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Robert Nance Nicholson
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Biography
Mr. Nicholson is a former state and federal prosecutor with extensive experience in health care complaince and regulatory enforcement matters. Mr. Nicholson is a frequent instructor and lecturer on federal and state enforcement matters relating to the health care industry. Mr. Nicholson concentrates his practice on representing licensed professionals and other health care providers in all phases of adminstrative, civil and criminal health care regulatory matters. Mr. Nicholson represents clients before licensing boards; before federal regulatory agencies such as HHS, DEA and FDA; in state criminal investigations; and in federal grand jury investigations. Mr. Nicholson is an experienced trial attorney, having tried a number of cases in both state and federal courts, as well as before administrative agencies. Mr. Nicholson also represents professionals in complex civil litigation matters.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Federal Crime
24%
33 years
Health Care
24%
27 years
White Collar Crime
24%
33 years
Litigation
23%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 33 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1992
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Location
Nicholson & Eastin, LLP
707 N.E. Third Ave., Suite 301, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304
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Posted by Catherine | August 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Great Experience
My husband went to see Robert with a very stressful and urgent business matter. We were in a panic and fearing the worst. Robert did an amazing job from day one. He helped us more than I can say and we would highly recommend him to anyone in need of services. He's is efficient, fare and amazing at ...
Posted by Roberto | June 25, 2012
Highly Recommended Lawyer in South Florida
Mr. Nicholson's efforts and knowledge turned an important business endeavor around for me and I cannot thank him enough for what he did on my case. he literally saved my business. His experience and skill in licensing/pharmaceutical matters are excellent. I would not hesitate to recommend Mr. Nichols...
Posted by Gaby | November 30, 2011
South Florida's Finest Lawyer.
Robert Nicholson is a man of integrity. He fights for his clients, specially when he know that they are being treated unfairly. Mr Nicholson and his law firm are extremely professional, skilled, and direct/to the point. If you need to retain an attorney in his area of expertise, do not hesitate to...
Robert Nance Nicholson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I referred a client indicted for Medicaid fraud and Robert did a superb job for the client and communicated well with me. He is a gentleman and has impressed me with his professionalism and knowledge."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the privilege of working and consulting with Robert on many occasions and can attest to his work ethic, legal knowledge and professionalism. His law enforcement background and legal experience in South Florida make him a valuable asset for anyone to have, client or attorney. I have no reparations in calling him with the most difficult and sensitive cases that come to my desk."
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Experience
Honors
2007
Sustained Prosecutorial Excellence, Federal Bureau of Investigation
2007
Certificate of Recognition for Prosecutorial Efforts, Federal Bureau of Investigation
2004
Certificate of Recognition for Prosecutorial Efforts, Federal Bureau of Investigation
2004
HHS Inspector General's Prosecutorial Excellence Recognition, HHS
2002
Certificate of Recognition, Drug Enforcement Administration
2001
HHS Inspector General's Integrity Award, HHS Office of Inspector General
2001
Tim Evans Award for Outstanding Performance as Asst. US Attorney, United States Attorneys Office, Southern Distict of Florida
2001
Sustained Prosecutorial Excellence, Federal Bureau of Investigation
2001
Certificate of Recognition for Prosecutorial Efforts, Federal Bureau of Investigation
2001
HHS Inspector General's Integrity Award, HHS
2000
Outstanding Contributions in Field of Drug and Law Enforcement, Drug Enforcement Administration
1996
Outstanding Contributions in Field of Drug and Law Enforcement, Drug Enforcement Administration
1995
Director's Award for Superior Performance, Director, Executive Office for United States Attorneys
1991
High Honors Graduate, Florida State University College of Law
1991
Order of the Coif, Order of the Coif
1989
Law Review, Florida State University College of Law
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Managing Attorney, Nicholson Law Group, PA
2009 - 2009
Adjunct Professor, Florida International University
2007 - 2009
Of Counsel, Broad & Cassel
2006 - 2007
National Affirmative Civil Enforcement Coordinator, Executive Office for United States Attorneys
2001 - 2002
National Health Care Fraud Coordinator, Exexutive Office for United States Attorneys
1994 - 2007
Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Attorneys Office
1992 - 1994
Trial Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice
Associations
2011 - Present
American Health Lawyers AssociationCo-Chair - Enforcement Committee
2010 - Present
Health Law Section, The Florida BarExecutive Committee Member
2009 - Present
American Health Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Enforcement Committee, American Health Lawyers AssociationCommittee Member
2007 - Present
Health Care Compliance AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Florida BarMember
2007 - 2009
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
Education
1991
Florida State University College of Law
Juris Doctor - High Honors
1989
University of Central Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science - Highest Honors
Speaking Engagements
2010
American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians Annual Conference
Fraud, Qualilty of Care and Program Integrity
2009
Health Care Compliance Association 2009 National INstitute
Compliance Issues Under the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act
2009
Compliance Issues Under the Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act for Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Organizations
Health Care Compliance Association Compliance Institute
2008
Trial Demonstration Panel - United States v. Bernard Graves, et al.
