Washington LLC Operating Agreement Template

A Washington LLC operating agreement is the internal contract that binds all members to the rules that will determine how the entity runs on a day-to-day basis. The agreement defines the relationship between the entity, its members, and its managers and, as an internal document, is not required to be filed with the Secretary of State.

Washington LLC Operating Agreement Template

Last updated October 20th, 2025

A Washington LLC operating agreement is the internal contract that binds all members to the rules that will determine how the entity runs on a day-to-day basis. The agreement defines the relationship between the entity, its members, and its managers and, as an internal document, is not required to be filed with the Secretary of State.

Is an Operating Agreement Required?

No – Washington Code does not require LLCs to create operating agreements, but without an agreement in place, the members may be more exposed to liability and internal conflict.

Types (2)

Single-Member LLC Operating Agreement – An operating agreement for limited liability companies with one member.

 

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Multi-Member LLC Operating Agreement – An operating agreement for multi-member LLCs.

 

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Operating Agreement (Preview)