PLLC Publication Requirements in New York: Complete 2026 Guide

The Short Answer

Yes — PLLCs must publish. If you formed a Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) in New York, you must publish notice in two newspapers within 120 days, just like a regular LLC.

The publication requirement for PLLCs comes from Section 1203(c)(2) of the NY LLC Law, which incorporates the standard publication requirement of Section 206 by reference.

The process is identical to regular LLC publication — same newspapers, same timeline, same county clerk designation, same Certificate of Publication filing. The only differences are the notice wording and the DOS form number.

Bottom line: If you're a lawyer, doctor, accountant, architect, engineer, or any other licensed professional who formed a PLLC in New York, publication is required and works exactly like standard LLC publication.

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What Is a PLLC?

A Professional Limited Liability Company (PLLC) is a special type of LLC required for licensed professionals who provide services that require a state license under Title Eight of the New York Education Law.

In New York, if your profession requires a state license to practice, you cannot form a standard LLC — you must form a PLLC instead.

Professions That Require a PLLC in New York

New York Education Law Title Eight covers dozens of licensed professions. The most common ones that form PLLCs include:

• Attorneys (lawyers, law firms)
• Physicians (doctors, medical practices)
• Dentists (dental practices)
• Certified Public Accountants (CPA firms)
• Architects (architecture firms)
• Professional Engineers (engineering firms)
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers
• Psychologists
• Physical Therapists
• Veterinarians
• Registered Nurses (nurse practitioners)
• Pharmacists

The full list includes all professions licensed under Title Eight of the NY Education Law. If you're unsure whether your profession requires a PLLC, check with the New York State Education Department.

How a PLLC Differs from a Regular LLC

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The Legal Basis: Section 1203

The publication requirement for PLLCs is established by Section 1203(c)(2) of the NY LLC Law.

Here's how it works:

• Section 1203(c)(2) states that the provisions of Section 206 (the standard LLC publication requirement) apply to professional service limited liability companies
• This means PLLCs must follow the exact same publication process as regular LLCs
• The 120-day deadline, two-newspaper requirement, six consecutive weeks of publication, and Certificate of Publication filing all apply

In plain terms: The legislature didn't write a separate publication law for PLLCs. They simply said "Section 206 applies to PLLCs too."

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What's Different About PLLC Publication

While the process is identical, there are three specific differences between PLLC and regular LLC publication:

1. Notice Wording

The publication notice must use "professional service limited liability company" instead of "limited liability company."

Regular LLC notice says:

"Notice of Formation of [Name] LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on [date]..."

PLLC notice says:

"Notice of Formation of [Name] PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on [date]... The company is a professional service limited liability company..."

The additional wording is minimal and does not significantly increase newspaper costs.

2. DOS Form Number

When filing the Certificate of Publication after completing the 6-week publication:

Using the wrong form will delay your filing. The NY Department of State will return your paperwork and require you to refile on the correct form.

3. Formation Approval Process

This doesn't affect publication directly, but is worth noting: PLLC formation requires approval from the NY State Education Department before the Department of State will accept your Articles of Organization. This adds 4-8 weeks to the formation timeline. Your 120-day publication clock starts when the Articles of Organization are filed with DOS, not when Education Department approval is received.

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Publication Requirements: All Four Entity Types Compared

New York's publication requirement applies to four entity types. The core process is the same, but the governing statute, notice type, and DOS form differ:

Key takeaway: The only differences are the notice wording, the DOS form number, and (for foreign entities) the additional content about the home state. The process, timeline, newspapers, and costs are the same.

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Step-by-Step: How PLLC Publication Works

The process for PLLC publication is the same as standard LLC publication. Here's the summary:

Step 1: Form Your PLLC

Before publication, you must form your PLLC by:

1. Obtaining approval from the NY State Education Department (4-8 weeks)
2. Filing Articles of Organization with the NY Department of State ($200 filing fee)

Once DOS accepts your Articles of Organization, the 120-day publication clock begins.

Step 2: Determine Your County

Your publication county is based on the county specified in your Articles of Organization (the county where your PLLC's office is located).

Common counties for professional practices:

• Manhattan → New York County (most expensive)
• Brooklyn → Kings County
• Long Island → Nassau County
• Albany → Albany County (most affordable)

Step 3: Get County Clerk Newspaper Designations

Contact the county clerk for your county to get the list of designated newspapers. You'll need one daily and one weekly newspaper.

Step 4: Publish in Two Newspapers

Place your publication notice in both designated newspapers. The notice must run once per week for six consecutive weeks.

Your notice must include:

• Your PLLC's name
• That it is a "professional service limited liability company"
• Date Articles of Organization were filed
• County of the PLLC's office
• That the Secretary of State is designated as agent for service of process
• The PLLC's general purpose (practice of [your profession])

See our ad content requirements guide for full details.

Step 5: Collect Affidavits

After the 6-week publication period, each newspaper provides an affidavit of publication — a sworn statement that your notice ran as required.

Step 6: File the Certificate of Publication

File the Certificate of Publication (form DOS-1709 for domestic PLLCs) with the NY Department of State, along with:

• Both affidavits of publication
• $50 filing fee

Mail to: Division of Corporations One Commerce Plaza 99 Washington Avenue Albany, NY 12231

See our filing guide for complete instructions.

Step 7: Confirmation

Once processed, you'll receive a stamped copy of the Certificate. Keep this with your PLLC records. Your PLLC is now in full compliance.

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Costs: What to Expect

PLLC publication costs the same as regular LLC publication — same fixed price for the same county.

The cost depends entirely on your county. See our county-by-county cost breakdown.

