Nevada Articles of Organization

How to File Your Nevada Articles of Organization

Whether you’re a first-time business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, you’ll have to file NV LLC Articles of Organization each time you want to set up a new LLC in Nevada. While this can be tedious, knowing what steps you’ll need to take in advance can make the process feel like a breeze when the time comes to complete and submit your formation documents. 

Step 1: Submit Your LLC’s Official Name

The first item to fill in on your Articles of Organization (LLC) Nevada form is the official name for your business. However, before submitting your form, be sure to select a name that complies with state business entity naming requirements. 

For example, the name you select for your Nevada business must: 

• Contain the words Limited-Liability Company, Limited Company, Limited, or the abbreviations Ltd., L.L.C., LLC or LC
• Be distinguishable from the name of any other business entity on file with the Secretary of State
• Not imply that the business is set up for any unauthorized purpose

Keeping up with these and other naming requirements can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, however, you can use our Business Name Checker to help you find the right name for your business.

Once you’ve found a name you love that meets the minimum state requirements, you might consider submitting a name reservation form. This allows you to reserve a business name for up to 90 days while you get everything else you need to complete your Articles of Organization submission

Step 2: Provide the Name and Address of Your Registered Agent

You’ll also need to designate a registered agent for service of process. This person or entity will be responsible for accepting the service of important legal documents on behalf of your company. Thus, you’ll want to select someone you can trust for such a crucial position. 

Note, however, that any registered agent you select must also complete and sign a certificate of acceptance at the bottom of your form. As such, make sure the person or entity you wish to designate as a registered agent agrees to serve in this position. 

If you don’t know who to designate, you can use our Registered Agent Service to find a trustworthy registered agent for your business. 

Step 3: Select a Dissolution Date

Next, the State of Nevada Articles of Organization form will ask you to select a dissolution date. This is optional. However, don’t forget to include this in your form if you have a particular date in mind. 

If no dissolution date is listed, your LLC’s existence will be perpetual by default. 

Step 4: Select Your LLC’s Management Structure and Identify Your Initial Managers

You’ll also need to select a management structure for your business. Your LLC can be either member-managed or managed by outside managers who don’t have any ownership in the entity. 

Regardless of which management structure you select, be sure to list the name and address of each manager or managing member of your company on your form.  

Step 5: Attach Any Needed Statements

Finally, don’t forget to attach any additional statements or documents required to complete your submission. For example, if you plan to have more than three managers or managing members, you’ll need to attach an additional page to your Articles of Organization. 

Additionally, any registered agent you select must sign your Articles of Organization form to accept the appointment. However, suppose your registered agent isn’t present to sign your Articles of Organization form. In that case, they may submit a Certificate of Acceptance of Appointment by Registered Agent form separately from the Articles of Organization. 

Where to File Your Nevada Articles of Organization

Once you have everything you need, it’s time to file your NV LLC Articles of Organization with the appropriate government agency and pay the requisite filing fee.

In Nevada, you’ll file your formation documents with the Secretary of State either in person, by mail, or through the state’s online e-filing portal. After acceptance by the Secretary of State of your Articles of Organization, your business registration is complete.

What are the next steps? 

After filing your State of Nevada Articles of Organization, there are a few other steps you may want to take. While these aren’t currently required by the state, taking these steps can still be a great way to protect your business better going forward. 

Create an Operating Agreement

One crucial step you might consider taking is creating an Operating Agreement. 

An Operating Agreement is a legal document that outlines the rights and obligations of the business entity and its members. A well-crafted Operating Agreement also addresses other crucial information related to items like dispute resolution procedures and the relationship between and among LLC members.

Nevada doesn’t require LLCs to create or implement an Operating Agreement. Nevertheless, having one in place is almost always a good idea.

If you don’t have an Operating Agreement, we can help you get started on one with our Operating Agreement Template. 

Apply for an EIN

You might also consider obtaining an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Again, this may not be required for all business entities. However, there are several situations where your business may need an EIN. For example, you often need an EIN to: 

• Hire and pay employees
• Open business bank accounts
• Apply for business loans
• Acquire business insurance
• Comply with certain state permit and business license requirements

If and when you do decide you need an EIN, we can help you obtain one from the IRS with our Employer ID Number Service.  

We can help!

Completing the Articles of Organization for an LLC in Nevada isn’t always an intuitive process. And after you complete the formation process, things will only get busier. That’s why we’re here to help make the details involved with running a company as smooth as possible for owners just like you. 

With so much on your plate already, we can take some of the stress off your shoulders so you can get back to focusing on running and growing your enterprise. For example, with services like our ZenBusiness Money Service and our Worry-Free Compliance Service, we have a variety of tools and resources to help you run become and remain successful.