Welcome to another episode of the Empower LEP Collaborative Podcast, where your hosts, Jana and Bethany, create a space dedicated to educating, inspiring, and collaborating with both aspiring and practicing licensed educational psychologists.

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Justin Alt, a tax attorney with a unique connection to the LEP world through his wife, a practicing LEP. Justin brings his extensive tax expertise to the table, helping us understand the complexities of establishing a business entity in California for licensed educational psychologists. 

Justin shares his personal experience of unraveling the complex statutory scheme in California, providing clarity on why LEPs cannot operate as LLCs and what alternatives exist. You’ll learn the critical differences and legal limitations surrounding business entities for LEPs in California directly from a tax planning expert. 

Justin offers straightforward advice on how to transition to a compliant business structure without panic. Discover how choosing the right business entity affects your taxes, ongoing filing requirements, and why working with a qualified CPA is crucial for you and your practice's success.

This is a must-listen if you are just starting your journey as an LEP or looking to refine your private practice. Justin makes the complex more manageable - explaining the process, providing actionable solutions, and answering the confusing questions many LEPs have but often find it hard to get clear answers on.

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