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Appointing An Individual
Appointing An Individual
Michigan allows you to appoint a consenting individual to serve as your registered agent. Individuals must meet all of the following requirements at all times:
Michigan allows you to appoint a consenting individual to serve as your registered agent. Individuals must meet all of the following requirements at all times:
- The individual must be a resident of Michigan.
- The individual must make available their name and street address to be included in the public records of Michigan as your registered agent. The street address, called the registered office, must be a physical address in Michigan. A P.O. Box or mailbox service is almost never allowed since the agent must personally sign for your document.
- The individual must be available at the address listed during business hours to sign for documents.
When deciding on your Michigan Resident Agent, consider that individuals travel, meet with clients, and take time off. Any absence increases your risk of missing the delivery of important legal notices. A registered agent company is always available to receive documents on behalf of your business.
When deciding on your Michigan Resident Agent, consider that individuals travel, meet with clients, and take time off. Any absence increases your risk of missing the delivery of important legal notices. A registered agent company is always available to receive documents on behalf of your business.
Appointing A Company
Appointing A Company
Using our professional registered agent service in Michigan provides the following benefits:
Using our professional registered agent service in Michigan provides the following benefits:
- Fulfill the state requirement
We provide a physical office in Almont to serve as your agent. This allows your business to meet the statutory obligation to appoint a registered agent in Michigan. - Privacy
Using our registered agent service helps protect the privacy of your business. Avoid receiving a lawsuit in front of your clients and employees. We receive uniformed process servers, notice of lawsuit, and other deliveries discreetly at our offices.- Our contact information (not yours) is listed publicly with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing - Corporations Division.
- We keep your information confidential and do not give it out to inquirers unless we are legally required to do so.
- Enjoy flexible hours
The registered agent is generally required to be available at its physical office during all regular business hours. In an era of remote work and busy schedules, enjoy safety and flexibility in your schedule, while minimizing the risk of a missed delivery. - Avoid change fees
If you move your office, simply let us know your new address. You won't have to worry about change forms and fees with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing - Corporations Division. - Support as you grow
Harbor Compliance is a nationwide registered agent service provider. As your business grows, you are required to appoint a registered agent in each state. We consolidate your accounts payable through one vendor and help you stay compliant as you grow. - Peace of mind
Our Michigan registered agent service includes local document scanning and same-day electronic delivery. This helps ensure that you have plenty of time to respond in the event of service of process. This peace of mind is worth the investment.
Michigan Resident Agent Education
Michigan Resident Agent Education
You may have discovered the term “registered agent” while filing documents to form or register your business in Michigan. You may have also encountered synonyms, such as “resident agent,” “statutory agent,” or “agent for service of process.” These terms all generally refer to the same thing. This page will help you understand what a Michigan registered agent is and how it works.
You may have discovered the term “registered agent” while filing documents to form or register your business in Michigan. You may have also encountered synonyms, such as “resident agent,” “statutory agent,” or “agent for service of process.” These terms all generally refer to the same thing. This page will help you understand what a Michigan registered agent is and how it works.
What is a Registered Agent a.k.a. Resident Agent or Statutory Agent?
What is a Registered Agent a.k.a. Resident Agent or Statutory Agent?
A registered agent (also known as a resident agent or statutory agent depending on the state) is a person or legal entity, designated in the articles of incorporation/organization, who can accept legal documents and notifications from a state office or receive SOP (service of process) when a business entity is involved in legal action.
A registered agent (also known as a resident agent or statutory agent depending on the state) is a person or legal entity, designated in the articles of incorporation/organization, who can accept legal documents and notifications from a state office or receive SOP (service of process) when a business entity is involved in legal action.
Do I Need a Michigan Resident Agent?
Do I Need a Michigan Resident Agent?
Yes, with very few exceptions. Most businesses and nonprofits that form or register in Michigan must have a physical registered agent in Michigan at all times. This includes keeping the agent’s contact information up-to-date with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing - Corporations Division. This is called “maintaining” a registered agent and helps your company stay in good standing.
Yes, with very few exceptions. Most businesses and nonprofits that form or register in Michigan must have a physical registered agent in Michigan at all times. This includes keeping the agent’s contact information up-to-date with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing - Corporations Division. This is called “maintaining” a registered agent and helps your company stay in good standing.
Who Can Serve as My Michigan Registered Agent?
Who Can Serve as My Michigan Registered Agent?
You may appoint either an individual or a company to serve as your Resident Agent.
You may appoint either an individual or a company to serve as your Resident Agent.
A Full Service Experience
A Full Service Experience
Fulfill the State Requirements
Fulfill the State Requirements
We provide a physical office in Almont to serve as your agent. This allows your business to meet the statutory obligation to appoint a registered agent in Michigan.
Privacy
Privacy
Using our registered agent service helps protect the privacy of your business. Avoid receiving a lawsuit in front of your clients and employees. We receive uniformed process servers, notice of lawsuit, and other deliveries discreetly at our offices. Our contact information (not yours) is listed publicly. We keep your information confidential and do not give it out to inquirers unless we are legally required to do so.
Enjoy flexible hours
Enjoy flexible hours
The registered agent is generally required to be available at its physical office during all regular business hours. In an era of remote work and busy schedules, enjoy safety and flexibility in your schedule, while minimizing the risk of a missed delivery.
Avoid change fees
Avoid change fees
If you move your office, simply let us know your new address. You won't have to worry about change forms and fees with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing - Corporations Division.
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