organization. To do this, you will have to go through the process known as an amendment.
There are various reasons that require the filing of an amendment. But, generally, any changes that can affect the formal business structure of your Ohio company requires you to file an amendment with the Secretary of State.
A. Changing The Company Name –
If you think that your Ohio LLC has to adopt a new name, you have to go through a legal process to formalize this decision. Submit an amendment to the Secretary of State. Additionally, you may also have to update the LLC name on all state and government records.
Ohio corporations that want to use a new name will have to file an amendment with the Secretary of State. You will also need to update the records of the corporation with the state and government.
B. Changing Members Of The Business –
The Secretary of State keeps a record of the names, addresses, and contact information of your LLC’s members and/or managers. You have to report any changes to these pieces of information by filing an amendment.
Ohio requires all corporations operating in the state to submit information about the officers and directors in the Articles of Incorporation. If there are any changes in their names, addresses, or contact information, your company has to file an amendment.
C. Changing Address Related To The Business –
The operating address and registered office of your LLC is a way for the state to contact your Ohio company. You have to make sure the state is aware of any changes. You can do this by submitting an amendment form.
To make sure that your Ohio corporation receives all necessary documents, such as those related to your filing and tax obligations, you have to keep the Secretary of State updated about your operating address and registered office. You can do this by filing an amendment.
D. Changing Contact Information –
The state also needs a way to communicate with your LLC. That is why you have to make sure that the contact information of your Ohio LLC is well-documented. The amendment form also comes with a cover letter where you can input the phone number and email address of the LLC.
The Secretary of State should be able to access your company easily. To ensure this, you have to report any changes in the contact information of your Ohio corporation. Fill out the cover letter for the amendment form where you can input the phone number and email address of the corporation.
E. Changing The Number Of Shares That A Corporation Is Authorized To Issue – Ohio LLCs are not authorized to issue shares. This change does not apply to them. If your Ohio corporation wants to make changes to the number of authorized shares it can issue, you have to file an amendment.