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S-Corp Election Question — changing registered agent

Started by worried_driver_NC · Jan 6, 2026 · 1,779 views · 23 replies
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worried_driver_NC OP

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

changing registered agent. I've been dealing with this for about 5 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already done some research online but did not get a clear answer.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

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RemoteWorker_EU

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

TL
Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

I've handled similar cases. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably the relevant statute, which requires showing actionable.

One important thing — there are strict deadlines for filing these claims. Don't wait too long.

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newbie_seller_2025

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

EA
EstatePlanner_AZ

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

PJ
Paralegal_Jen

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

VA
VCAnalyst_SF

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

SB
SmallBizOwner_NYC

Been there. Here's what I learned.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

TF
TechStartup_Founder

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

CA
CorpCounsel_Amy

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

NR
NurseUnion_Rep

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

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seeking_advice_worker_MA

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

GL
GigWorker_LA

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

SB
SmallBizOwner_NYC

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

CA
ConsumerAdvocate

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

NH
need_help_freelancer_question

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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seeking_advice_homeowner_IL

NAL, but from what I've read, you should document everything. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

EA
EstatePlanner_AZ

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

NL
NursePractitioner_LA

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

TF
TechStartup_Founder

I've dealt with this before.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

RE
RemoteWorker_EU

I've dealt with this before.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

EA
EstatePlanner_AZ

I went through almost the exact same thing.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

DS
DevOps_Seattle

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

CE
confused_employee_advice

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

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