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- What is an LLC?An LLC is a limited liability company. It is one of the most flexible entities and it is not a partnership or corporation. It is created by filing Articles of Organization with the Business Registration Division. Its internal workings are governed by an operating agreement that can include almost any provision allowed by law and […]
- Can I submit my document(s) for filing via email or fax?Yes, we accept filings via email and fax. Legible scanned, photocopied, or faxed documents will be accepted by the Division. Document pages must be standard letter-sized (8.5 x 11 inches) and if signatures are not plainly legible, the name must be typed below each signature. Credit card information must accompany email or fax filings. We […]
- How will I be informed if there is a problem with forms I submit?The Department will transmit a memo to you identifying problems with submitted forms. In some cases, a Department representative may telephone or email the contact person listed to resolve the matter. You can also call or email the office or use our Business Name Search to check on the status of a filing. Email: [email protected] Phone: (808) […]
- What are the trademark and service mark classifications?Trademark goods are classified from Class 1 (Chemicals) to Class 34 (Smokers’ articles). Service Mark services are classified from Class 35 (Advertising and Business) to Class 45 (Personal). For more information, check out the United States Patent and Trademark Office website and our application forms .
- What are specimens for trademarks and service marks?A trademark specimen is an actual example of how you are using the mark in commerce on or in connection with the identified goods. This is not the same as the drawing of the mark. A specimen for a trademark used on goods shows the mark on the actual goods or packaging for the goods. […]
- If registering my trade name does not give me ownership rights, why should I bother with registering the name at all?Registration is not required in order for you to own the trade name and you do not therefore have to register the name. The advantage to registering your trade name is that you provide notice to others that you are claiming the rights to use the name. The second advantage is that the registration process […]
- Are there rules regarding specifying an effective date/time for mergers?Yes. The effective date of a merger must be within thirty days of the filing date. The effective date can be on a weekend or holiday, as long as it follows the filing date. The effective time of the merger must be based on Hawaiian Standard Time (HST), even if the merger involves a corporation […]
- Trademark Registrations OnlineSign up for a free account with Hawaii Business Express to register a new trade name, trademark or service mark. The link address is: https://hbe.ehawaii.gov
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)General Trade Name, Trademark, Service Mark Name Reservations Limited Liability Companies Profit Corporations Corrections Business Entity Information
- What BREG forms can I file online?Please see listing below, or click here for a printable version. ADD Address Change Form ODC Officer/Director/Member/Manager Changes DC-1 Articles of Incorporation (Profit) DC-2 Articles of Amendment to Change Corporate Name DC-13 Articles of Dissolution DNP-1 Articles of Incorporation (Non-profit) DNP-2 Articles of Amendment to Change Corporate Name DNP-7 Articles of Dissolution FC-1 Foreign Corporation […]