Review distinguishability, restricted words, trademarks, and professional names. A 120-day Pennsylvania name reservation costs $75 and does not guarantee filing acceptance.
Pennsylvania Department of State ↗Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes ↗Pennsylvania statutory references supplied for the October 25, 2026 review; confirm current official instructions.
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Statutory Rule & Filing Mechanics (15 Pa.C.S. § 202 & § 204 & 15 Pa.C.S. § 202 & § 203)
Review distinguishability, restricted words, trademarks, and professional names. A 120-day Pennsylvania name reservation costs $75 and does not guarantee filing acceptance.
Pennsylvania Department of State ↗Certificate of Formation — $125 state fee
Under 15 Pa.C.S. § 8821 (Form DSCB:15-8821), the public Certificate requires the LLC name and Pennsylvania Registered Agent. The authorized person signs the filing; member and manager names are not required.
Pennsylvania Department of State ↗Freedom of Contract & Charging Order Protection
15 Pa.C.S. § 8815 gives maximum effect to freedom of contract in the Operating Agreement. § 18-703 provides the charging-order remedy.
Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes ↗Your preparation checklist
- Confirm LLC, standard C-Corp, Venture 10M-Share C-Corp, or Series LLC
- Clear Pennsylvania ICIS entity name
- Designate physical Pennsylvania Registered Agent
- File Certificate of Formation ($110) or Incorporation ($109)
- Execute Operating Agreement or Bylaws; review 30-day § 83(b) election
- Calendar March 1 corporation report or June 1 LLC tax
Pennsylvania Name Distinguishability Checklist
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| Requirement | Rule / confirmation needed | Official authority |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation — $125 state fee | Under 15 Pa.C.S. § 8821 (Form DSCB:15-8821), the public Certificate requires the LLC name and Pennsylvania Registered Agent. The authorized person signs the filing; member and manager names are not required. | Pennsylvania Department of State ↗ |
| Freedom of Contract & Charging Order Protection | 15 Pa.C.S. § 8815 gives maximum effect to freedom of contract in the Operating Agreement. § 18-703 provides the charging-order remedy. | Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes ↗ |
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15 Pa.C.S. § 202 & § 204 & 15 Pa.C.S. § 202 & § 203. Review distinguishability, restricted words, trademarks, and professional names. A 120-day Pennsylvania name reservation costs $75 and does not guarantee filing acceptance.
Pennsylvania Department of State ↗Only the LLC name, Pennsylvania Registered Agent, and Authorized Person signing the Certificate of Formation appear on the public filing.
Pennsylvania Department of State ↗June 1 of each calendar year starting the year after formation (§ 18-1107). Zero annual report is required.
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