Wisconsin Articles of Incorporation
This template is designed to assist in the preparation of the Articles of Incorporation for a corporation in the State of Wisconsin. It is intended for informational purposes and should be used in conjunction with the relevant Wisconsin statutes. Completion of this template does not guarantee acceptance by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional to ensure compliance with all state-specific requirements.
Each section below should be carefully completed with the appropriate information.
Article I: Name of the Corporation
Enter the exact name of the corporation as you wish it to be registered, including one of the corporative designators (i.e., "Inc.," "Corporation," "Company," or "Limited"): __________________________
Article II: Type of Corporation
Indicate whether the corporation is a Nonstock Corporation or a Stock Corporation by circling the appropriate type:
- Nonstock Corporation
- Stock Corporation
Article III: Purpose
Provide a brief description of the business or purpose for which the corporation is being formed:
__________________________
Article IV: Registered Office and Agent
Provide the street address of the corporation’s initial registered office and the name of the initial registered agent at that office in the state of Wisconsin:
Address: __________________________
City: __________________________
State: Wisconsin
Zip Code: __________________________
Registered Agent Name: __________________________
Article V: Incorporator(s)
List the name and address of each incorporator:
Name: __________________________
Address: __________________________
City: __________________________
State: __________________________
Zip Code: __________________________
Article VI: Number of Shares
(Applicable only if the corporation is a Stock Corporation) State the total number of shares the corporation is authorized to issue:
__________________________
Article VII: Initial Board of Directors
Provide the names and addresses of the individuals who are to serve as the initial directors until the first annual meeting of shareholders, or until their successors are elected and qualify:
- Name: __________________________, Address: __________________________
- Name: __________________________, Address: __________________________
- Name: __________________________, Address: __________________________
Article VIII: Indemnification
The corporation elects to indemnify its directors, officers, employees, and agents to the fullest extent permitted by the Wisconsin Business Corporation Law.
By completing this template and submitting the Articles of Incorporation for filing with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, the incorporators certify that the information provided herein is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge and belief.
Date of Execution
Date: __________________________
Signature of Incorporator(s)
Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: __________________________