Changing the name of your Texas LLC, Series LLC, or PLLC on your own is relatively straightforward. By following the proper procedures and filing the necessary paperwork with the Texas Secretary of State. You can easily complete the process and successfully change the name of your LLC.
When considering a name change for your Texas LLC, it’s important to check if the desired name is available. There are several ways to do this. To do this, you must use the SOSDirect Name Search. By entering the desired name, you can determine if it’s already in use by another entity. Make sure that when checking for name availability, you will also want to search for close variants on your name and think about whether the existence of another company with a close name may cause trouble later on. The Secretary of State will also reject a name as being “unavailable” even if the other entity is a different kind of entity, e.g., ABC, Inc. exists so ABC, LLC is unavailable. t’s crucial to perform this thorough research to ensure that the new name you choose for your LLC is unique and not already being used by another business entity.
When changing the name of your LLC in Texas, there is a cost involved. The fee for filing a Certificate of Amendment with the Texas Secretary of State is $150. This fee covers the necessary paperwork to update your LLC’s Certificate of Formation and ensure the legal recognition of the new name. It’s always advisable to consult official sources or seek legal counsel for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding fees and processes related to changing an LLC name in Texas. You may also want to file an updated Certificate of Formation, especially if you have made several amendments in the past. This step is not required, but may be something to think about with your legal counsel.
Nathaniel Gilbert is the sole attorney at The Law Office of Nathaniel Gilbert, PLLC. Practicing in the areas of Business Law, Nate assist clients with LLC formation and drafting contracts in the states of Texas, Colorado, and Kansas. He can be reached at 726-999-0087.