Health Care Fraud 2008
2008
Heath Care Compliance Association 2008 Compliance Institute
Handling Interal and External Investigations
2008
Handling a Healthcare Fraud Investigation/External and Internal Investigations
Health Care Compliance Association Compliance Institute
2008
Establishing Best Practices for Effective Fraud Intervention
Corporate Fraud Audit and Investigations, Marcus Evans Conferences
2007
Healthcare Fraud and Abuse: A Prosecutor's Perspective
National Summit on Quality/Performance Management & Compliance in Healthcare
2007
False Claims Litigation in Florida
Lorman Education Services
2006
The Range of Government Investigations
Government Investigations Conference
2006
Preservation of Assets in Health Care Fraud Cases
Health Care Fraud Coordinator's Conference
2006
Negotiating False Claims Act Settlements
Health Care Fraud 2006
2006
Law Enforcement Perspective Panels
Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances
2006
Frequently Asked Legal Questions
Health Care Fraud Managers Conference
2006
Foundations of White Collar Practice and Handling A Health Care Fraud Case
Health Care Fraud 2006
2005
Who's Who in Health Care Fraud Enforcement
Basic Health Care Fraud For New Assistant United States Attorneys Seminar
2005
Private Payers SIU Operations and Law Enforcement Cooperation in HCF Enforcement
Decision Health Private Payer Summit
2005
Medicare Fraud Update
Florida Medical Compliance Summit
2005
Investigation of Diversion Cases - Prosecuting Illegal Distribution and Dispensing of Pharmaceutical Controlled Substances
DEA and DOJ Joint Training
2005
Health Care Fraud - What Health Care Providers Need to Know
Southern Association of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology Conference
2005
Criminal Diversion Investigations
Internet Pharmacy and Controlled Substance Pharmaceutical Diversion Prosecution Seminar
2004
Who's Who in Health Care Fraud Enforcement. Overview of Criminal Statutes & Charging Decisions. Health Care Fraud Hypothetical
Basic Health Care Fraud For New Assistant United States Attorneys Seminar
2004
Presentation on Prosecutor's Perspective on Electronic Evidence and Courtroom Presentation
Case Organization and Presentation Training Program
2004
Presentation on Federal Civil and Criminal Enforcement Actions & Mechanisms
Medicare Fraud & Abuse: Avoiding Government Sanctions
2004
Presentation on Federal Civil & Criminal Health Care Fraud Statutes & Enforcement
New Agent Training
2004
Presentation on Fed. Civil & Criminal Health Care Fraud Statutes & Enforcement, Presentation on Medical Records Privacy & Ethics
Financial Investigations Seminar
2004
Presentation on Fed. Civil & Criminal Health Care Fraud Statutes & Enforcement Presentation on Medical Records Privacy & Ethics
Financial Investigations Seminar Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
2004
Presentation on Emerging Issues in Pharmaceutical Fraud
Physicians Issues Conference
2004
Presentation - How the Government and Private Payers Work Together
Medicare Complaint Alert
2003
Workshop Facilitator-Affirmative Responses to Gov't Investigations, Grand Jury Invest. & Search Warrants- Commercial Ins. Fraud
Health Care Fraud 2003
2003
Presentation - How the Government Decides What and Who to Prosecute
Florida Medical Compliance Summit
2003
Presentation - Electronic Courtroom Presentation
Health Care Fraud Managers Conference
2003
Panel Speaker - Anti-kickback and Stark Law Enforcement, Panelist - Medicare Fraud & Abuse Issues
Addressing Medical Issues National Conference
2003
Guest Lecturer on Federal Health Care Fraud Enforcement
Graduate Management Fraud Seminar
2003
ABA Health Care Fraud 2003
Affirmative Responses to Government Investigations
2002
Presented Update on Federal Health Care Fraud Enforcement Actions
National Medicaid Fraud Control Units Directors Cinference
2002
Presentation on Federal Civil and Criminal Health Care Fraud Statutes and Enforcement
Financial Investigations Seminar
2002
Presentation on Federal Civil and Criminal Health Care Fraud Statutes and Enforcement
New Agent Training
2002
Presentation - Health Care Fraud - What Health Providers Need to Know
Southern Association of Therapeutic Radiation Oncology Conference
2002
Presentation - Health Care Fraud - What Health Providers Need to Know
Florida Medical Compliance Summit
2002
Panelist & Presenter on Prescription Drug Diversion Investigations
Series Topics in Health Care Fraud Seminar
2002
Panel Speaker on the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and Health Care Fraud
Food and Drug Law Institute Annual Education Conference
2002
Panel Speaker on Enforcement Agenda 2002
Health Care Fraud 2002
2001
Guest Lecturer on Federal Health Care Fraud Enforcement
Graduate Management Fraud Seminar
2001
Course Development Working Group and Faculty Member
Health Care Fraud Symposium
2000
Presentation on Federal Criminal Statutory Overview
Health Care Fraud 2000
1999
Workshop Facilitator- Grand Jury Investigations and Search Warrants
Health Care Fraud 1999
Publications
2011
American Health Lawyers Association (AHLA)
Executive Summary - 2012 HHS-OIG Work Plan
2010
American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians
Fraud, Quality of Care, and Program Integrity: The Impact of Health Care Reform on Fraud Enforcement and Compliance
2009
Health Care Compliance Association
Current Issues in Off-Label Promotion
2008
Health Care Compliance Association
When the Goverment Knocks
2006
ABA Healthcare Fraud 2006 Conference Manual
Overview of Federal Health Care Enforcement
Languages
English
Spanish
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