INSTRUCTIONS: MS STATEMENT OF PARTNERSHIP AUTHORITY FS 0700

A partnership can develop clear levels of authority and limitations for members of the partnership by using this form. If you have questions about this form, you should speak with an attorney.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 1”

State the name of the partnership as it appears under the Secretary of State in section 1. Do not alter the name in any way.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 2”

List the address for the chief executive office in section 2. Do not provide a P.O. Box. If the chief executive office is in another state, provide an address (if applicable) for the Mississippi office in section 3.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 3”

Provide a name and mailing address for an appointed agent or the names and addresses for all partners in section 4. Do not provide both sets of addresses. If you need more room for the names and address of partners in section 4b, mark the box in section 7 and attach a separate sheet on 8 ½ by 11 paper.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 4”

List the names of partners authorized to transfer real property in the name of the partnership within section 5. Attach a separate form is more space is needed.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 5”

If other transactions apply, list limitations and authority rights for selected partners in section 6. If additional space is needed, attach a separate form.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 6”

At least two partners need to sign and date the bottom of this form. If you need to provide other signatures, attach a separate sheet.

“MS Statement of Partnership Authority FS 0700 Step 7”

Make sure this form is printed legibly in blue or black ink. The filing fee is only $25.00, and make sure you make the check or money order payable to Secretary of State. Use the following address when mailing this form, any attachments, and the filing fee:

Mississippi Secretary of State

Post Office Box 136

Jackson, Mississippi 39205-0136