ABOUT YOUR KANSAS REGISTERED AGENT
Let’s talk a little bit about finding a registered agent in Kansas.
Why are there statutory agents in the first place?
Back in the good old days, you just herded sheep and paid tribute to the lord of the land. Eventually, economies evolved, new business forms like corporations and limited liability companies emerged. These various business structures were created to provide tax advantages and protect business owners from liabilities. Companies are furnished standing that is disconnected from the person or persons who put them together. Sadly, it didn’t take very much time for owners to figure out that they could dodge legal actions by personally steering clear of servers of process. So, to get rid of that loophole, most jurisdictions require business entities to select a “registered agent.”
Sum it up for me, who can perform the duties of a registered agent?
Your Kansas resident agent should be a company or individual who is a lawful citizen of Kansas. A registered agent ought to be on hand to receive legal documents during standard business hours. Registered agents in Kansas must furnish a lawful, business address within Kansas.
How can having a resident agent assist my company?
First and foremost, having a registered agent keeps your business in compliance with Kansas state law. Also, we accept delivery of and scan any service of process, legal notice, letter, or annual report received into your customer account locally right here in Kansas. You receive instant notification of any notices scanned into your Kansas registered agent customer account.
As an added service, we also monitor your State annual report due date and send you reminders with how-to links to submit your paperwork in a timely manner with the Secretary of State.
Why should I have a registered agent?
In Kansas, every company is required to appoint a registered agent. In addition, Kansas needs an official physical address on file where the agent can be reached during standard business hours. Forming a new company in Kansas can be a complicated process. It’s critical that you finish a hodgepodge of legal forms and documents. At [site name], we can assist your company by taking care of your statutory agent services.