LLC Articles of Organization content: which item must be included?

• A. Names of all members.
• B. County where located, company name, purpose, duration, designation of secretary of state as agent, etc.
• C. List of all debts and liabilities.
• D. Social security numbers of members.

Answer: (B)

In New York, the Articles of Organization for an LLC must provide basic identifying details that let the state register the entity and ensure proper service of process. The essential elements include the county where the LLC’s office will be located, the name of the LLC, the stated business purpose, the duration of the LLC (if not perpetual), and a designation that the Secretary of State will act as the LLC’s agent for service of process. These items establish the entity’s identity, location, and how it can be served with legal notices. Information like the names of all members, debts and liabilities, or members’ Social Security numbers is not required in the Articles and would not typically be included.