California Professional Corporation
Doctors, lawyers, CPAs, therapists, and licensed professionals—your board has specific requirements. We handle them all. One attorney. One price. Complete compliance.
Start Your Prof CorpLicensed Professions We Serve
California requires these professionals to form Professional Corporations
We Handle Your Board Requirements
Each licensing board has specific rules. We know them all.
What Makes Professional Corporations Different
- Board-Specific Name Requirements: Your corporation name must include the right professional designation (Medical Corp, Law Corporation, etc.) and be approved by your licensing board.
- Licensed Shareholder Rules: All shareholders providing professional services must hold active California licenses in the same profession (with limited exceptions for multi-disciplinary practices).
- Special Articles of Incorporation: Must include specific professional purpose language required by your board and California Corporations Code.
- Board Registration: Some boards require separate registration or certification of your Professional Corporation. We coordinate this for you.
Understanding Your Liability Protection
Professional Corporations provide specific protections—and have important limits
You ARE Protected From
- General business debts and contracts
- Employee acts outside of professional services
- Malpractice of other professionals in the practice
- Lease and vendor obligations
You Are NOT Protected From
- Your own professional malpractice
- Professional acts you supervise
- Personal guarantees you sign
- Unpaid payroll taxes
The Professional Corporation Advantage
Why attorneys matter for Professional Corporation compliance
| Service | Document Services | ATTORNEY-LED LAWINC |
|---|---|---|
| Actual Law Firm | ||
| Attorney Consultation Included | ||
| Customized Documents | ||
| S-Corp Election Filed w/ IRS | Sometimes | |
| Securities Filing (25102(f)) | ||
| Stock Certificates Prepared | Sometimes | |
| Continued Attorney Access | ||
| Total Cost | $500–1,500+ | $2,495 Complete |
Everything Included in Your $2,495
Complete Professional Corporation formation with board compliance
Board Compliance
We ensure your Professional Corporation meets all licensing board requirements.
- Board-specific language
- Name approval coordination
- Professional purpose clause
Complete Filings
All state and federal filings handled by your attorney.
- Articles of Incorporation
- Federal Tax ID (EIN)
- S-Corp Election
- Statement of Information
Securities Compliance
Critical filing that non-attorneys cannot handle.
- 25102(f) exemption
- Stock agreements
Corporate Records
Complete governance package tailored for professionals.
- Professional bylaws
- Stock certificates
- Meeting minutes
First Year Agent
We serve as your registered agent ($499 value).
- Legal document receipt
- Compliance reminders
Lifetime Support
Your attorney’s direct line forever.
- Direct attorney access
- Ongoing guidance
Trusted by California Professionals
Licensed professionals rely on our expertise
“I sought the services of LawInc.com for a professional ‘S’ corp. Not only did they do an amazing job with the complexities of my corporation but did so in a fast, friendly and very professional manner.”
“The quality of service has been excellent. They have helped me create two LLC accounts in a very professional and timely manner. I highly recommend their services.”
“As a doctor, I wanted to form a corporation but it looked expensive. Law Inc could do the job perfectly at 1/3 the price. My take home pay is greater, with NO extra work.”
Professional Corporation FAQs
Answers for licensed professionals
California requires licensed professionals to form Professional Corporations for services in their licensed field. This includes doctors, lawyers, CPAs, dentists, therapists, architects, engineers, and other state-licensed professionals. Each profession has specific requirements set by their licensing board.
Yes, you can be the sole shareholder, director, and officer of your Professional Corporation. However, all shareholders providing professional services must be licensed in the same profession (with some exceptions for multi-disciplinary practices).
No. You remain personally liable for your own professional malpractice. However, a Professional Corporation can protect you from general business debts and from malpractice claims against other professionals in your practice.
Beyond standard corporation filings, Professional Corporations often need board-specific registrations, special name approval, and must file a certificate from the licensing board. Requirements vary by profession. We handle all required filings.
Generally, only licensed professionals in the same field can own shares. Some boards allow limited ownership by certain other professionals or estates. We ensure your ownership structure complies with your board’s rules.
Complete Professional Corporation
Board compliance included. No surprises.
LAWINC Professional Corporation Formation
- Board compliance review
- All state & federal filings
- Securities compliance
- S-Corp election
- Complete corporate records
- First year registered agent
- Lifetime attorney support
This information is for general purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Formation of an attorney‑client relationship requires a signed engagement agreement. Professional liability insurance recommended. Note: We do not handle separate registrations with professional licensing boards. Local city/county business license registrations are not included.
Your Practice Deserves Professional Formation
Licensed professionals trust attorneys who understand both corporate law and professional board requirements. Start with confidence.