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Business Formation Guide
specialUpdated 2026-03-30

Does Delaware Allow Professional LLCs (PLLC)?

Yes, Delaware allows professional LLCs under 6 Del. C. § 18-201. You form a PLLC by filing a Certificate of Formation with the Delaware Division of Corporations. The filing fee is $110.00 with standard processing in 2–3 business days. However, Delaware does not specify which professions qualify—you must verify eligibility with your professional licensing board before filing.

Formation Requirements

File a Certificate of Formation listing:

  • LLC name (must include "Limited Liability Company," "LLC," or "L.L.C.")
  • Delaware registered office street address
  • Registered agent name

The $110.00 filing fee covers standard processing. Expedited options are available: 24-hour (+$50), same-day (+$100), 2-hour (+$500), or 1-hour (+$1,000). File online or by mail with the Delaware Division of Corporations.

Any person may serve as organizer. Delaware permits single-member PLLCs and foreign owners.

Professional Licensing Considerations

Delaware's LLC statute does not enumerate eligible professions for PLLC formation. Professional licensing requirements are governed separately by each profession's regulatory board (bar associations, medical boards, accounting boards, etc.). Before organizing your PLLC, confirm that:

  • Your profession qualifies for LLC formation in Delaware
  • Your licensing board permits or requires PLLC structure
  • Any restrictions exist on member/manager composition (many professions require all owners to be licensed)

Key Advantages

Delaware PLLCs benefit from strong charging order protection under 6 Del. C. § 18-703. Creditors cannot force member buyouts or dissolution—their remedy is limited to a charging order on distributions. Delaware also allows anonymous LLCs, keeping member names private in public filings.

Important Limitation

Members remain personally liable for their own professional negligence. PLLC formation does not shield practitioners from malpractice liability.

Next Steps

  1. Contact your Delaware professional licensing board to confirm PLLC eligibility
  2. Review any profession-specific requirements or restrictions
  3. Prepare your Certificate of Formation
  4. File with the Delaware Division of Corporations ($110 fee)
  5. Obtain an EIN from the IRS
  6. Comply with Delaware annual report requirements

This is general information, not legal advice. Consult a Delaware business attorney or your professional licensing board for guidance specific to your profession.