What Is a DBA?
A DBA, or "Doing Business As", allows your corporation (Inc.) or LLC to operate under a different name than the one officially registered with the state.
For example:
Legal Name: ABC Freight Inc.
DBA: Coast-to-Coast Hauling
If you’re using any name that isn’t the legal name on your business registration, you’re likely required to file a DBA in your state.
What We Need to File Your DBA
- Your legal entity name (Corporation or LLC)
- Desired DBA name
- State and county where your business is registered
- Your business address
- A valid ID for the signer
Common Scenarios
- Operating a brokerage arm under your existing corporation
- Launching a new brand or service without creating a new entity
- Need a bank account under a different business name
We make your DBA filing simple, accurate, and compliant.
Why Trucking Companies Use DBAs
- Run multiple services under one corporation or LLC (dispatch, brokerage, logistics, factoring)
- Rebrand without changing the entity name
- Use a name that’s more marketable or location-specific
- Meet requirements for bank accounts or broker agreements
- Separate different arms of your business (like trucking vs. warehousing)
Our DBA Filing Service Includes:
- Name availability search in your state
- Filing with the correct state or county authority
- Handling publishing/legal notice requirements (if applicable)
- Providing certified proof of filing
- Optional: Help opening a bank account with your DBA
Built for the Trucking Industry
We understand your business structure — whether you run a C-Corp, S-Corp, or LLC — and how a DBA impacts licensing, insurance, dispatch agreements, and factoring compliance.