INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION FOR LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

This form is required in forming a limited liability company within the state of Maryland. The state recommends working with an attorney, accountant or other professional while completing this form.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 1”

Enter the name of the limited liability company on line 1. State law requires the name to contain one of the following designations: Limited Liability Company, L.L.C, LLC, L.C., or LC. The name cannot mislead the public by appearing similar to other company names in the state.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 2”

Indicate the main purpose on the limited liability company on line 2. You only need to provide one or two sentences.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 3”

Provide the street address for the limited liability company’s main office in Maryland. Do not provide a PO Box.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 4”

Enter the name of the resident agent on line 4. An individual or business entity qualifies as a resident agent as long as the individual is an adult resident of the state or the business is a corporation or LLC in the state of Maryland.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 5”

Any authorized person under the limited liability company can sign on line 5. The resident agent needs to sign on line 6 as well. Make sure to provide a return address on line 7 for any correspondence during the filing process.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 6”

The minimum filing fee for this form is $100.00. If you request a Certified Copy, add $20.00 and $1.00 for every page to the filing fee. If you want a Certificate of Status, add $20 to the filing fee. You can also click the blue box at the top of this document to calculate the filing fee. If you’re filing by mail, make the check payable to State Department of Assessments and Taxation.

“Articles of Organization for Limited Liability Company Step 7”

You can fax the forms along with your credit card information to 410-333-7097. There is an additional charge for filing by fax. If you mail the forms, use the following address:

State Department of Assessments and Taxation

State Department of Assessments and Taxation

Charter Division, 301 W. Preston Street; 8th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201-2395