New York LLC Operating Agreement

New York LLC operating agreements must be maintained in the company’s records once they have been executed by the company members and owners. This document governs company affairs and preserves each member’s expectations and contribution requirments.

Last updated September 15th, 2026

New York LLC operating agreements must be maintained in the company’s records once they have been executed by the company members and owners. This document governs company affairs and preserves each member’s expectations and contribution requirments.

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Is it Required in New York?

Yes. New York law mandates that an LLC must have an operating agreement in place and that it be kept in company records with all amendments. (NY LLC L § 101 (2023))

By Type (2)

Single-Member LLC Operating Agreement – For a company with one member.

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Multi-Member LLC Operating Agreement – For a company with two or more members.

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State Definition

“Operating agreement” is the contract that LLC members execute to define their company, its rules, and its affairs;

NY LLC L § 102 (2023)

Sample

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