U.S. Agent of Record
Standing Only · Official Receipt & Forwarding
Washington, D.C.
When a regulator or platform requests a U.S. Agent of Record, the requirement is about standing and reachability within U.S. jurisdiction.
What a U.S. Agent of Record Is
A U.S. Agent of Record is a designated U.S.-based standing agent required in specific situations to ensure there is a reachable party on record for official communications.
What This Role Does
- Stands as the designated U.S. agent on record
- Receives official communications or notices
- Forwards received materials to the client
- Maintains records of receipt and forwarding
What This Role Does Not Do
- Does not assess compliance
- Does not interpret regulations
- Does not provide legal or strategic advice
- Does not represent the client before authorities
- Does not communicate with regulators or platforms on the client’s behalf
Clear boundaries are intentional. They reduce risk for all parties.
Why This Role Exists
The requirement is often triggered by a specific review, filing, or enforcement condition. The focus is confirming that a valid agent is standing on record at the time of review.
About Timing and Prior Arrangements
Appointing a U.S. Agent of Record does not retroactively change prior actions or historical arrangements. If an event occurred during a period with no agent or an old agent, changing the agent does not erase legal consequences.
Who This Is For / Not For
For
- Non-U.S. companies required to appoint a U.S. agent on record
- Situations where standing and receipt are specifically requested
Not for
- Requests for compliance advice or interpretation
- Representation before any authority
- Strategy or remediation planning
Confirm standing availability
This page explains the procedural role only. It is not legal advice.