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Company Registries
| Resource | Coverage |
|---|---|
| OpenCorporates | 140+ jurisdictions; API for bulk workflows |
| UK Companies House | UK entities, officers, PSC where filed |
| US Secretary of State | State-by-state business search portals |
Typical workflow
- Identify legal name and state/country of formation.
- Pull registration number, status, registered agent.
- List officers/managers; repeat search for each related entity name.
- Cross-check addresses against property or media sources cautiously.
Pitfalls
- Name collisions — two unrelated companies with similar names.
- Stale data — annual reports overdue.
- Nominee officers — legal but opaque; flag as transparency issue, not proof of crime.