How to Find Company Information in District of Columbia

The public may access certain information relating to business entities including corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, general partnerships and limited liability partnerships of record with the District of Columbia Office of the Secretary, Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) through the state’s online portal. https://corponline.dlcp.dc.gov/Home.aspx/Landing You will first need to register for an account on the DCRA website and log in to the platform. Searches are free of charge.

Examples of entity information that is publicly available in the District of Columbia includes:

• Corporate Information: The DCRA maintains a Corporate Registration Information System (CORIS) that provides information on registered corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships, and other types of businesses operating in the District of Columbia. This information includes the entity's name, registered agent, business address, and status.
• Business Licenses: The DCRA also maintains a Business License Verification System (BLVS) that provides information on business licenses issued by the District of Columbia. This information includes the entity's name, address, license type, and expiration date.
• Tax Information: The Office of Tax and Revenue (“OTR”) provides access to tax information for businesses operating in the District of Columbia. This information includes sales and use tax data, franchise tax data, and other tax-related information.
• Professional Licenses: The DCRA provides access to information on professional licenses issued to individuals and businesses operating in the District of Columbia. This information includes the licensee's name, license type, expiration date, and disciplinary history (if applicable).

Copies of documents filed with the District of Columbia Office of the Secretary, including but not limited to, incorporation, formation and registration, bylaws/operating agreements and amendments, periodic and annual reports, dissolution, business licenses, UCC filings, merger and withdrawal documents may be available and obtained through the DCRA online portal for a fee.

Yes, it is possible to obtain information on pending litigation against a company, its shareholders, or legal representatives in the United States, including the District of Columbia.

The District of Columbia has an online docket search system that is found at https://www.dccourts.gov/services/cases-online. The docket system provides access to court records, including case summaries, party information and court documents in a case. Cases can either be searched by case number, party name or attorney name.

You can also visit the Superior Court in the District of Columbia in person to obtain the same information that can be obtained online. The Clerk’s office at the Court maintains records and public access to pending litigation.

Federal Courts, including District of Columbia Federal Court, utilize a unified search system called Pacer (Public Access to Courts Electronic Records) via the website https://pacer.uscourts.gov/ In order to access public records, you will need to create an account.

Arbitration on the other hand is private and it is not possible to obtain information on pending arbitration.

You may want to consult with an attorney who specializes in litigation and is licensed in the District of Columbia for guidance on how to obtain information specific to your needs.