Business Attorneys for Dermatologists

Dermatology's mix of medical and aesthetic work creates legal questions other specialties rarely face, from who can own a med spa to how injectors are supervised and how a PE employment agreement limits where you can practice next. Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service. We connect dermatologists with independent healthcare business attorneys we select to partner with.

Legal issues dermatologists commonly raise

• Med spa ownership and corporate practice of medicine. Many states limit non-physician ownership of medical services. Med spas often use a management services organization (MSO) structure that needs careful drafting.
• Supervision and delegation. Rules on who can inject, perform laser treatments, or run a clinic without a physician on-site vary by state.
• Employment and PE agreements. Non-competes, compensation formulas, productivity targets, and termination terms deserve a close review, especially after a sale.
• Partnership and buy-in agreements. Valuation formulas, vesting, and buy-sell provisions decide what happens when partners join or leave.
• Marketing and advertising. Before-and-after photos, patient testimonials, and promotions need to follow privacy and advertising rules.

Questions to ask before you hire

• How many dermatology or aesthetic clients do you represent?
• Are you licensed in my state, and do you know its med spa and supervision rules?
• Do you bill hourly or a flat fee for contract reviews and entity setup?
• Will you coordinate with my CPA on entity and tax structure?

When to bring in an attorney

Ideally before you sign anything, whether that's an offer letter, an MSO agreement, an office lease, or a letter of intent. An attorney can explain what's standard and what's negotiable in your state. Only a licensed attorney can give legal advice about your situation.

What to expect from an introduction

1. Tell us what's going on.
2. We suggest an independent attorney we partner with whose practice fits the issue and your state.
3. You speak with them directly and decide whether to engage. They'll explain their fees up front.

The attorneys we introduce aren't employed by Physician Planning Partners and are solely responsible for their advice.

Frequently asked questions

Is Physician Planning Partners a law firm?

No. We introduce dermatologists to independent, licensed attorneys and don't give legal advice.

Can an attorney help me open a med spa?

Yes. Entity setup, MSO agreements, and supervision rules are common reasons dermatologists ask for an introduction.

Should I have my PE employment agreement reviewed?

Many physicians do, because the non-compete and compensation terms can last for years. An attorney can explain them.

Is the introduction free?

Yes. You pay the attorney directly if you hire them. We may receive compensation from partner businesses.

Physician Planning Partners is an introduction service, not a law firm, and this page is general information, not legal advice. See our disclaimer.