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When Not to Use a California Professional Dental Corporation

When Not to Use a California Professional Dental Corporation In California, forming a California Professional Dental Corporation is a popular choice for licensed dentists rendering professional services. However, this legal structure is not suitable for every dental practice. Understanding the limitations and disadvantages of practicing dentistry in a California [...]

By |2024-10-10T21:28:57-07:00October 15th, 2024|

S-Corp versus Professional Dental Corporation in California

S-Corp versus Professional Dental Corporation in California When the experienced attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law speak to licensed dentists about the best corporate structure in which to operate their dental practice, one of the most frequently asked business entity questions is about the difference between a California S-Corp [...]

By |2024-09-23T21:21:51-07:00September 26th, 2024|

Four Reasons Not to Convert Foreign LLC or PLLC to a California Professional Dental Corporation

Four Reasons Not to Convert Foreign LLC or PLLC to a California Professional Dental Corporation Converting a Foreign Limited Liability Company or Professional Limited Liability Company (Foreign LLC or Foreign PLLC) to a California Professional Dental Corporation is an option for licensed dentists rendering professional services in California who [...]

By |2024-09-03T22:47:09-07:00September 6th, 2024|

Four Reasons Not to Convert LLC to Professional Dental Corporation in California

Four Reasons Not to Convert LLC to Professional Dental Corporation in California Converting a California Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a California Professional Dental Corporation is an option for licensed dentists rendering professional services in California who discover that, pursuant to California Corporations Code Section 17701.04(e), they are prohibited [...]

By |2024-08-26T18:33:43-07:00August 20th, 2024|

12 Steps to Convert a Foreign Professional Corporation into a California Professional Dental Corporation

12 Steps to Convert a Foreign Professional Corporation into a California Professional Dental 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 Dental Corporation for rendering professional services [...]

By |2024-07-27T17:00:54-07:00August 1st, 2024|

Can Dentists Practice Using a Foreign Professional Corporation in California?

Can Dentists Practice Using a Foreign Professional Corporation in California? The question of whether rendering professional services is permitted through a Foreign Professional Corporation, meaning formed in a state other than California, is a matter of legal interpretation. This article aims to dissect the legal framework governing the use [...]

By |2024-06-25T22:01:15-07:00July 16th, 2024|

12 Steps to Convert a Foreign Corporation into a California Professional Dental Corporation

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

By |2024-06-21T21:05:49-07:00June 25th, 2024|

Can a Dentist Practice Using a Foreign Corporation in California?

Can a Dentist 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 [...]

By |2024-06-10T20:14:41-07:00June 7th, 2024|

5 Steps to Convert a California General Stock Corporation to a California Professional Dental Corporation

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

By |2024-05-29T14:02:14-07:00May 20th, 2024|

Four Things to Know About Starting Your Dental California Professional Corporation

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

By |2024-05-06T10:38:04-07:00May 2nd, 2024|

Can a Dentist Practice Using a General Stock Corporation in California?

Can a Dentist Practice Using a General Stock Corporation in California? In California, the structure and organization of businesses that dentists may use to provide dental services are subject to specific legal and regulatory considerations. A Dentist must contemplate the most suitable corporate form for tax liability by minimizing [...]

By |2024-04-04T18:44:39-07:00April 16th, 2024|

12 Steps to Convert a PLLC to a California Professional Dental Corporation

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

By |2024-03-26T21:27:06-07:00March 28th, 2024|

10 Steps to Convert LLC to Professional Dental Corporation in California

10 Steps to Convert LLC to Professional Dental Corporation in California Transitioning from a California Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a Professional Dental 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 [...]

By |2024-03-21T20:25:44-07:00March 12th, 2024|

Can I Use a PLLC to Practice Dentistry in California?

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

By |2024-02-23T21:18:14-08:00February 22nd, 2024|

The 7 Steps for Forming a California Professional Dental Corporation

The 7 Steps for Forming a California Professional Dental Corporation Starting a California Professional Dental 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 work is [...]

By |2024-02-14T13:26:45-08:00February 6th, 2024|

Can a California Professional Dental Corporation Be an S-Corp?

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

By |2024-01-17T20:19:51-08:00January 10th, 2024|

Sole Proprietorship vs Professional Dental Corporation in California

Sole Proprietorship vs Professional Dental Corporation in California Choosing the right business structure for practicing dentistry 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 Dental Corporation in California affects many aspects of [...]

By |2023-12-04T21:28:05-08:00December 12th, 2023|

Who May Be a Shareholder of a California Professional Dental Corporation?

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

By |2023-11-13T21:36:58-08:00November 21st, 2023|

Can a Dentist Practice Dentistry Using a California LLC?

Can a Dentist Practice Dentistry Using a California LLC? A common question the attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law are asked is whether or not a dentist may practice dentistry as a California Limited Liability Company (LLC). Whether you are a dentist, or someone advising dental professionals and other [...]

By |2023-11-13T21:37:50-08:00November 21st, 2023|

California Medical Corporations: Advantages Over Partnerships

California Medical Corporations: Advantages Over Partnerships If you are a licensed medical professional here in San Diego, or if you are another type of licensed professional like an attorney, you can form a corporation specifically designated for professionals under the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act of 1968 (the "Act"). See [...]

By |2023-11-25T19:50:31-08:00January 16th, 2019|
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