What is a Registered Agent?

Virginia law requires any LLC or corporation formed in Virginia (or any out-of-state business entity conducting business in Virginia) to designate a registered agent in its formation documents. The role of registered agent is ministerial, akin to an official mailbox or point of contact for a business entity. SCC notices and related correspondence from government agencies and other third parties are often directed to a business entity’s registered agent. The sole duty of a registered agent is to forward any correspondence it receives to the LLC or corporation at its last known address. The identity of a Virginia entity’s registered agent is a matter of public record. Not everyone can serve as registered agent for a Virginia LLC or corporation. Virginia law defines several categories of people and entities who can serve as registered agent, including:
 
(1) a member or manager of the LLC who also resides in Virginia;
(2) a member of the Virginia State Bar; or
(3) another business entity authorized to transact business in Virginia.
 
Whether a newly formed entity or an existing one, Eric Perkins will be pleased to serve as Virginia registered agent for your business entity. Updating registered agent info with the SCC is easy and can be done online with no filing fee. Contact us today at [email protected].
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