What goes in it
- Articles and any amendments.
- Your operating agreement or regulations.
- Ownership certificates and a ledger.
- Minutes, written actions, and resolutions.
Do you need one?
Not legally. What you do need are records you can find. A well-organized digital folder works too, and your portal already holds your filed documents.
Reviewed by Sean Webb, owner of Ohio Registered Statutory Agent LLC. Updated 2026-11-06. General information, not legal advice.