Does Florida allow professional LLCs for doctors and lawyers?

Yes. Florida permits Professional Limited Liability Companies (PLLCs) for doctors and lawyers under Fla. Stat. ch. 621. Both physicians and attorneys are explicitly listed as eligible professions. A PLLC provides liability protection while allowing licensed professionals to operate as a business entity.

Eligible Professions

Doctors and lawyers qualify under Florida's PLLC statute. The law specifically authorizes PLLCs for:

Attorneys
Physicians
Dentists
Chiropractors
Podiatrists
Architects
Engineers
CPAs
Veterinarians
Life insurance agents
Other licensed professions authorized by Florida law

Formation Requirements

All members and managers must hold active, unrestricted licenses in the profession the PLLC practices. You cannot mix professions within a single PLLC. File Articles of Organization with the Florida Department of State, designating the entity as a professional limited liability company. Obtain any required professional licenses from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation before formation.

Liability Protection

A PLLC provides charging order protection under Fla. Stat. § 605.0503, limiting creditors' remedies against business assets. However, members remain personally liable for their own professional negligence or misconduct. Professional liability insurance is strongly recommended regardless of entity structure.

Key Restrictions

Florida does not permit series LLCs or anonymous ownership structures. Annual reports must list at least one member, manager, or authorized representative. Professional licensing boards may impose additional requirements beyond state LLC law.

Next Steps

Verify your license status at myfloridalicense.com
Confirm all members are licensed in the same profession
File Articles of Organization with the Florida Department of State
Obtain an EIN from the IRS
Register for sales tax and local business tax receipts if applicable

Consult a Florida business attorney to ensure compliance with your profession's conduct rules and regulatory requirements.

This is general information, not legal advice.