What you need to start a company in Utah


start up companyUtah is a very entrepreneurial state, and it is full of enterprising business owners who want nothing more than to succeed in their commercial venture. Most business owners put together a team to succeed: an accountant, a marketing agent, and an attorney. Attorneys can assist in drafting documents, handling commercial disputes, and setting up business structures—such as companies and corporations.

A basic limited liability company can help protect a business owner’s assets. In Utah there are three main documents needed to establish an LLC. These are a certificate of organization, an operating agreement and a statement of authority.

The certificate of organization is filed in the Utah Division of Corporations. It states the name of the company and generally includes contact information for a registered agent. The operating agreement is a private document that is maintained between the owners of the company. The statement of authority is a document which lists persons who are authorized to act for the company as the agents. All three documents are crucial. A licensed attorney can assist in properly drafting and executing these documents.

Contact Howard, Lewis & Petersen today, they can assist with the building of your new company.