If the secretary of state finds that the application for the certificate of authority conforms to law, that the nature of the business is lawful for a limited liability company in this state, and that all requisite fees have been paid, he shall do the following:
(1) Endorse on the application the word "Filed" and the date of the filing.
(2) File in his office an application.
(3) Issue a certificate of authority to transact business in this state to which he shall affix the other application, which shall be returned to the limited liability company or its representative.