New Jersey LLC and New Jersey Corporation

Filed with the New Jersey Secretary of State - Department of State Division of Revenue - Corporate Filing Unit

New Jersey Corporation Names

The New Jersey Corporation name must include the word or an abbreviation of a word that indicates that the named entity is a corporation. Examples of a corporate name ending include "Incorporated," "Corporation" or "Company." The abbreviation "Ltd." may also be used. The name cannot state or imply that the corporation or LLC is formed for purpose other than what is permitted in the articles of incorporation/organization. Also, the name cannot be the same or deceptively similar to any active domestic or foreign corporation or LLC filed with the state.

New Jersey Limited Liability Company (LLC) Names

The New Jersey Limited Liability Company (New Jersey LLC) must use the term "Limited Liability Company" or "LLC." The name cannot state or imply that the corporation or LLC is formed for purpose other than what is permitted in the articles of incorporation/organization. Also, the name cannot be the same or deceptively similar to any active domestic or foreign corporation or LLC filed with the state.

Director Information:

Minimum Number - One or more.
Residence Requirements - No provision.
Age Requirements - Directors must be a natural person at least 18 years of age.
Directors are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.

Officer Information

Officers are not required to be listed in the articles of incorporation.

Stock Information

An increase in shares or par value does not cause an increase in initial filing fees.

Registered Agent

A corporation or LLC must maintain a registered agent at all times to accept any important service of process from the state. The registered agent must be located and available during regular business hours at a legal address within the state. New Jersey prohibits the use of a P.O. Box as your registered agent's address.

Corporate Records

New Jersey does not list any requirements with regards to the handling of company records.