What we Will do For You
When your practicing license is on the line, knowing what action to take and what to avoid can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Therefore, when a licensing agency representative contacts you about an ongoing investigation or accusations against you, you should contact the Kern County License Attorney immediately for sound advice and guidance. Our experienced attorneys will advise you on how you should approach the issue to protect your career and livelihood.
One of the issues we discourage when you learn of a pending investigation is speaking to the investigators about the matter. They will pretend to be on your side, but they are all looking for information to incriminate you. Therefore, before speaking to the investigators, consult with your defense lawyer first and have them talk to the investigators for you.
Contacting an attorney early is recommended because they have the relevant skills to negotiate with the agency representatives or investigators and resolve the case before it reaches the administrative hearing stage. The advantage of early interventions is that the issue can be resolved early, allowing you to continue practicing and earning a living.
Similarly, when you retain our services at Kern County License Attorney, we will offer legal guidance and representation throughout the case. Our attorneys will protect your rights, analyze your case to find loopholes, and rely on these weaknesses to develop solid defenses to protect your license.
The process your case follows depends on several elements, including the kind of professional license, the circumstances surrounding the accusations, the presiding judge and district attorney involved in the case, the timing, and the actions you take in defense. However, administrative proceedings in these cases differ from those of regular court processes. Therefore, when hiring a license lawyer, you must find one with experience in these administrative proceedings who has successfully defended people in your profession or industry. The evidentiary rules and procedures in these proceedings differ, so you need a legal representative with knowledge of these cases.
Before the administrative proceeding, the court schedules a discovery proceeding where your lawyer can analyze the evidence against you. Based on the strength of the complaint or allegations against you, you can request a case dismissal or enter a plea deal that protects your practicing license from adverse consequences. At Kern County License Attorney, we know when to file for dismissal or negotiate a deal to prevent a hearing. Every action we take is geared towards safeguarding your interests.
When a settlement or dismissal fails, and the case proceeds to the administrative hearing, we can contest the allegations and prevent any disciplinary action. If the court’s decision is unfavorable, we will negotiate lenient punishment, such as a private citation or payment of monetary fines. Each case is unique, so our attorneys evaluate your case and recommend the best course of action.
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Evidence rules and processes in administrative proceedings by licensing agencies are complex. You need a skilled and experienced license defense attorney who understands these cases and is dedicated to protecting your livelihood. Therefore, we invite you to contact the Kern County License Attorney at 805-702-8560 if you have a license-related issue for a free consultation.
