In the District of Columbia our registered agent also meets the requirement of a resident agent which is another term for the function of this agency. Our DC lawyer provides registered agent services by fulfilling his function and duties in a registered office as required by law in the District of Columbia. Called a resident agent or statutory agent as well in the states, the agent provides quality service at a reasonable price: $99 per year.

If you are paying more for your current agent, perhaps even two to three times as much, you owe it to yourself to ask whether or not you are receiving two to three times the quality of service at a greater cost. Know that you can comply with DC laws requiring a registered agent and a registered office without overpaying or sacrificing quality and dependability.

was founded by an experienced corporate lawyer and statutory agent. Now, his enterprise has matured into a network of practicing lawyers throughout the United States.

provides dependable agent services whether registered, statutory or resident. We also provide other corporate and legal services, such as trademarks and service marks. We can also assist should you ever need to set up and extra-provincial corporation in Canada. Contact us or order DC registered agent online.

By legislative mandate the District of Colombia requires companies to have a registered agent and a registered office so that there will be a physical person residing in DC to receive important papers. District of Columbia courts thus maintain jurisdiction over the corporation, limited liability company or partnership. In the event of legal action against you, you will want privacy and confidentiality that a designated employee or lay citizen, however discreet, cannot provide. We are sure you would not want an indiscreet, late-night knock at the door by a process server.

You have to comply with this law. You might as well get the best agency relationship you can, considering both cost and quality of service. Lawyers know business, business law and common issues in litigation involving businesses and a lawyer or lawyer-managed agent brings that expertise to the table. This doesn't mean free legal service, but it does mean that you won't have a last-minute rush through the yellow pages if you need help. With the registered agents and registered office provided by you meet the requirements of the law, but you also provide your company with a resource of expertise and experience. Most likely you will never be sued, but in our sue-happy culture, you might as well be prepared --- especially if being prepared doesn't cost you more.

Our DC resident agent and registered office also provides:

A separate address for your corporation or limited liability company.

Promoters and sales people often use an agent's address for initial contact. With our service, you can avoid exposing yourself, an employee or friend to undesired solicitation. We forward only what you must and desire to receive.

Timeliness in receiving important documents is crucial. We know this. Our procedures and high-speed scanning service are designed to eliminate the financial costs of delay, hesitation, procrastination or uncertainty on the part of persons unfamiliar with litigation and reporting requirements.

If your limited liability company or corporation fails to maintain a registered agent and a registered office in the District of Columbia, or to comply with other District laws, your good standing as a business entity can be jeopardized. Penalty fees and reinstatement fees can be costly, let alone your lost time dealing with them. If you want us to, we are in a position to help you stay on the right side of the law, which might otherwise be difficult even if you give the matter your best attention and commitment.

In the final analysis, considering that you must have a registered agent in DC, our service affords quality and dependability and remains a bargain at $99 per year.

Here's how our process works. Click order DC resident agent online and submit your sensitive information. It will travel securely and directly to our accounting department. Then we will contact you for any additional information required and to answer in person any questions you may have. We process your order as soon as possible and send you a receipt. We also provide you with information on your DC registered agent and DC registered office.

If you wish to establish a registered agent in any of the fifty states, we can assist you through the network of participating lawyers and lawyer-owned companies.

From our experience we can help you as well regarding the hoops required by other state agencies, boards and commissions.