Review distinguishability, restricted words, trademarks, and professional names. A 120-day Delaware name reservation costs $75 and does not guarantee filing acceptance.
Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗Delaware Code Online (Title 6, Title 8 & Title 30) ↗Delaware statutory references supplied for the October 25, 2026 review; confirm current official instructions.
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Statutory Rule & Filing Mechanics (6 Del. C. § 18-102 & 8 Del. C. § 102(a)(1))
Review distinguishability, restricted words, trademarks, and professional names. A 120-day Delaware name reservation costs $75 and does not guarantee filing acceptance.
Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗Certificate of Formation — $110 state fee
Under 6 Del. C. § 18-201, the public Certificate requires the LLC name and Delaware Registered Agent. The authorized person signs the filing; member and manager names are not required.
Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗Freedom of Contract & Charging Order Protection
6 Del. C. § 18-1101(b) gives maximum effect to freedom of contract in the Operating Agreement. § 18-703 provides the charging-order remedy.
Delaware Code Online (Title 6, Title 8 & Title 30) ↗Your preparation checklist
- Confirm LLC, standard C-Corp, Venture 10M-Share C-Corp, or Series LLC
- Clear Delaware ICIS entity name
- Designate physical Delaware 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
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| Requirement | Rule / confirmation needed | Official authority |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Formation — $110 state fee | Under 6 Del. C. § 18-201, the public Certificate requires the LLC name and Delaware Registered Agent. The authorized person signs the filing; member and manager names are not required. | Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗ |
| Freedom of Contract & Charging Order Protection | 6 Del. C. § 18-1101(b) gives maximum effect to freedom of contract in the Operating Agreement. § 18-703 provides the charging-order remedy. | Delaware Code Online (Title 6, Title 8 & Title 30) ↗ |
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6 Del. C. § 18-102 & 8 Del. C. § 102(a)(1). Review distinguishability, restricted words, trademarks, and professional names. A 120-day Delaware name reservation costs $75 and does not guarantee filing acceptance.
Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗Only the LLC name, Delaware Registered Agent, and Authorized Person signing the Certificate of Formation appear on the public filing.
Delaware Division of Corporations (Title 8 & Title 6) ↗June 1 of each calendar year starting the year after formation (§ 18-1107). Zero annual report is required.
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