Section 480-70-121 - Certificates, name change(1) A company must file a name change application to: (a) Change its corporate name;(b) Change its trade name;(c) Add a trade name to a certificate; or(d) Change the surname of an individual owner or partner to reflect a change resulting from marriage or other legal action.(2) When filing a name change application, the applicant must include: (a) The application fee required by WAC 480-70-086;(b) Copies of any corporate minutes authorizing the name change; and(c) Proof that the new name is properly registered with the department of licensing, office of the secretary of state, or other agencies, as may be required.(3) If a name change results from a change in ownership, including addition or deletion of a partner, the company must file an application to transfer the certificate pursuant to the provisions of WAC 480-70-116.Wash. Admin. Code § 480-70-121
Statutory Authority: RCW 81.04.160, 81.77.030 and 80.01.040. 01-08-012 (Docket No. TG-990161, General Order No. R-479), § 480-70-121, filed 3/23/01, effective 4/23/01.