INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION CA LLC-1

This form is used to form a limited liability company in the state of California. After filing this form, you should regard the Exemption Application Booklet (FTB 3500 Booklet) in order to apply for tax exemptions.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 1”

Enter the name of the limited liability company in Item 1. The name of the LLC needs to end with “Limited Liability Company,” “LLC” or “L.L.C.” The words “Limited” and “Company” can be abbreviated “Ltd.” and “Co.” If you reserved the name prior to filing this document, attach the appropriate sheet.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 2”

Do not alter Item 2 in any way. The phrase is required under state statute. Seek the services of an attorney if you want to limit the business of the LLC by providing an additional attachment.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 3”

Enter the name of the LLC’s agent in Item 3. If the agent is an individual person, they must have residency in the state of California. If the agent is a corporation, they must be filed under the Secretary of State. Enter the address of the agent in Item 4.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 4”

Check the appropriate box in Item 5. Check if the limited liability company needs managed by one manager, several managers, or all LLC members. You can only check one box.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 5”

Item 6 calls for any attachments with this form. Attach any forms such as a name reservation form. Make sure the attachments are consistent with state statute.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 6”

This form must be signed by the organizer of the form. The signature may not include the signature of a manger or member of the LLC. If an attorney signs the form, these words should follow: “Attorney-in-fact of (name of person).” Regard page 3 of this form for more instructions on signatures.

“Articles of Organization CA LLC-1 Step 7”

Filings fees for this form are $70.00. If the documents are dropped off in-person, there is an additional $15.00 special handling fee. The applicant can submit this form online, hand-deliver the form, or mail the forms. If you’re mailing the form, use the following address:

Secretary of State

Document Filing Support Unit

P.O. Box 944228

Sacramento, CA 94244-2280