Yes. Certificates of formation can be filed online through SOSDirect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Yes. The legal formation of an entity – not an entity's treatment for federal income tax purposes – determines filing responsibility for Texas franchise tax.Choosing a Name An incorporator (also known as an "organizer") may name their Texas corporation almost anything so long as it is distinguishable. An individual will not be held liable for a corporation's contractual obligations unless the owner fraudulently uses the corporation to gain a personal benefit. In Texas, professional corporations are comprised of groups such as architects, attorneys, certified public accountants, dentists, and veterinarians. The Defendant's complete name and address, of each person or business the Plaintiff's claim is against. To start a corporation in Texas, you'll need to do three things: appoint a registered agent, choose a name for your business, and file Certificate of Formation.