How to Start a Private Practice in New York | PLLCs, Insurance, & Legal Requirements

Thinking about starting a private practice in New York? In this Private Practice Spotlight hosted by NASW New York, attorney Dan Pepatone walks through the legal, business, and compliance considerations mental health professionals should understand before launching their own practice. Drawing on nearly two decades of legal experience and years of supporting therapists, social workers, counselors, and other licensed professionals, Dan covers the key decisions and requirements involved in building a private practice from the ground up. Topics include: • PLLCs, LLCs, sole proprietorships, and business structures • S-Corp tax considerations • Required client documents and informed consent forms • HIPAA, privacy, and telehealth compliance • Good Faith Estimates and the No Surprises Act • Independent contractors vs. employees • Malpractice insurance and liability protection • Practicing across state lines • Professional wills and continuity planning • Legal maintenance and compliance considerations for private practices Whether you're preparing to leave an agency, recently licensed, or exploring the next step in your career, this webinar provides a practical overview of the legal foundations of private practice. Speaker: Dan Pepatone, Esq. Attorney serving mental health professionals, private practice owners, and licensed professionals throughout New York State. Hosted by: NASW New York Chapter Learn more about NASW New York: https://naswnys.org #PrivatePractice #TherapistBusiness #MentalHealthPractice #SocialWork #LCSW #LMHC #TherapistLife #PrivatePracticeOwner #MentalHealthProfessionals #NASW #PrivatePracticeStartup #Telehealth #HIPAA #PLLC #TherapyBusiness