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Oh no, my Registered Agent service expired!

Your Registered Agent is how your business receives official legal and governmental notices. If this service lapses, your business may no longer be in good standing with the state. Ask a Legal Pro about the steps you need to immediately take!

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Worried about a lapsed Registered Agent? Other business owners asked our Legal Pros these questions

  • What happens if I don't have an active Registered Agent?
  • How quickly do I need to reinstate my Registered Agent?
  • Is there a grace period for getting a new Registered Agent?

Whoops! I missed my Annual Report deadline! Now what?

Missing your annual report deadline can lead to penalties or even losing your business's good standing. It's crucial to address this quickly—ask a Legal Pro about the steps to get back on track!

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Missed your state filing deadline? You’re not alone – other business owners have asked these questions of our Legal Pros

  • What are the penalties for filing my Annual Report or Statement of Information (SOI) late?
  • Can missing the Annual Report or SOI deadline cause my business to lose good standing?
  • What steps do I need to take to file the Annual Report or SOI now that the deadline has passed?

I filed a DBA, but someone is using my business name anyway!

A DBA (Doing Business As) registers your business name with a state or local authority, but it may not stop others from using it. True name protection often means getting a trademark. Ask a Legal Pro about safeguarding your business name properly.

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Confused about how to protect your business name? Ask a Legal Pro a question like this

  • Does filing a DBA give me exclusive rights to my business name?
  • If someone is using my business name, can I stop them with a DBA?
  • What's the best way to legally protect my business name?
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  1. Survey Methodology: This page cites data from a February 2025 survey of over 1,000 U.S. small business owners conducted by Rocket Lawyer. The survey explored small business owners' experiences and challenges with various legal situations, including business filings and compliance situations.