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# In Re: Amendments to Rules Regulating the Florida Bar - Rule 4-8.6 **Source:** [CourtListener Florida Supreme Court](https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/10760842/in-re-amendments-to-rules-regulating-the-florida-bar-rule-4-86/) **Author:** Supreme Court of Florida **Published:** 2025-12-18 **Jurisdiction:** Florida ## Summary - The Florida Supreme Court issued a per curiam order approving the Florida Bar’s proposed amendments to Rule 4‑8.6, which governs “Authorized Business Entities” used by lawyers. The changes modify the regulatory framework for attorney‑owned business structures, influencing compliance, disclosure, and ethical obligations for law firms and related entities. - The amendments clarify which business entities may be used by attorneys, tightening definitions and licensing requirements. - New disclosure and reporting obligations are imposed on lawyers who operate or are affiliated with authorized business entities. - The rule update aligns the Florida Bar’s governance with recent ABA Model Rules and state‑level trends in lawyer‑business entity regulation. - Compliance deadlines and transitional provisions are set, requiring firms to adjust organizational structures by the effective date. - Enforcement mechanisms are strengthened, giving the Bar greater authority to sanction violations related to improper business entity use. ## Content

Supreme Court of Florida ____________ No. SC2025-1173 ____________ IN RE: AMENDMENTS TO RULES REGULATING THE FLORIDA BAR – RULE 4-8.6. December 18, 2025 PER CURIAM. The Florida Bar has filed a petition proposing amendments to Rule Regulating The Florida Bar 4-8.6 (Authorized Business Entities). 1 The proposed amendments were approved by the Board of

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