Why is a Nursing Practice Not Permitted to Use a Foreign LLC or PLLC in California? Choosing the right business structure is a critical decision for registered nurses and nurse practitioners establishing their private practices in California. While foreign limited liability companies (foreign LLCs) foreign professional limited liability companies (foreign PLLCs) [...]

Why is a Nursing Practice Not Permitted to Use a California LLC? Choosing the right business structure is a critical decision for registered nurses and nurse practitioners establishing their private practices in California. While California Limited Liability Companies (California LLCs) are popular for their flexibility and tax benefits, nursing practices in [...]

California LOEN Penalties for California Professional Nursing Corporations Understanding the penalties associated with late and unfiled California Limited Offering Exemption Notices (LOENs) for California Professional Nursing Corporations is essential to avoid unnecessary startup costs and more severe penalties from the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation and its Commissioner (the [...]

Initial Capitalization of California Professional Nursing Corporations When forming a California Professional Nursing Corporation formed by filing with the California Secretary of State, one of the critical steps involves deciding on the initial capitalization. Adequate capitalization is essential to ensure that the California Professional Nursing Corporation operates with sufficient resources while [...]

Adequate Capitalization of California Professional Nursing Corporations California Professional Nursing Corporations are business entities, by filing articles of incorporation with the California Secretary of State compliant with the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporations Act and the California Business and Professions Code, that are structured to allow registered nurses and nurse practitioners to render [...]

What is a 25102(f) Filing for a California Professional Nursing Corporation? Some frequently asked questions the experienced attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law are asked revolve around 25102(f) filings for California Professional Nursing Corporations.A Limited Offering Exemption Notice, often referred to as a 25102(f) filing after California Corporations Code Section 25102(f) [...]

How Long Does It Take to Form a California Professional Nursing Corporation? One of the questions the experienced corporate attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law are often asked is how long takes to form a California Professional Nursing Corporation. The answer is a bit complicated because the timeline for forming a [...]

What are the Business Structure Options for Nursing Group Practices in California? Choosing the right business structure is a crucial decision for nursing group practices in California. The choice of business entity determines how the nursing group practice is taxed, the extent of personal liability protection and personal asset protection available [...]

What are the Business Structure Options for Solo Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners in California? Choosing the right business structure for their own business is a crucial decision for solo registered nurses and nurse practitioners in California. The choice of business entity determines how the nursing practice is taxed, the extent [...]

What Tax Benefits Does a California Professional Nursing Corporation Provide? In California, establishing a California Professional Nursing Corporation taxed as an S Corporation is the most popular business structure for registered nurses and nurse practitioners providing nursing services in California. A separate article titled “What Liability Protection Does a [...]

What Liability Protection Does a California Professional Nursing Corporation Provide? In California, establishing a California Professional Nursing Corporation is the only limited liability option formed with the California Secretary of State that separates professional liability from personal assets for registered nurses or nurse practitioners providing nursing services in California. [...]

When to Use a California Professional Nursing Corporation In California, establishing a California Professional Nursing Corporation is a favored ownership structure option for registered nurses and nurse practitioners providing nursing services in California. We recently published an article titled When Not to Use a California Professional Nursing Corporation outlining [...]

When Not to Use a California Professional Nursing Corporation In California, forming a California Professional Nursing Corporation is a popular choice for registered nurses or nurse practitioners rendering professional services. However, this legal structure is not suitable for every nursing practice. Understanding the limitations and disadvantages of practicing nursing [...]

S-Corp versus Professional Nursing Corporation in California When the experienced attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law speak to registered nurses and nurse practitioners about the best corporate structure in which to operate their nursing practice, one of the most frequently asked business entity questions is about the difference between [...]

Four Reasons Not to Convert Foreign LLC or PLLC to a California Professional Nursing Corporation Converting a Foreign Limited Liability Company or Professional Limited Liability Company (Foreign LLC or Foreign PLLC) to a California Professional Nursing Corporation is an option for registered nurses and nurse practitioners rendering professional services [...]

Four Reasons Not to Convert LLC to Professional Nursing Corporation in California Converting a California Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a California Professional Nursing Corporation is an option for registered nurses and nurse practitioners rendering professional services in California who discover that, pursuant to California Corporations Code Section 17701.04(e), [...]

