Compliance & Filings

Business compliance is the ongoing paperwork that keeps your LLC or corporation in good legal standing after it's formed — filing your biennial statement with the New York Department of State every two years, keeping your registered agent and business address current, renewing any required licenses or permits, and generally making sure the state (and anyone who checks) can confirm your business is legitimate and active. It's easy to forget because nothing about it feels urgent — until a bank, landlord, or lawsuit forces the question and you find out you're behind.

Here’s how this typically works in New York:

1. We confirm your business's filing schedule with the New York Department of State.
2. File your biennial statement every two years by your assigned month, for a small state fee.
3. Renew any industry-specific New York City or state licenses and permits before they expire.
4. Keep your registered agent and business address current with the state, so you never miss a legal notice.

• When your biennial statement is due (the deadline is tied to the month your business was originally formed, so it's easy to miss)
• Before you sign a lease, loan agreement, or major contract that requires a certificate of good standing
• After you've moved your business address and haven't updated it with the state
• If you're not sure whether your business is currently compliant and want a straightforward check-up
• Before a legal dispute — an outdated address on file with the Secretary of State can mean you never receive notice you're being sued, which can lead to a default judgment against you