Massachusetts § 52 - Resident agent

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 52 — Resident agent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 52. Resident agent

Section 52. A foreign limited partnership doing business in the commonwealth shall appoint a resident agent as its true and lawful attorney upon whom all lawful process in any action or proceeding against the foreign limited partnership in the commonwealth may be served. Sections 15.07, 15.08 and 15.09 of chapter 156D relative to the appointment and qualifications of a resident agent shall be applicable to the appointment of a resident agent pursuant to this section.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 52

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 52 cover?

Section 52 ("Resident agent") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Massachusetts § 52?

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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

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