Articles of Amendment: Change a Business Name, Address, and More
Anytime a change needs to be made to a corporation or LLC, the state
usually requires the filing of an Article of Amendment. Did the
business change addresses? Did a member or director leave?
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- Can I amend my Articles of Incorporation after they have been filed with the Secretary of State?
- What if I want to change the name of my company?
- How do I change the number, class, or par value, of shares that my corporation is authorized to issue?
- What other information can I change by filing an amendment?
Q: Can I amend my Articles of Incorporation after they have been filed with the Secretary of State?
A: Yes. Many states require that a corporation or LLC file a Certificate of Amendment or Articles of Amendment when making an addition to, deleting from, or otherwise altering the existing provisions of the Articles of Incorporation or Organization.
Q: What if I want to change the name of my company?
A: The only way to change the legal name of a state-level entity such as a corporation or LLC is to file an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation/Organization.
Q: How do I change the number, class, or par value, of shares that my corporation is authorized to issue?
A: In most states, the only way to change authorized share information is to file an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation.
Q: What other information can I change by filing an amendment?
A: In addition to changing company name or authorized shares, the filing of Articles of Amendment can change the following information if desired:
- The name and address of the registered agent
- The principal office address
- The names and addresses of directors or members
- The description of business activities
- Any other information included in the Articles of Incorporation/Organization
