Speech Language Pathology Corporation
3 Steps to Starting Your Speech Language Pathology Corporation
Form Your Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation the Right Way
If you’re a speech-language pathologist (SLP) in California, you are legally required to form a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation (SLP-PC) to operate your speech therapy practice.
California law, under the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act (Corporations Code §§13400–13410), prohibits speech-language pathologists from forming LLCs or general corporations to provide professional speech or language therapy services.
If your Professional Corporation is filed incorrectly, it may be rejected by the Secretary of State, leaving you open to lawsuits, fines, and possible disciplinary actions from the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.
At All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services, we’ve already helped thousands of licensed professionals, including speech-language pathologists, form their Professional Corporations accurately and in full compliance with California law.
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Table of Contents
Form Your Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation the Right Way
What Is a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation?
3 Steps to Start a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation in California
Benefits of a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation
Who Regulates Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporations
Name Requirements for a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation
Can a Speech-Language Pathologist Form an LLC in California?
Start Your Speech-Language Pathology Corporation the Right Way
What Is a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation?
A Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation (SLP-PC) is a legally recognized business entity formed by licensed speech-language pathologists to deliver professional speech and language therapy services in California.
It must be registered with the California Secretary of State and approved by the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.
The corporation must also hold a Certificate of Registration before providing any professional services.
This business structure allows you to operate legally while gaining limited liability protection, tax benefits, and professional credibility.
Why Elect S-Corporation Tax Status
By default, a Professional Corporation is taxed as a C-Corporation, resulting in double taxation — the corporation pays taxes on income, and shareholders pay taxes again on dividends.
By filing IRS Form 2553 to elect S-Corporation status, you can:
✅ Avoid double taxation
✅ Reduce self-employment taxes
✅ Pass income directly to shareholders’ personal tax returns
✅ Increase your after-tax income
3 Steps to Start a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation in California
Step 1: File Articles of Incorporation
File your Articles of Incorporation of a Professional Corporation with the California Secretary of State, stating that your corporation is organized under the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act and is authorized to provide speech-language pathology services.
Step 2: Complete Regulatory and Tax Requirements
After incorporation, you must:
Apply for your EIN from the IRS
Appoint Directors
Draft your corporate bylaws
File your Statement of Information with the Secretary of State
File Form 2553 to elect S-Corporation tax status
Pay annual taxes to the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB)
Register with the Employment Development Department (EDD) if you pay salaries
Apply for local business licenses or permits
Step 3: Let All-in-Juan Handle It for You
At All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services, we take care of every step — from incorporation to board registration — ensuring your SLP corporation is fully compliant with California law and the Moscone-Knox Act.
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Benefits of a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation
Forming your Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation provides numerous advantages:
✅ Personal Liability Protection – Shield your personal assets from business liabilities.
✅ Tax Efficiency – Save on taxes with an S-Corporation structure.
✅ Professional Compliance – Meet state board and Moscone-Knox Act requirements.
✅ Business Credibility – Enhance your professional reputation.
✅ Growth Potential – Build corporate credit and structure your practice for expansion.
Who Regulates Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporations
In California, all professional corporations are governed by the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act and regulated by the corresponding licensing board.
For speech-language pathologists, that’s the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board, which oversees licensing, registration, and compliance for all SLP corporations.
Who Can Be a Shareholder in an SLP Professional Corporation
Ownership rules are strictly defined under California law:
All directors, officers, and shareholders must be licensed speech-language pathologists.
Licensed audiologists may also hold shares or serve as officers, directors, or employees — provided their ownership does not exceed 49% of the total stock.
Any shares issued to individuals who are not licensed SLPs or audiologists are void.
Disqualified shareholders must transfer their shares within 90 days of losing eligibility or licensure.
Name Requirements for a Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation
Your corporation’s name must clearly reflect the services you provide and include one or more of the following terms:
“Speech Pathologist,” “Speech Pathology,” “Speech Therapy,” “Speech Correction,” “Speech Therapist,” “Speech Clinic,” “Language Pathologist,” “Language Therapy,” “Voice Pathologist,” “Voice Therapy,” “Phoniatrist,” or any similar title related to your profession.
It must also include a corporate suffix, such as:
“Professional Corporation”
“A Professional Corporation”
“Prof. Corp.”
“P.C.”
“Inc.”
“Corporation”
“A California Professional Corporation”
Examples:
✅ Clarity Speech Therapy, A Professional Corporation
✅ Dr. Jane Perez, Speech Pathologist, Inc.
❌ “LLC” or “Limited Liability Company” are not permitted for speech-language pathology practices in California.
Using a Fictitious Business Name (DBA)
A Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation may operate under a fictitious business name (DBA) as long as it complies with filing requirements:
File a Fictitious Business Name Statement within 40 days of starting operations.
File in each county where services are provided.
The name must not be misleading, deceptive, or similar to another registered business.
Example:
🗣️ BrightVoice Therapy Center (filed under Clarity Speech Therapy, A Professional Corporation)
Can a Speech-Language Pathologist Form an LLC in California?
No.
Under the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act and California Corporations Code, speech-language pathologists cannot form LLCs to provide professional services.
To practice legally, you must form a Professional Corporation and register it with the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
Start Your Speech-Language Pathology Corporation the Right Way
At All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services, we make it simple to form your Speech-Language Pathology Professional Corporation — taking care of all legal filings, board registration, and compliance steps.
We’ve helped thousands of licensed professionals across California start their corporations properly under the Moscone-Knox Act, and we’re ready to help you next.
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All-in-Juan Business Consultancy Services — Helping California Speech-Language Pathologists Form Their Professional Corporations the Right Way.
