Defense When Your Career Is At Stake
Having worked exhaustively to establish a successful career, you now stand to lose everything in the face of a board investigation or disciplinary measure. With stakes this high, the importance of competent professional licensure defense cannot be overstated.
At Strause Law Group, PLLC, our team of attorneys takes the defense of your professional license or certification with the utmost seriousness. We have decades of combined experience defending thousands of clients throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the state of South Carolina from complaints, suspensions, audits and renewals. We act promptly to defend your professional license or certification while minimizing the negative effects associated with an investigation.
Experienced Licensure Defense For A Variety Of Occupations
Our attorneys have defended a variety of professionals from adverse actions taken by their respective state licensing board in Kentucky or South Carolina. We are equally knowledgeable in non-medical, business and health care licensure defense. Among other professions, our clients have included:
- Architects
- Chiropractors
- Engineers
- Financial advisors
- Licensed clinical social workers
- Medical professionals with matters before the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
- Nurses in Kentucky
- Nurses in South Carolina
- Physicians
- Psychologists
- Real estate associates/brokers
We provide outstanding service combined with a legacy of successful outcomes. No matter how complex your circumstances or how dire the allegations against you, our lawyers have the skill to protect your professional license or certification and your career.
Administrative Process And Hearings
At Strause Law Group, PLLC, a major focus of our firm is administrative and regulatory compliance. Our lawyers have a thorough understanding of the administrative process, which we use to defend against negative action of a professional license or other disciplinary actions.
In order to fully protect your professional license and future career, our attorneys draw on their knowledge of the administrative process and the administrative appeals process to customize a defense that meets your individual needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Professional Licensure Defense In Kentucky
Our attorneys can defend your professional license. Here are some answers to questions you may have:
What are the most common reasons for professional licensure revocation or suspension?
Kentucky professional licensing boards take license violations very seriously. A professional license violation can lead to a revocation or suspension, depending on the severity of the misconduct. Some common causes of professional licensure revocations or suspensions include:
- Failure to maintain proper records: A licensed professional may fail to make correct documentation of financial, patient or legal records critical to state regulations and client trust.
- Practicing beyond one’s scope: A licensed professional may perform duties that go beyond their education or responsibilities, potentially putting others at risk of injuries and losses.
- Inappropriate relationships: A licensed professional may engage in a relationship with a client that breaches their ethical duties.
- Fraud: A licensed professional may forge documents, engage in billing fraud, falsify credentials or expose private information.
Serious accusations of licensure misconduct can jeopardize a professional’s entire career. It is our goal as Kentucky professional license defense attorneys to protect our clients’ reputations and futures.
What are the potential consequences of a licensure board complaint on my professional reputation?
A licensure board complaint can significantly impact a professional’s reputation, integrity and perceived competence. Even just the initial complaint can have unforeseen effects on a professional’s reputation, leading to issues with client trust and tarnished peer relationships, as well as negatively impacting community perceptions. It is important that licensed professionals understand their legal options and take swift action to minimize their reputational damage.
Can a professional continue to work while their license is under investigation?
Typically, yes. A licensed professional can usually continue working while their license is under investigation as long as they are not considered a risk to the public. However, a licensed professional may be temporarily suspended or restricted from working depending on the nature and scope of the alleged misconduct. Strause Law Group, PLLC, can help evaluate the severity of a license complaint and explore the next steps to take.
Can I appeal a licensure board decision?
Yes. Once a Kentucky licensure board decides to suspend or revoke a professional’s license, the professional has the right to file an appeal. A professional can file an appeal to have a formal hearing for a review of a court’s decision. Our attorneys can represent clients seeking to appeal a license suspension or revocation.
Prepared To Represent You In Litigation
As seasoned litigators, we understand the importance of strategic pretrial negotiation and alternative dispute litigation. Almost always, we can achieve the solutions you need out of court. When necessary, though, our adept team will go to trial to ensure that it has protected your license to the fullest.
When your practice is in danger, we understand that your finances may also face serious strain. We prioritize cost-efficiency without sacrificing the quality of our service.
Receive Our License Defense Counsel Today
We urge you to act as quickly as possible, particularly if there is already an investigation underway. The sooner you retain counsel, the better chance you have of a positive outcome. Contact us at Strause Law Group to discuss how we can serve you. Call our Louisville office at 502-498-8268, call our Lexington office at 859-428-7029, call our Charleston office at 843-936-4846 or send us an email.