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Florida LLC Name Rules

When choosing a name for your Florida LLC, there are specific rules set by the Florida Division of Corporations that must be followed. First, your name must end with “Limited Liability Company” or an abbreviation like “LLC” or “L.L.C.” This is not optional—it is a legal requirement under Florida Statutes § 605.0112(1).

Second, the name must be distinguishable from any other business entity on file with the Florida Department of State. This means you cannot use a name that is too similar to another active business name, even if only a small difference exists (like “&” vs. “and”).

You also cannot include words that imply the LLC is something it is not. For example, words like “bank,” “university,” or “insurance” may require special approval or licensing. Using these without authorization may result in a rejected filing.

Finally, the name cannot suggest a connection with government agencies, such as “FBI,” “Treasury,” or “Department of State.” Doing so can result in immediate disqualification of your Articles of Organization.

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