Hey guys. Curious to those who have sadly ever been intimately involved in the dissolving of a Corps. Particularly Im curious about the whole Non Profit Corporation side of things.
What happens to things like the corps Name and logo? Is that kind of thing always trademarked? Who holds that information and is it available for the public to see?
I know assets are usually liquidated (or at least Ive always assumed so) but who handles said liquidation?
If someone unrelated wants to use the name for a new group can they do so? I know obviously you wouldn't allow someone to bankrupt their group and then just attempt to start fresh but can a stranger apply to gain a trademark?
What happens with the debt that a group had when they folded? Does it just stay and prevent the use of that organization essentially forever?
If the current management of a folded group is not forthcoming with information like remaining debt is it possible for the public to see exactly what the dollar amount is owed? Who would you approach for that information if the current management will not answer questions?
This comes from a place of curiosity in regards to reviving a long dead corps and especially when the people claiming to "operate" the remains do not give out any information.
Thanks friends.