What is name Change of LLP
A LLP name can be changed by the Designated Partners or Partners at any time after its incorporation. Some of the major reasons for change of LLP name are change in business, change of Partners , branding etc. your name cause brand confusion, legally forced to change your name or due to conversion of LLP into private/Public or OPC and vice versa.
Is it a good idea to change a LLP name?
It depends on how much your brand is known at this time and how many customers or potential customers know your name. Your current customers will not care if it is changed, they know you, are comfortable with you, and there is not much risk there. You need to think bigger and further in the future. Change of name must consider if that results in to any trade mark conflict.
LLP Name Availability
Decide a LLP name and verify the LLP name availability. If the name is available, then an application for Reservation of Unique Name (RUN) can be filed with MCA with Certified copy related to the consent of Partners to make an application for a fresh name.
How to change name of LLP?
LLP can change its name by filling the following form:
After getting the name approval letter, an applicant is required to file Form 5 to intimate the registrar about the name change of LLP with Certified copy of the consent of the Partners to apply for new name and a copy of the existing and Supplementary LLP agreement.