Legal Notice Requirements by State

Select your state for publication duration, approved newspapers, cost estimates, and step-by-step compliance instructions.

Full State Guides

States With Complete Guides

California

California

4 consecutive weekly publications required. 45-day start window. $50–$300 depending on county. Strict non-compliance consequences.

California Guide

New York

New York

6-week dual-newspaper requirement for LLCs. 120-day window. $300–$2,000+ depending on county. Automatic suspension for non-compliance.

New York Guide

Florida

Florida

One publication for DBA. Two weeks for probate. Simplest DBA publication requirement in the country. $40–$150 for DBA.

Florida Guide

Texas

Texas

No publication required for most assumed names. Probate notice requires 2 weeks + courthouse posting. $60–$380 for probate.

Texas Guide

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

Two newspapers required (legal + general). 1-year probate creditor claim period. $80–$300 for DBA depending on county.

Pennsylvania Guide

Quick Reference — All States

Use our requirements calculator for states without a full guide. Full guides coming soon for all states below.