Richard Quinton Hark

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Richard Quinton Hark

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 32 years

Administrative law Lawyer at Ardmore, PA
Practice Areas: Administrative Law, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

The Times Building, 32 Parking Plaza, Suite 401, Ardmore, PA

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About Richard

Biography

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Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Administrative Law 60%

I am a trial attorney that personally represents my clients at administrative disciplinary hearings before Pennsylvania's many licensing boards. I defend doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other licensed health care providers from all disciplinary actions filed against their professional license. I also represent qualified individuals applying for licenses who have been conditionally rejected.

21 years | 1,000 cases

60%
DUI and DWI 15%

I represent all health care providers with there DUI's and its effect on their employment and professional license.

33 years | 2,500 cases

15%
Criminal Defense 10%

I represent the individual in complex federal and state white collar medical based fraud, prescription fraud, internet crimes, medicare/medicaid/social security fraud cases.

33 years | 2,500 cases

10%
Education 5%

I handle ECFMG and USMLE irregular behavior investigations against medical students and ECFMG and IMG applicants.

16 years | 50 cases

5%
Federal Crime 5%

I am a trial attorney that personally represents my clients in any federal criminal prosecution. I defend doctors, nurses, pharmacists, in their insurance fraud, pill mill, DEA, federal audits and criminal investigations.

33 years | 150 cases

5%
Medicaid and Medicare 5%

I am a trial attorney that personally represents my clients in any federal insurance fraud, DEA, federal audits, debarment, OIG, medicaid and medicare insurance claw back and criminal investigations.

21 years | 100 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

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Awards

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hark & Hark

The Times Building, 32 Parking Plaza, Suite 401, Ardmore, PA, 19003

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Richard Quinton Hark's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

196 Client Reviews

Showing 61 - 65 of 154 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Anthony | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Richard saved my professional license

It was completely by chance that I stumbled upon Richard’s article about the “tricks and traps” related to the PA state professional boards. I had already been cooperating with the SW Board for 6 months by the time I contacted Richard and without expert representation I was faced with a 3-year monit...oring program for drugs and alcohol despite my full cooperation with the Board and no evidence of any impairment in my professional career. I was completely lost and at the mercy of the SW Board, but thankfully that all changed once I contacted Richard and he started representing me. With his knowledge, experience, and expertise with the PA SW Board, Richard was able to successfully overcome some of the misinformed decisions I had made prior to having representation. Almost immediately communication with the Board’s attorney improved, the process seemed to move smoother, my options were much clearer thanks to Richard’s guidance, and I was no longer at the mercy of the SW Board. Richard’s knowledge of the process and relationships with key decision makers were crucial in getting the best possible outcome in my case. The charges of impairment were dropped and my case closed without further action which is a drastic improvement from the outcome that would have occurred if I would not have had Richard representing me in this process. Any licensed professional who is unfortunately in danger of having action taken against them by a PA licensing board should immediately contact Richard to get the best possible counsel and protect your interest. I promise you will be happy that you did.

Richard Hark

Replied last January 13, 2021

It is so great helping every one of my clients. I have such a drastic impact on their lives. Anthony, thank you for letting me help you.

Posted by Aaron | December 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney

Richard is a health care lawyer handling criminal and professional licensing matters. He is an attorney I never expected to need, but I am unbelievably happy I found him. As a medical doctor, I was confronted with extremely challenging clients at the height of the national opioid crisis. With Richa...rd's counsel and help we avoid all federal criminal charges. He adroitly negotiated with the Pennsylvania Medical Board matter, allowing me to maintain my unrestricted license to practice medicine and surgery. He expertly and successfully responded to all inquiries relating to my Board certifications, hospital credentialing, insurance contractor provider agreements, state and federal insurance program participation, and DEA prescription writing authority. Doctors accused of criminal charges must always consider their license. Hiring an experienced professional licensing lawyer who is also competent to represent you in a criminal matters is a must. From my first call, Richard took the time to get to know me as a person and professional. Richard's patience, professionalism, and kindness belies an extremely competent counsel who aggressively represented me and my license to his fullest. He is a mensch of an attorney who at every turn is smart, kind, and very honest. He was fully knowledgeable, prepared for every telephone call, meeting, court filing and hearing. He fought for me and my license. I am truly thankful to him for his help and caring at a time of my greatest need. He could not have done a better job for me and my family.

Richard Hark

Replied last December 17, 2020

Criminal investigations affect doctors and all aspects of their medical practice. DEA prescribing authority, hospital admitting and credentialing authority, public and private insurance participation, and and state disciplinary prosecutions will need to be addressed. Dr. A and I worked together and timely organized, plotted, and effectively responded to every consequence of the federal then state investigations. We mapped out and then strategically and successfully attacked each criminal and board case. It was a pleasure to work with such an amazing person. This type of case happens in Pittsburgh, Erie, Scranton, Philadelphia and all suburbs in between. Call me about your case.

