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Incorporating in New Jersey

For complete and current information concerning New Jersey corporations you should go to the Official Web Site for the state of New Jersey. The following is not an attempt to present all you need to know when forming a corporation in New Jersey but rather to call your attention to just some of the basic information and requirements you may want to know as you submit information to form your corporation.

The information herein is cited from the Official Web Site for the state of New Jersey and the New Jersey Legislature web site. While we make every effort to ensure its accuracy, MaxFilings cannot and does not guarantee that all of the information is accurate or complete and/or current and should therefore be independently verified.

What New Jersey has to say about incorporating in New Jersey:

Here is what the Official Web Site for the state of New Jersey says in answer to “Why New Jersey”:

“New Jersey is where the world comes to do business.  The state is a major business center – more than 20 percent of the world’s Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in or near the state. What brings so many companies, both large and small, to our state?  Four strategic advantages have historically driven New Jersey’s economic growth:

Our Talented People

Our Strategic Location

Our Quality of Life

Our Innovative Businesses 

Together, these forces have created a strong, resilient economy that has created a high quality of life for our citizens and businesses.  New Jersey is one of the wealthiest states, ranking third in the nation in per capita income.

Many share our wealth; New Jersey citizens enjoy a high rate of employment and one of the lowest poverty rates in the nation.  In 2005, 36,000 private sector jobs were added in the state.”

New Jersey corporation name:

A New Jersey corporation’s name shall contain the word "corporation”, "company”, "incorporated”, or an abbreviation thereof, or shall include the abbreviation “Ltd”. The name must be distinguishable from any other business entities’ names registered or reserved, in accordance with New Jersey law. The name cannot contain anything that states or implies the corporation is organized for a purpose other than that permitted by New Jersey law and its certificate of incorporation. 

New Jersey corporation board of directors:

A New Jersey corporation’s board of directors shall consist of one or more members who must be at least 18 years of age. Directors do not have to be U. S. citizens, residents of New Jersey, or shareholders unless required by the corporation’s certificate of incorporation or bylaws. The certificate of incorporation or bylaws may establish other qualifications for directors.

New Jersey corporation officers:

A New Jersey corporation has the officers set forth in its bylaws or appointed by the board of directors in accordance with its bylaws. There should be a president, secretary, treasurer, chairman of the board if desired, one or more vice presidents, and any other officers as provided in the corporation’s bylaws. A duly appointed officer may appoint other officers or assistant officers as may be authorized by the corporation’s board of directors or bylaws.

The same person may simultaneously hold more than one office.

New Jersey corporation shareholders’ and directors’ meetings:

Annual shareholders’ meetings shall be held at such time as may be provided in the bylaws, or as may be fixed by the board of directors in accordance with the bylaws, or in the absence of such a provision, at noon on the first Tuesday in April. Special shareholders’ meetings may be called by the president or the board of directors or by such other officers, directors or shareholders as may be provided in the by-laws.  Notwithstanding any such provision, upon the application of the holder(s) of at least 10% of the shares entitled to vote at a meeting, the Superior Court, in an action in which the court may proceed in a summary manner, for good cause shown, may order a special meeting of the shareholders. Shareholders meetings may be held within or without New Jersey as may be provided in the bylaws or fixed by the board of directors pursuant to authority granted by the bylaws. In the absence of any such provision, shareholders’ meetings shall be held at the corporation’s registered office.

Regular and special board of directors’ meetings shall be held as prescribed in the bylaws and, unless otherwise provided by the certificate of incorporation or the bylaws, meetings may be held within or without New Jersey.

New Jersey taxes:

See the State of New Jersey Division of Taxation.

New Jersey Registered Agent:

New Jersey corporations are required to have a registered agent in New Jersey. By having MaxFilings provide you with a professional registered agent, you can be assured that all legal documents, tax documents, annual reports, and correspondence with the state and regulatory agencies will be handled promptly, professionally, and efficiently.

Start forming your corporation now:

If you’re ready to form a New Jersey corporation with MaxFilings, you can start entering your information now. You’re under no obligation, and there is no charge until you actually place your order.

Incorporate in New Jersey