LLC Amendment and Name-Change Packet
HAWAII LLC AMENDMENT AND NAME-CHANGE PACKET
Classification comes first. Hawaii uses separate forms for name-only amendments, other articles amendments, amended-and-restated articles, registered-agent changes, annual reports, and internal operating-agreement changes.
Scope gate. Excludes mergers, conversions, domestications, ownership transfers, regulated/professional eligibility, tax elections, securities work, and disputed authority.
1. ENTITY AND CHANGE INTAKE
| Item | Current | Proposed |
|---|---|---|
| Exact legal name | [________________] | [________________] |
| Hawaii file number | [________________] | N/A |
| Formation date | [__/__/____] | N/A |
| Registered agent | [________________] | [________________] |
| Articles provision | [________________] | [________________] |
2. CLASSIFICATION AND UNANIMOUS-CONSENT GATE
| Change | Route to test | Selected |
|---|---|---|
| Name only | Form LLC-2 | ☐ |
| Other articles amendment | Form LLC-3 | ☐ |
| Amend and consolidate articles | Form LLC-5 | ☐ |
| Registered agent only | Form X-7 or other applicable agent route | ☐ |
| Internal governance only | Operating-agreement amendment | ☐ |
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 428-204 permits articles amendments and requires the current LLC name plus the specific provision and amendment. Section 428-404(c)(3) requires consent of all members for an articles amendment.
☐ DCCA record, articles, amendments, operating agreement, annual report, and member roster reviewed.
☐ Unanimous member consent obtained and documented before filing.
Approval record
The undersigned members unanimously approve the amendment and authorize [Name/Title] to file the correct Hawaii instrument and make conforming updates.
| Member | Interest | Signature | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Name] | [____] | [________________] | [__/__/____] |
| [Name] | [____] | [________________] | [__/__/____] |
3. NAME AND AMENDMENT WORKSHEET
Proposed legal name: [________________________________]
☐ Hawaii availability and required identifier checked on [__/__/____].
☐ Trademark, domain, licensing, trade-name, and foreign-registration conflicts separately reviewed.
| Provision | Existing text | Action | Complete final text |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Number] | [Text] | ☐ Replace ☐ Add ☐ Delete | [Text] |
| [Number] | [Text] | ☐ Replace ☐ Add ☐ Delete | [Text] |
4. FILING REVIEW AND UPDATES
As of 2026-07-27, DCCA lists a $25 fee for both articles amendments and name-only articles amendments. Recheck the current form, fee, and expedited option before filing.
☐ Correct LLC-2, LLC-3, LLC-5, or X-7 route selected; current name and complete text verified.
☐ Accepted filing saved; operating agreement, member records, tax, payroll, banking, licenses, contracts, insurance, domains, vendors, customers, and foreign registrations updated separately.
5. COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
The undersigned confirms that classification, unanimous consent, accepted filing, conforming documents, and third-party updates are complete or assigned.
Authorized person: [________________________________]
Capacity: [________________________________]
Signature: [________________________________] Date: [__/__/____]
SOURCES AND REFERENCES
- Hawaii Legislature, HRS § 428-204
- Hawaii Legislature, HRS § 428-404
- Hawaii DCCA, domestic LLC forms
- Hawaii DCCA, domestic LLC fees
Statute, form, fee, and approval facts above are verified as of 2026-07-27 and must be checked again immediately before filing.
About This Template
Corporate documents govern how a company makes decisions, records them, and handles disputes between owners, directors, and officers. Proper corporate paperwork is what lets a business take advantage of limited liability, pass clean audits, and survive an acquisition or investor review. Skipping formalities like written resolutions and signed consents is one of the fastest ways for a business owner to lose personal asset protection.
Important Notice
This template is provided for informational purposes. It is not legal advice. We recommend having an attorney review any legal document before signing, especially for high-value or complex matters.
Last updated: July 2026
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