Early career psychologists have several legal issues to consider while establishing private practices.
Offering tips through a Massachusetts Psychological Association (MPA) forum was Bill Mandell, Esq., founder and co-managing partner of Pierce + Mandrell, a Boston-area firm specializing in health care.
A key area is “winding down existing relationships,” Mandell said, whether those be with employers, staff, clients or patients.
“The sequencing is very important,” he said.
To avoid legal problems, the attorney advised treating the transition like any other interview for a new job.
He said it is fine to engage in negotiations, establish an entity, obtain credentialing, and sign a lease before turning in a resignation.
However, what an indivi...