12 Steps to Convert a Foreign Professional Corporation into a California Professional Nursing Corporation Transitioning from a Foreign Professional Corporation, which is a foreign corporation formed under the laws of a state other than California to render professional services, into a California Professional Nursing Corporation for rendering professional services [...]

Can Nurses Practice Using a Foreign Professional Corporation in California? The question of whether persons duly licensed as registered nurses or nurse practitioners who are licensed persons owning shares and professional employees rendering the same professional services are permitted to lawfully render professional services through a Foreign Professional Corporation, [...]

12 Steps to Convert a Foreign Corporation into a California Professional Nursing Corporation Transitioning from a Foreign Corporation, which is a corporation formed under the laws of a state other than California, into a California Professional Nursing Corporation requires careful planning and adherence to specific legal requirements. This conversion [...]

Can a Nurse Practice Using a Foreign Corporation in California? The question of whether rendering professional services is permitted through a Foreign Corporation, meaning a corporation or S-Corp formed in a state other than California, is a matter of legal interpretation. This article aims to dissect the legal framework [...]

5 Steps to Convert a California General Stock Corporation to a California Professional Nursing Corporation Transitioning from a California General Stock Corporation, such as a California Corporation or California S-Corp, to a Professional Nursing Corporation in California requires careful planning and adherence to specific legal requirements. Converting from a [...]

Four Things to Know About Starting Your Nursing California Professional Corporation If you are a California nurse or nurse practitioner, here are four important things you should know before you open your own practice. 1.         You may incorporate as a California Professional Nursing Corporation. Under California law, you cannot [...]

Can a Nurse Practice Using a General Stock Corporation in California? In California, the structure and organization of businesses that registered nurses and nurse practitioners may use to provide nursing services are subject to specific legal and regulatory considerations. A registered nurse or nurse practitioner must contemplate the most [...]

12 Steps to Convert a PLLC to a California Professional Nursing Corporation Transitioning from a Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) to a California Professional Nursing Corporation requires careful planning and adherence to specific legal requirements. This conversion is one of the options for nurses and nurse practitioners practicing in [...]

10 Steps to Convert LLC to Professional Nursing Corporation in California Transitioning from a California Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a Professional Nursing Corporation in California requires careful planning and adherence to specific legal requirements. This conversion can offer numerous benefits, including potential tax advantages and professional credibility, however [...]

Can I Use a PLLC to Practice Nursing in California? In the world of business formation, the term Nursing PLLC, or Nursing Professional Limited Liability Company, refers to a special legal business entity that is designed for licensed nurses for rendering professional services. However, navigating the specifics of using [...]

The 7 Steps for Forming a California Professional Nursing Corporation Starting a California Professional Nursing Corporation may seem like a daunting task, but with the right knowledge and approach, it can be a straightforward process. Whether you plan to hire an experienced corporate attorney to ensure the business entity [...]

Can a California Professional Nursing Corporation Be an S-Corp? In the world of business and corporate structuring, how a licensed nurse chooses to incorporate can significantly impact their tax obligations, legal liabilities, and operational flexibility. We realize that navigating California laws and regulations for nurses in the California Business [...]

Sole Proprietorship vs Professional Nursing Corporation in California Choosing the right business structure for nurse practitioners and registered nursing in California can feel like a maze of complex legal language and intricate financial terminology. The decision between operating as a Sole Proprietorship vs Professional Nursing Corporation in California affects [...]

Who May Be a Shareholder of a California Professional Nursing Corporation? It is essential to understand who can be a shareholder of a California Professional Nursing Corporation because California Nursing Corporations are subjected to stringent regulations enforced by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, California Board of Registered Nursing. [...]

Can a Nurse Practitioner Practice Nursing Using a California LLC? A common question the attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law are asked is whether or not a nurse practitioner may practice nursing as a California Limited Liability Company (LLC). Whether you are a nurse practitioner, or someone advising nursing [...]

Can a Registered Nurse Practice Nursing Using a California LLC? A common question the attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law are asked is whether or not a registered nurse may practice nursing as a California Limited Liability Company (LLC). Whether you are a registered, or someone advising nursing professionals [...]

California professional nursing corporation is a corporation that provides services which are generally considered part of the nursing profession. California professional corporations, including California professional nursing corporations, must be formed and maintained annually with the California Secretary of State. An experienced San Diego corporate attorney can provide advice and counsel with respect to forming your professional nursing corporation.