Officer at Legal Glossary
What is it? A person elected by a profit or nonprofit corporations board of directors, or by the manager of a limited liability company, to manage the day-to-day operations of the organization. Officers generally hold titles such as President or Treasurer. Many states and most corporate bylaws or LLC operating agreements require a corporation or LLC to have a president, secretary and treasurer. Election of a vice president may be required by state law.Law Definition Added By: Adam
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