Managed Doing Business As (DBA) Services
We handle your DBA project from conception through maintenance. We navigate registration requirements across state lines, check name availability, prepare and file DBA registrations, track renewals, and prepare and file renewals.
- Access to a compliance specialist who consults with you on your project
- Complete document preparation, filing, and follow-up with government agencies through approval
- Full transparency of your project status and renewal tracking via the new DBA List feature in our software
Ohio DBA / Fictitious Name / Trade Name Registrations
Business entities that plan to use a name other than their legal business name may need to register an assumed name. Assumed name registration can take place at the state, local, or state and local levels of government. State specific registration information is available below.
Ohio Fictitious Name Registrations
Ohio Fictitious Name Registration
Initial Registration
Fictitious Name
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $39 |
| Turnaround: | 3-7 business days, expedited services available. |
| Does registration prevent others from using the name I choose?: | A fictitious name provides no protection because other registered names are not required to be distinguishable from a fictitious name. |
Registration Renewal
Fictitious Name
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Due: | The registration of a trade name or a report of a fictitious name is effective for five years. The registration must be renewed at some point within the six months before the registration expires. |
Ohio Trade Name Registration
Initial Registration
Trade Name
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $39 |
| Is registration mandatory?: | Filing a trade name registration is optional. |
| Law: | OH Code § 1329.01 |
| County Level Filing: | Filing is not required at the county level. |
| Does registration prevent others from using the name I choose?: | All trade names are required to be distinguishable from previously registered trademarks, service marks and other business names. |
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Registration Renewal
Trade Name
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Due: | Due by the date of registration every 5 years. |
