How To File A Wisconsin LLC Amendment
Step By Step Guide To Wisconsin LLC Amendments
How to file a Wisconsin LLC Amendment:
To make amendments (changes) to your Wisconsin LLC’s Articles of Organization, file Amendment to Articles of Organization Limited Liability Company (Form 504) with Wisconsin’s Department of Financial Institutions. The form is optional; you can draw up your own LLC Articles of Amendment.
Can you re-state the initial articles instead of filing an amendment?
Restated Articles of Organization may be filed with DFI. There is a mention of “restated” articles in the Wisconsin LLC statute, but it was inadvertent. Since it is mentioned, Wisconsin DFI is required to file restated articles when submitted.
So, if you do file restated Articles with DFI, those articles could include the amendment(s). It would not be necessary to file a separate amendment.
Are there any specifics you can or can’t include with a Wisconsin LLC amendment?
Amendments may update provisions that are currently included in the articles of organization. You can use the LLC articles of amendment to change your LLC name.
How do I file the amendment form?
Your Amendment to Articles of Organization can be filed online, by mail, or in person.
Mail:
WI-Dept. of Financial Institutions
P.O. Box 93348
Milwaukee, WI 53293-0348
Express mail and in person filings:
WI-Dept. of Financial Institutions
Division of Corporate and Consumer Affairs
4822 Madison Yards Way, North Tower
Madison, WI 53705
Online:
Department of Financial Institutions
Note: When filing for dissolution, you should include your original document and one exact copy. Also include a check for fees payable to the Department of Financial Institutions.
How much does a Wisconsin Limited Liability Company amendment cost?
There is a $40 filing fee to amend your Wisconsin articles of organization. There is an additional $25 fee for expedited processing of Articles of Amendment.
To expedite processing, make sure you write Expedited Processing on your mailed documents.
How long does it take Wisconsin to process an LLC amendment?
Online filings are generally processed within one business day.
Normal DFI processing for mailed filings takes approximately five business days (add time for mailing). Expedited Processing speeds that process up to one business day (once the form has been received).
How will the LLC amendment be returned?
The way documents are returned will depend on how you file and the information you provide to DFI.
If you submit a document on the DFI paper form, the filed-stamped copy is mailed to the person/firm listed in the return box on the back page of the form.
If you draft your document and submit it with a cover letter, DFI will mail the filed-stamped copy to the author of the letter.
Online filings will be returned to you via an email receipt.
Can you change the Wisconsin LLC members or managers on an amendment?
No. Articles of Amendment cannot be filed to add or remove members, managers or owners of the limited liability company. Member and manager information should be in the company’s operating agreement, not the Articles of Organization. The operating agreement is not filed with the Department of Financial Institutions. Since LLC members are not on record with the DFI, they cannot be identified in Articles of Organization or any amending Articles.
Can you change the Wisconsin registered agent on the amendment?
Yes, you may change your Wisconsin registered agent on the amendment if one is currently listed in the articles. You can also change your registered agent by filing the change of agent form, filing the annual report, or online.
Can you change the principal office address and/or the mailing address on an LLC amendment?
Yes, you can change the street and/or mailing address of your principal office via an amendment or on your annual report.
Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions Business Entity Forms