Wesley Jackson Rish

Wesley Jackson Rish

5.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 34 years

Administrative law Lawyer at Harrisburg, PA
Practice Areas: Administrative Law, Government, Appeals, Unknown

2431 N. Second Street, Suite 201, Harrisburg, PA

About Wesley

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Administrative Law 20%

Focus on professional license defense, reinstatements, and applications

20%
Appeals 5%

Extensive experience in appeals involving professional licensure issues

5%
Government 5%

Represents professionals in obtaining licensure

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 34 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Rish Law Office, LLC

2431 N. Second Street, Suite 201, Harrisburg, PA, 17110

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Wesley Jackson Rish's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

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Posted by Adnan | July 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Highly recommend

Mr. Rish is very thorough, knowledgeable, and always willing to address any concerns and work around them. He helped obtain my license and I highly recommend him

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Licensing

Call Wesley for licensing issues

I called Mr Rish regarding some activity affecting licensing for a professional occupation. He was kind courteous non judgmental and strictly professional. I would definitely call again if something ever happened as we never know what tomorrow brings Thank you Mr Rish you saved me a life full of ...regret

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Recommend

I was referred to Wesley Rish by a family member who not only knew him personally but also knew of his excellent reputation in the legal world. Wesley has many many years of experience in this world and he is respectful, kind and reassuring. He took all of my calls and questions very seriously. ... He also has a great sense of humor, which I really appreciated! I agree with all of the reviews below...he returned my calls and emails promptly, was available outside of normal working hours if I needed and kept me apprised of every step. He would also take initiative to move things along whenever they seemed to be stalling. My issue was resolved favorably. I am happy to pass along a high recommendation for Wesley!

Posted by Luanne | January 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Licensing

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Wesley Rish is not only an outstanding attorney, he is a very caring person and has helped me through one of the most stressful times in my life. He is professional and communicated effectively with my licensing Board. He was always available for me to speak with.. often times in the evenings and wee...kends. He responded to my calls and emails in a timely manner and offered me words of encouragement which meant so much to me. I highly recommend Wesley Rish if you need legal counsel. He is simply the BEST!

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Medical Doctor

I was given the gift of peace during a season of tremendous uncertainty. Wesley Rish’s sincere intention of concern and kindness was evident during our initial conversation. Without having to explain or ask many questions, Mr. Rish painted broad brushstrokes as it pertained to my predicament, provi...ding a detailed picture of my legal situation, and highlighting the process and the possible outcomes. His previous service as legal counsel with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was apparent in his knowledge of the system and in his acquaintance with other attorneys within the Commonwealth. Mr. Rish’s communication with me was en pointe. I was informed of major updates every step during the legal process and Mr. Rish offered his insight based on those updates. Mr. Rish’s expertise, combined with his communication, was a source of comfort in what would otherwise have been an extremely stressful and unpredictable period of uncertainty. I’m relieved and delighted to say that because of Mr. Rish’s knowledge of the law and of the local system and members within the Commonwealth, I received the best outcome in the fastest, most efficient, and systematic manner possible. With great gratitude, my license to practice within the state of Pennsylvania remains intact. Thank You Always Wesley for all that you’ve done and made possible!

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Dana Wucinski

Administrative law lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Attorney Rish. He is highly experienced and extremely knowledgeable in the areas of professional licensing and disciplinary matters. Attorney Rish is a zealous advocate for his clients and is able to use his extensive knowledge of administrative law and familiarity with the licensing and disciplinary process to obtain favorable results for his clients. Attorney Rish is also able to help licensees who are in the appeal phase as he is an expert in navigating the appellate process and is no stranger to the Commonwealth Court. There is no question in my mind that Attorney Rish a great choice for anyone with licensing or disciplinary issues. Not only does he fight hard for the best possible outcome, he also listens to his clients and keeps them updated with the status of their case, which is often hard to find but so very important to each and every client who is putting their professional future into the hands of an attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Founder, Rish Law Office, LLC

2012 - 2018

Counsel to Board of Medicine, and others, Pennsylvania Department Of State

2007 - 2012

Chief Counsel, Pennsylvania Office of Inspector General

1997 - 2007

Attorney-in-Charge and Staff Attorney, Pennsylvania Office of Inspector General

1991 - 1997

Associate, General Practice Law Office

Associations

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Turay v. State Board of Funeral Directors, 924 C.D. 2016 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2016)

Commonwealth Court sustains the State Board of Funeral Director's revocation of funeral director license

Acri v. State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, 856 C.D. 2017 (Pa. Cmwlth 2017)

The Commonwealth affirmed the automatic suspension of his license to practice osteopathic medicine and surgery by my client, the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine

Bauer v, State Board of Auctioneer Examiners, 154 A.3d 899 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2017)

Commonwealth Court affirmed decision of the State Board of Auctioneer Examiners, my cient.

Long v. State Board of Podiatry, 112 A.3d 671 (Pa. Cmwlth 2015)

Commonwealth Court sustains my client's, the State Board of Podiatry, denial of the reinstatement of professional license.

Karkalas v. State Board of Medicine, 71 A.3d 395 (Pa. Cmwlth 2013)

The Commonwealth Court affirmed the discipline that my client, the State Board of Medicine, imposed on a licensed physician.

Kessler v. State Board of Medicine, 1564 C.D. 2012 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2013)

Commonwealth sustains the validity of my clients revocation of a professional license.

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Education

1991

University of North Carolina

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Virginia

B,A,

Speaking Engagements

2021

Continuing Education

The Role of the State Board of Funeral Directors in Licensing and Disciplinary Matters

2021

2021 Workers' Compensation Conference

Role of the Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant in the Treatment of the Injured Worker

2020

Medical Records Course

HIPAA and Medical Records Privacy

2020

Medical Records Course

Your Patient's Charts: Sword or Shield

2019

Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital Continuing Medical Education

Physician Assistant and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice

2019

Spring 2019 Pennsylvania State Perfusion Society Meeting

Perfusionists and the State Boards' Licensing and Disciplinary Processes

2019

Annual Scientific Meeting Demystifying the State Board of Medicine

2018

Representing Physicians and Dentists

The Prosecution and Defense of a Health Care Professional

2018

Quaker State Funeral Directors Association

Licensing and Disciplinary Issues Involving the State Board of Funeral Directors

Publications

2019

Pennsylvania Medical Society Continuing Legal Education Demystifying the State Board of Medicine

Languages

English

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