When your license is your life, your corporation better be right.
Attorney-led California professional corporation formation for licensed professionals.
LawInc helps doctors, dentists, therapists, psychologists, CPAs, nurses, chiropractors, optometrists, attorneys, and other California licensed professionals form the right entity before problems start.
Do professional corporation rules apply to you?
If any of these apply, entity choice matters. Speak with LawInc before forming the wrong entity.
1. Are you licensed by a California board?
Doctors, dentists, therapists, psychologists, CPAs, nurses, chiropractors, optometrists, attorneys, and other licensed professionals are subject to special entity rules.
2. Will the entity provide licensed professional services?
If the entity will provide services that require a California license, a standard LLC is generally not the permitted entity. A professional corporation may be required.
3. Will anyone else own equity?
Professional corporation ownership is often restricted by license type. The bylaws, shares, and ownership structure need to match the applicable professional rules.
4. Are you considering S-Corp tax treatment?
S-Corp tax treatment may be available for different entity types, but licensed professionals still need the right legal entity first. Tax election comes after entity choice.
California licensed professionals we help
Different boards. Different naming rules. Different ownership restrictions. One attorney-led formation process.
Medical & Healthcare
Physicians, dentists, chiropractors, optometrists, physician assistants, nurses, pharmacists, podiatrists, veterinarians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and acupuncturists.
Mental Health
Psychologists, marriage and family therapists, licensed clinical social workers, LPCCs, and other California behavioral-health professionals.
Professional Services
CPAs, attorneys, architects, engineers, court reporters, and other California licensed professionals subject to professional-entity rules.
More than filing Articles
A professional corporation is not just a Secretary of State filing. The internal documents, tax election, share restrictions, and professional rules matter.
State filing
Articles of Incorporation prepared and filed with the California Secretary of State.
Profession-specific bylaws
Customized bylaws addressing your license type, share restrictions, and corporate governance.
EIN
IRS Form SS-4 prepared and filed for your federal Employer Identification Number.
S-Corp election
IRS Form 2553 prepared and filed when appropriate, with timing guidance.
25102(f) notice
California Limited Offering Exemption Notice prepared and filed within 15 days of stock issuance.
Records package
Profession-specific stock certificates with the required board legends, organizational resolutions, minutes, and corporate records package.
Why people choose a law firm
Generic filing services prepare and file documents. They are not law firms, and California legal advice is not included.
| Issue | LawInc | Generic filing service |
|---|---|---|
| Status | California law firm | Document preparation service |
| California legal guidance | California attorney-led guidance | Legal advice not included |
| Profession-specific bylaws | Drafted for your license type | Template-based or varies by provider |
| S-Corp timing | Form 2553 timing reviewed when appropriate | May be generic or not included |
| 25102(f) securities notice | Prepared and filed for stock issuance | Often not included in standard packages |
| Direct attorney access during formation | Available | Varies by provider |
Flat-fee formation
Choose the correct entity before you file. If you are a licensed professional, the professional corporation is usually the right starting point.
For California licensed professionals providing licensed professional services.
Start Professional CorporationFor standard California corporations where professional corporation rules do not apply.
Common questions
Why can’t I just form an LLC?
California licensed professionals generally cannot use a standard LLC to provide licensed professional services. The proper entity is usually a California professional corporation. The exact answer depends on your license type and facts.
What is the difference between a professional corporation and an S-Corp?
A professional corporation is the legal entity. An S-Corp election is a federal tax election. A professional corporation can often elect S-Corporation tax treatment when appropriate.
How long does formation take?
California Secretary of State processing times vary. Many standard formations are completed in approximately 2–4 weeks, depending on state processing and client responsiveness. Optional expedited processing may be available for an additional state fee.
What if I already formed an LLC?
LawInc can review the situation and discuss restructuring into the proper entity. The mechanics depend on the LLC’s tax history, license type, ownership structure, and timing.
Should I start formation or request a call first?
If you already know you need a professional corporation, you can start online. If you are unsure about entity choice, ownership, tax election timing, or professional rules, request a formation call first.
Form it right from the beginning.
Start your California professional corporation now, or request a short call first if you want entity guidance before you file.
LawInc
Javdan Law Group, A Professional Corporation
30765 Pacific Coast Hwy #260, Malibu, CA 90265
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