Fictitious Name Publishing and Fictitious Name Registering are NOT the Same

The State registers.  Newspapers publish.    Fictitious Business Names (DBAs) must be registered with the Florida Secretary of State. But before you can register, you have to publish. When you sign the registration application you must file with the state, you will certify that you have already published the name of your DBA in a newspaper such as ours.  It is a second degree misdemeanor (s. 775.082 or s. 775.083) to certify but not publish, so don’t say you did if you didn’t.  The state charges $50 to register your DBA.  We charge $35 to publish it.  Click here to see the statute.

Why Choose Us to Publish Your Fictitious Name Notice?

The State has already decided that you must, so the only choice you have is “WHERE?”

  • Our process is fully automated.  You fill out a brief form, pay for your ad– all online, and you’re done.  Everything else is on us.
  • Our process is simple.   After you pay, you’ll get an email acknowledging receipt of your payment and your DBA information, and explaining when your Notice will be published (we publish on Fridays).  You get a chance at this stage to correct any information.  On the publication date, our Affidavit of Publication certifying that you have complied with the Fictitious Name Statute will hit your email inbox on or before 8:00 AM.  The email will request a received receipt.  If you don’t acknowledge you received the email, our system will automatically send it out again.
  • So, if you don’t get an Affidavit, check to make sure your payment has been made. 

These are the reasons to choose The Advocate.   Plus, we’ve been doing this since 1993.  We’re experienced, knowledgeable, and committed to giving you the best possible customer experience.  Check our website for the many pleased customers who have entrusted their legal advertising to us.  Relax, and welcome aboard!  You’re in good hands.

Fill out the form to start the process!

 

Notice of Intent to Register Fictitious Name – Intake Form