Posted by Michael | November 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Occupational Therapist

I sustained a DUI several months ago and even though I hadn't been charged with it yet I landed in this PHMP monitoring program. I had to go for random drug screens that could be anytime. I am an occupational therapist and don't deal with medications and they were stating that I was a risk to my p...atients! I was panicking and found Attorney Hark online. He saved my license and got the case dismissed. He is a little pricey but totally worth every sent then the hell they were putting me through! Don't hesitate! Michael OT

Richard Hark

Replied last November 18, 2020

Michael's case is not unique. A 2nd offense DUI with a high BAC, he was already cooperating with the PHMP. Similar to many nurses, doctors, CRNP's nurse anesthetists, and pharmacists, the PHMP monitoring program case worker did a bait and switch on Michael. They say just got to the eval, you will be fine. The drug and alcohol evaluator gave him an improper diagnosis and recommended the program. The PHMP case worker, even though Michael was not handling any medications, demanded he stop working, go to in patient treatment, and not return to work until she (Candice Queer) said so. This is not proper. Different health care professionals from all over Pennsylvania (Scranton, Pittsburgh, Erie, Altoona, Mechanicsburg, Harrisburg, Philadelphia) are all treated the same. NO ONE CAN AFFORD TO STOP WORKING. Michael withdrew from the PHMP before a formal signed consent order was entered. We prepared for the Mental and Physical Evaluation. A prosecutor look at his case and after the review with all of the information closed the file. Michael started back working right after he hired me (6 months ago), and never looked back. He has a great new job, moved to a better location, and couldn't be happier with his choices -- one of which was hiring me. Thanks for letting me save your license, career, and happiness.

Posted by David | September 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Excellent work, won the dispute with the state!

In my dispute with a state agency, after having waited 3 years for a resolution, Mr. Hark was able to reach a successful outcome very quickly! Highly recommend!

Richard Hark

Replied last September 15, 2020

Education disciplinary cases are complex and challenging. Proof of client centered mitigation, explanation, and circumstances of the incident help in every case. Thanks for letting me help David.

Posted by Melody | June 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney

I recommend attorney hark pnap one who is in The Peanut program he saved my life basically

I have been in the program since 2013 and every time I tried to get off of it something would come up and they would extend me it took him two months to relieve all this grief off my shoulders he is an awesome attorney and his sperm is very knowledgeable I would recommend him to anyone in the peanut ...program

Richard Hark

Replied last June 19, 2020

Melody, Thanks for the awesome review. PNAP is a peanut program. Oil City, Erie, Pittsburgh, Lancaster nurses, doctors, pharmacists..... I help everyone manage the PHMP process, fight being forced in to the program, or handle the criminal cases that result in possible disciplinary cases to avoid the program. Call me like Melody did to talk about any aspect of this program. I am so happy for her that her nightmare is over.

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Brian Fishman

Administrative law lawyer | Jan 17

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"I have known Richard Hark for years and he is an outstanding attorney. While he handled criminal defense matters for many years, he has shifted his practice focus to administrative law where he assists professionals (nurses, doctors, lawyers, etc) when they are being disciplined by their respective licensing board. This is usually as a result of contacts with the criminal justice system or drug/alcohol problems. Despite the shift in practice, the outcomes are the same. I have seen him successfully fight the most serious criminal charges and I now refer professional clients to him when their criminal case overlaps with their professional license. He has become extremely skilled in a very sensitive area where clients' livelihoods are on the line. This is no easy task but Richard's combination of legal smarts, common sense, and empathy for his client's plight make him a perfect fit. I strongly endorse Mr. Hark."

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Keith Hovey

Administrative law lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable on board defense matters for licensed health care professionals."

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Eric Zajac

Licensing lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Caudo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Richard is an excellent attorney with real courtroom experience"

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Dominik Rostocki

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I recently referred a complicated criminal defense matter to Mr. Hark. He handled the case with a high degree of professionalism and was able to secure an excellent result."

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Daniel McGrory

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rich is a fierce advocate for his clients. Hei s well known in every court and highly regarded."

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Eric Shore

Unknown lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Rich on many cases over the past 20 years. He is a straight-shooter and is honest with his clients. I trust him enough that I have referred dozens of my clients to him for assistance with various types of matters including criminal defense."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Hark and Hark

Associations

2017 - Present

American Association of Nurse Attorneys

Member

Education

1993

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Boston University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

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