How to Get a Copy of an Assumed Name Certificate in Texas

Texas county clerk's offices fulfill assumed name certificate copy requests.

In Texas, all businesses operating with an assumed name must file their assumed name applications with the county clerk's office in the county in which the business is located. Additionally, corporations, LLCs, LLPs and limited partnerships must file an assumed name certificate with the Secretary of State. Requesting a copy of your assumed name certificate requires that you get in touch with the county clerk's office with which you originally filed the certificate.

Instructions

1. Locate the mailing address of the county clerk's office with which you originally filed your assumed name certificate.

2. Locate your original assumed name certificate if you have it on hand. You will want to find the document number listed on the certificate for faster service.

3. Type a letter to the county clerk. Specify that you are requesting a copy of an assumed name certificate. You will also want to specify whether you want a regular copy or a certified copy. Include the name of the business' proprietor, the assumed name and the document number. If you do not have all three pieces of information, include as much information as you have on hand.

4. Make out a check or money order to the county clerk. The amount of payment for your request will vary depending on which county from which you are requesting information. In addition, certified copies of assumed name certificates will cost more than non-certified copies.

5. Submit the letter with payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope to the county clerk.

References

• Business.gov: DBA Registration
• Williamson County: Records Division, Forms and FAQs