With LLC Publishers: All-inclusive pricing starting from $395.00 (Westchester). Your county determines the price. We handle everything — newspapers, affidavits, and Certificate of Publication filing.

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Foreign PLLCs (Section 1306)

If your PLLC was formed in another state and you're registering to practice in New York, your publication requirement falls under Section 1306 of the NY LLC Law — the foreign equivalent of Section 1203.

How Foreign PLLC Publication Differs

Additional Requirements for Foreign PLLCs

Foreign PLLCs must also:

1. File an Application for Authority with DOS ($250 filing fee)
2. Obtain approval from the NY State Education Department to practice in New York
3. Ensure all members/managers hold valid NY professional licenses for the applicable profession

For more on foreign LLC publication generally, see our foreign LLC publication guide.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Using "LLC" Instead of "PLLC" in the Notice

Your publication notice must use "professional service limited liability company" (or "PLLC"). Using the standard "LLC" wording may result in your Certificate of Publication being rejected by DOS.

2. Filing on the Wrong DOS Form

Domestic PLLCs use DOS-1709, not DOS-1708 (which is for regular LLCs). Foreign PLLCs use DOS-1710. Filing on the wrong form will delay your compliance.

3. Confusing the PLLC Formation Timeline with the Publication Timeline

PLLC formation requires Education Department approval (4-8 weeks) before you can file Articles of Organization. But the 120-day publication clock doesn't start until DOS accepts your Articles — not when you submit to the Education Department. Plan accordingly.

4. Assuming PLLC Publication Costs More

PLLC publication costs the same as regular LLC publication. The notice is only slightly longer (adding "professional service"), which has negligible impact on newspaper pricing. Same fixed price for the same county.

Exception: Foreign PLLCs cost $300 more due to the longer Notice of Qualification, but this applies to all foreign entities — it's not specific to PLLCs.

5. Forgetting the 120-Day Deadline

The 120-day deadline applies to PLLCs just as it does to regular LLCs. If you miss it, your PLLC's authority to do business in New York will be suspended.

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How LLC Publishers Handles PLLC Publication

We handle PLLC publication the same way we handle regular LLC publication — because the process is the same.

What we do:

• Verify your entity type from NY State records (we auto-detect PLLC status)
• Generate the correct publication notice with "professional service limited liability company" wording
• Research county clerk newspaper designations for your county
• Place ads in both required newspapers
• Manage the 6-week publication schedule
• Collect affidavits from newspapers
• File the Certificate of Publication on form DOS-1709 (or DOS-1710 for foreign PLLCs) with the NY Department of State

What you provide: Copy of your Articles of Organization (or Application for Authority for foreign PLLCs) and payment.

We deliver: Completed Certificate of Publication, affidavits, and compliance confirmation.

Pricing: Same fixed price as standard LLC publication. Starting from $395.00 (Westchester). View all county pricing →

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FAQ: PLLC Publication in New York

Do all PLLCs need to publish in New York?

Yes. All PLLCs formed in New York must publish under Section 1203(c)(2), which incorporates the standard Section 206 publication requirement. There are no exemptions for any profession.

Does PLLC publication cost more than regular LLC publication?

No. The notice wording is only slightly different ("professional service limited liability company" instead of "limited liability company"), which has negligible impact on newspaper pricing. PLLC publication costs the same as standard LLC publication.

I'm a lawyer forming a PLLC — do I need to publish?

Yes. Attorneys forming a PLLC in New York must comply with the same publication requirement as any other LLC. The notice must specify that your PLLC provides legal services.

What happens if I don't publish my PLLC?

The same consequence as a regular LLC: your PLLC's authority to conduct business in New York will be suspended after the 120-day deadline. You can cure the suspension by completing publication at any time — there's no additional penalty.

Can I form a regular LLC instead of a PLLC to avoid the PLLC requirements?

No. New York law requires licensed professionals to form a PLLC, not a regular LLC. The Department of State will reject Articles of Organization for a regular LLC if the stated purpose involves a licensed profession. This doesn't affect the publication requirement — both entity types must publish.

My PLLC was formed in another state. Does it need to publish in New York?

Yes. Foreign PLLCs must publish under Section 1306. The process is the same as foreign LLC publication, with the additional requirement of using "professional service limited liability company" wording and the DOS-1710 form. See our foreign LLC publication guide for the full process.

What's the difference between DOS-1708, DOS-1709, and DOS-1710?

• DOS-1708: Certificate of Publication for domestic LLCs
• DOS-1709: Certificate of Publication for domestic PLLCs
• DOS-1710: Certificate of Publication for foreign PLLCs

Using the correct form is important — DOS will reject filings on the wrong form.

Can a multi-discipline practice form a single PLLC?

Generally, no. New York law typically requires that all members of a PLLC be licensed in the same profession. A law firm cannot include a CPA as a member, for example. Each profession generally requires its own separate PLLC. Consult with a business attorney for your specific situation.

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Key Takeaways

• PLLCs must publish in New York under Section 1203(c)(2), which incorporates the standard Section 206 publication requirement
• The process is identical to regular LLC publication: two newspapers (daily + weekly), six consecutive weeks, 120-day deadline
• The only differences are the notice wording ("professional service limited liability company") and the DOS form (DOS-1709 for domestic PLLCs, DOS-1710 for foreign PLLCs)
• PLLC publication costs the same as regular LLC publication — same fixed price
• Foreign PLLCs publish under Section 1306 and cost $300 more (same as all foreign entities)
• All licensed professions under NY Education Law Title Eight must form PLLCs — attorneys, physicians, CPAs, architects, engineers, and more
• LLC Publishers handles PLLC publication with the same all-inclusive pricing as standard LLC publication. View pricing →

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