Place of Business

/ˈpleɪs əv ˈbɪznəs/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A physical location where a business conducts its operations or commercial activities.
    The company must register its place of business with the local authorities.
  2. (n.) An address or premises used by a business for communications, transactions, or legal notice.
    Legal documents were served to the defendant’s place of business.

Forms

  • place of business

Commentary

The term typically refers to a site where business activities are physically carried out; it is important to distinguish it from a registered office, which may have only a formal or legal role.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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