Updated November 2025
Ohio Legal Templates
Guided interviews surface Ohio Revised Code deposit rules, rent notice language, Business Gateway filings, BOI reporting, and BMV e-title steps so you finish faster.
Highlights ORC 5321 deposits, 1923 eviction text, and 5321.17 rent increase timing across housing workflows.
Roadmaps Form 610 filings, statutory agent updates, and FinCEN beneficial ownership reports with deadline reminders.
Calls out Ohio remote online notarization steps, journal requirements, and BMV e-title packets reviewed November 2025.
Expanded Ohio templates
Launch housing, business, and personal documents with statute citations, BOI triggers, and bilingual guidance built for Ohio.
Housing & landlord
Handle leasing, rent changes, and notices with Ohio Revised Code prompts built in.
Maps 30-day deposit refunds, 5 percent interest triggers, and move-in checklists per ORC 5321.16.
Generates the three-day 'leave the premises' language from ORC 1923.04 with delivery options and proof logs.
Provides 30-day notices for month-to-month tenants under ORC 5321.17 with certified mail reminders.
Sets shared expenses, guest rules, and damages tracking for co-tenants referencing ORC 5321.
Documents 24-hour entry courtesy, emergency exceptions, and photo logs aligned with ORC 5321.04.
Schedules rent-period or 30-day terminations with forwarding address and deposit recovery prompts.
Business & compliance
Keep Ohio entities aligned with Secretary of State, Department of Commerce, and FinCEN obligations.
Reminds you to file Articles of Organization Form 610, record statutory agent consent, and plan BOI reporting windows.
Allocates profits, losses, and withdrawal procedures while citing ORC 1776 duties.
Frames board meetings, officer roles, and record keeping under ORC 1701.
Collects IRS Form W-9, Ohio withholding registration, and Department of Job and Family Services misclassification factors.
Adds at-will language, overtime policies, and Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation onboarding checklists.
Flags ORC 1333.81 reasonableness tests for duration, geography, and scope.
Defines deliverables, confidentiality, and data safeguards referencing the Ohio Data Protection Act safe harbor.
Documents SLAs, change orders, and indemnity clauses with reminders to renew trade name registrations.
Personal, estate & vehicle
Prepare notarized authorizations, estate plans, and vehicle transfers recognized across Ohio.
Uses the statutory short form with notary wording, witness prompts, and agent acceptance per ORC 1337.
Captures health care decision makers, HIPAA releases, and witness criteria under ORC 1337.12.
Details life-sustaining treatment choices and organ donation guidance under ORC 2133.
Assigns executors, guardians, and independent administration with probate court signature reminders.
References BMV Forms 3774 and 3724, lien releases, and e-title submission checklists.
Captures hull ID, ODNR numbers, and watercraft registration requirements.
Records serial numbers, warranties, and county sales tax disclosures for personal property.
Authorizes caregivers with emergency contacts, insurance details, and ORC 3109.52 references.
Key facts before you file
- Security deposits must be returned within 30 days with itemized deductions and pay 5 percent interest when held over six months under ORC 5321.16; workflows flag each deadline.
- Month-to-month rent increases require at least 30 days' written notice under ORC 5321.17; templates include statutory wording and service tracking.
- Eviction complaints need a three-day notice containing the exact 'you are being asked to leave' statement from ORC 1923.04 before filing in court.
- New LLCs file Articles of Organization Form 610 with the Ohio Secretary of State and submit a FinCEN beneficial ownership report within 90 days of formation in 2024 (30 days beginning 2025).
- Remote online notarization is allowed under ORC 147; powers, deeds, and vehicle transfers outline identity proofing, journal notes, and BMV title packet steps.
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Email a step-by-step list covering deposits, BOI filings, notarization prep, and BMV paperwork before you start.
Email me the Ohio compliance checklistWhat you will need
Before you start
- Full legal names, addresses, and contact info for every signer.
- Property addresses, parcel numbers, and county for filings or notices.
- Prior agreements, invoices, or lease ledgers to confirm balances and clauses.
- Preferred effective dates plus attorney, accountant, or agent contacts.
Housing & landlord
- Security deposit ledger with bank name, account number, and interest earned.
- Rent amount, late fee plan, and 30-day rent increase schedule for month-to-month tenants.
- Service of notice method (certified mail, posting, hand delivery) with timestamped proof.
- Municipal rental license, lead disclosure ID, or local inspection dates if required.
Business & compliance
- Articles of Organization or incorporation file number from the Ohio Secretary of State.
- Employer identification number, Ohio withholding account confirmation, and BWC policy ID.
- Beneficial ownership details (name, DOB, address, ID document) for FinCEN reporting.
- Governance choices on voting, indemnity, dispute resolution, and data retention obligations.
Personal & vehicle
- Government ID numbers for principals, agents, buyers, and witnesses.
- Vehicle VIN, title number, lienholder status, and sales price or payoff amount.
- Notary schedule (in person or remote) plus two witness candidates when required.
- Health care provider details and emergency contacts for directives or child consent.
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Ohio FAQs
Updated November 2025Do the templates cover Ohio security deposit rules?
Yes. Lease workflows track the 30-day refund deadline and 5 percent interest triggers required by ORC 5321.16.
How do month-to-month rent increases work in Ohio?
Templates create a 30-day notice that cites ORC 5321.17, includes effective dates, and logs delivery proofs.
Can I generate the mandatory three-day eviction notice language?
Yes. Eviction notices insert the exact ORC 1923.04 text and offer certified mail, posting, or hand delivery instructions.
What filings follow an Ohio LLC formation?
Guided checklists remind you to file Form 610 via the Business Gateway, record statutory agent consent, and submit the FinCEN BOI report within the federal deadline.
Does 123LegalDoc support Ohio remote notarization?
Yes. Powers, deeds, and transfers explain ORC 147 remote notary rules, technology standards, and journal entries.
Is the Spanish experience equivalent?
Yes. Switching to Spanish keeps the same prompts, statutes, and reminders aligned with the English copy.
How often do you update Ohio content?
Editorial reviews run after General Assembly sessions, FinCEN rule updates, and BMV bulletins that change forms or fees.
Does this replace legal advice?
No. 123LegalDoc is self-help software; consult an Ohio attorney for individualized legal advice.
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