New York § 9015 - 9015Corporate name; exceptions
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 9015 — 9015Corporate name; exceptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9015. 9015Corporate name; exceptions
§ 9015. Corporate name; exceptions. 1. Any reference to a corporation in this section shall include both corporations and foreign corporations. 2. The provisions of section nine thousand fourteen: (a) Shall not require any corporation existing or recognized under this chapter on the effective date of this article, to add to, modify or otherwise change its corporate name. (b) Shall not prevent a corporation with which another corporation is merged or which is formed by the reorganization or consolidation of one or more other corporations or upon a sale, lease, exchange or other disposition of all or substantially all of the assets of another corporation, including its name, from having the same name as any of such corporations if at the time such other corporation was licensed or existing under this chapter.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 9015
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 9015 cover?
Section 9015 ("9015Corporate name; exceptions") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. 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 New York § 9015?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 9015" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New York law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New York official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New York attorney.
How does New York § 9015 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New York can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in New York.