Solon, ME · Somerset County
Sole Proprietor or Partnership Trade Name Certificate
This certificate records a sole proprietor’s or partnership’s use of a business name other than their own, and is filed with the municipal clerk where the business is located.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this form to state the owner or partners’ names and addresses, the business name, and the type of business being conducted under that name. The form requires the owner or partners to swear that the information is true, and the Solon Clerk’s Office records the filing; the form lists a one-time $10 fee.
Who needs it
Sole proprietors and partnerships doing business under a name other than their own must complete this certificate and file it with the clerk where the business is located.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains a sworn statement and state jurat; the sole proprietor or partners named on the certificate must swear to its truth before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Certificate
Get the Sole Proprietor or Partnership Certificate for adopting a business name.
- 2
Complete the Form
Enter the owner or partners’ information, business name, and type of business.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the certificate’s oath.
- 4
Sign on Video
Swear to the certificate’s truth and complete the notarization during your online session.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Contact or visit the Solon Clerk’s Office to submit the certificate and confirm filing requirements.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Solon. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I file this trade name certificate in Solon?
- Complete and swear to the certificate, then contact or visit the Solon Clerk’s Office. The form says owners must visit during regular business hours with valid ID; it lists a $10 filing fee.
- Do I need a notary for this certificate?
- Yes. The certificate states that the owner or partners made an oath that its contents are true, and it includes a notary jurat.
- Can I sign this certificate with a commissioned online notary?
- Maine authorizes remote notarization by a commissioned online notary under 4 M.R.S. §1915, effective July 1, 2023. Confirm the town’s filing and in-person requirements before notarizing.
- Where should I file the completed form?
- The form directs filing with the municipal clerk where the business is located. For questions about the correct office or any recording requirements, confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.