WAC 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 .