1.__Requirements.__A limited liability partnership name must contain the words "Limited Liability Partnership," the abbreviation "L.L.P." or the designation "LLP" unless the partnership is filing an assumed name under section 805-A or a registration of name under section 806-A.__If the words "Limited Liability Partnership," "Limited Liability Partnership, Chartered," "Limited Liability Partnership, Professional Association," "Limited Liability Partnership, P.A." or any of the designations without commas are used, a limited liability partnership may also use the abbreviation "L.L.P." or the designation "LLP" without filing an assumed name under section 805-A.

2.__Distinguishable name.__Except as authorized by subsections 3 and 4, a limited liability partnership name must be distinguishable on the records of the Secretary of State from:

A.__The name of a corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership or limited partnership that is incorporated, organized or authorized to transact business or carry on activities in this State;

B.__Assumed, fictitious, reserved and registered name filings for all entities; and

C.__Marks registered under Title 10, chapter 301-A unless the registered owner or holder of the mark is the same person or entity as the limited liability partnership seeking to use a name that is not distinguishable on the records of the Secretary of State and files proof of ownership with the Secretary of State.

3.__Refuse to file name.__The Secretary of State, in the Secretary of State's discretion, may refuse to file a name that:

A.__Consists of or comprises language that is obscene;

B.__Inappropriately promotes abusive or unlawful activity;

C.__Falsely suggests an association with public institutions; or

D.__Violates any other provision of the law of this State with respect to names.

4.__Authorization to use name.__A limited liability partnership may apply to the Secretary of State for authorization