Initial Capitalization of California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporations When forming a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation via 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 Speech-Language Pathology Corporation operates with sufficient resources while [...]

Adequate Capitalization of California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporations California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporations, formed by filing articles of incorporation compliant with the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporations Act with the California Secretary of State together with the required filing fees, are business entities structured to allow speech therapists to render professional services in [...]

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

What are the Business Structure Options for Solo Speech-Language Pathologists in California? Choosing the right business structure is a crucial decision for solo speech therapists in California. The choice of business entity determines how the speech therapy practice is taxed, the extent of personal liability protection and personal asset protection available [...]

What Tax Benefits Does a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation Provide? In California, establishing a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation taxed as an S Corporation is the most popular business structure for licensed speech-language pathologists providing speech-language pathology services in California. A separate article titled “What Liability Protection Does [...]

What Liability Protection Does a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation Provide? In California, establishing a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation is the only limited liability option that separates professional liability from personal assets for licensed speech therapists providing speech therapy services in California. In a separate article titled “What [...]

When to Use a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation In California, establishing a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation is a favored option for licensed speech therapists providing speech therapy services in California. We recently published an article titled When Not to Use a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation outlining [...]

When Not to Use a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation In California, forming a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation for a private practice speech clinic or speech-language pathology practice is a popular choice for licensed speech therapists rendering professional services. However, this legal structure is not suitable for every [...]

S-Corp versus Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation in California When the experienced attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law speak to licensed speech therapists about the best corporate structure in which to operate their speech therapy 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 Speech-Language Pathology Corporation Converting a Foreign Limited Liability Company or Professional Limited Liability Company (Foreign LLC or Foreign PLLC) to a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation is an option for licensed speech therapists rendering professional services [...]

Four Reasons Not to Convert LLC to Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation in California Converting a California Limited Liability Company (LLC) to a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation is an option for licensed speech therapists 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 Speech-Language Pathology 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 Speech-Language Pathology Corporation for rendering [...]

Can Speech Therapists 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 [...]

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

Can a Speech Therapist 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 [...]

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

Four Things to Know About Starting Your Speech-Language Pathology California Professional Corporation If you are a California speech therapist, here are four important things you should know before you open your own practice. 1.         You may incorporate as a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation. Under California law, you cannot [...]

Can a Speech Therapist Practice Using a General Stock Corporation in California? In California, the structure and organization of businesses that speech therapists may use to provide speech-language pathology services are subject to specific legal and regulatory considerations. A speech therapist must contemplate the most suitable corporate form for [...]

12 Steps to Convert a PLLC to a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation Transitioning from a Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) to a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation requires careful planning and adherence to specific legal requirements. This conversion is one of the options for speech therapists practicing speech [...]

Can I Use a PLLC to Practice Speech-Language Pathology in California? In the world of business formation, the term Speech-Language Pathology PLLC, or Speech-Language Pathology Professional Limited Liability Company, refers to a special legal business entity that is designed for licensed speech-language pathologists for rendering professional services. However, navigating [...]

The 7 Steps for Forming a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology Corporation Starting a California Professional Speech-Language Pathology 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 [...]

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

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

Can a Speech Therapist Practice Speech-Language Pathology Using a California LLC? A common question the attorneys at San Diego Corporate Law are asked is whether or not a speech therapist may practice speech-language pathology as a California Limited Liability Company (LLC). Whether you are a speech therapist, or someone [...]

Like all types of corporate entities, a speech/language pathology corporation is formed by filing articles of incorporation with the California Secretary of State. A speech language pathologist treats, measures, tests, screens, evaluates, and provides counseling related to the development and disorders of speech, voice, language, or swallowing