Articles of Incorporation, also known as a corporate charter, are a set of formal documents filed with a government body to legally document the creation of a corporation in the United States.
The certificate that brings a company into existence; it is issued to the shareholders by the Registrar of Companies when the company's constitutional documents have been received and approved. Until the certificate is issued, the company has no legal existence.
A corporate charter is a legal document that establishes a corporation's existence and outlines its basic operational structure, rights, and responsibilities. Also known as articles of incorporation, it is filed with the state government and includes key details about the corporation.
A domestic corporation or partnership refers to a business entity created or organized within the United States or under the laws of the United States or any state. Such entities are subject to federal and state regulations specific to domestic businesses.
Incorporating refers to the process of legally forming a new corporation, city, or including additional elements within an entity as per legal procedures.
An incorporated company results in a legal entity that is distinct from its owners, providing limited liability protection and other benefits.
