Registering a DBA in Maryland

Any company that wishes to do business in Maryland under a name other than its registered company name must register a so-called "trade name" (an equivalent of DBA or "doing business as"). In Maryland applications to register a trade name are filed with the Charter Division of Maryland's Department of Assessments and Taxation.

Before applying for a trade name a company must make sure that the name is available by searching Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation records. This process is similar to the first step in formation of a new company.

We can help you research the trade name of your choice, and prepare and file all the necessary trade name registration paperwork with the Charter Division - all you need to do is complete our simple application below.