Ohio Operating Agreement Template
This Operating Agreement is made effective as of [Date], by and among the following Members:
- [Member Name 1], Address: [Address]
- [Member Name 2], Address: [Address]
- [Member Name 3], Address: [Address]
This Agreement is established in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio, specifically under Ohio Revised Code § 1705, which governs Limited Liability Companies (LLCs).
Article I: Formation
1. The Members hereby agree to form a Limited Liability Company (the "Company") under the name [Company Name], pursuant to the laws of the State of Ohio.
Article II: Purpose
The purpose of the Company is to [describe the primary purpose of the LLC, e.g., engage in [business type] and any other lawful activities permitted under Ohio law].
Article III: Membership Interests
3.1 Members and Ownership:
- [Member Name 1]: [Percentage %]
- [Member Name 2]: [Percentage %]
- [Member Name 3]: [Percentage %]
3.2 Capital Contributions: Each Member shall contribute the following initial capital:
- [Member Name 1]: $[Amount]
- [Member Name 2]: $[Amount]
- [Member Name 3]: $[Amount]
Article IV: Management
4.1 Management Structure: The Company shall be managed by its Members. Decisions will be made by a majority vote of the Membership.
Article V: Distributions
Distributions of the Company’s profits shall occur annually and shall be made to Members according to their percentage interests as outlined in Section 3.1.
Article VI: Indemnification
The Company shall indemnify each Member and Manager to the fullest extent permitted by Ohio law. This includes protecting them against any expenses or liabilities incurred in their official capacities.
Article VII: Amendment
This Operating Agreement may be amended only by a written agreement signed by all Members.
Article VIII: Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Ohio.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Members have executed this Operating Agreement on the date first above written.
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[Member Name 1]
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[Member Name 2]
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[Member Name 3]