• Read the State's guide to starting a business

Naming Your Business

• Learn about naming your New Jersey Business
• Search existing trade names & names of corporations, LLC's, LP's, etc., to determine availability and avoid infringement
• Obtain forms needed to register or reserve your business name
• Register your trade name with the County Clerk
• Reserve a name for your corporation, LLC, LP, LLP. etc. (Register it when you file the documents creating your business structure.)

Business Structures

• Learn about business structures choices in your state
• Use SBA's Business Structure Wizard
• Find forms, fees and instructions on how to register your business
• File the documents creating your business structure

Licenses And Permits

State Licensing

• Learn about required licenses and permits
• Read the New Jersey License and Certification Guide
• Use the state's online wizard for information on specific licenses and certifications
• Learn about professional licenses that may be needed
• Read about environmental permits that may be needed
• Find out if you need a water quality related permit

Local Licensing

• Newark City
• Jersey City
• Paterson City
• Elizabeth City
• Other areas

• Find instructions & forms to register, renew, assign, amend or cancel a State trade or service mark