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

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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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

189 Client Reviews

Showing 81 - 85 of 110 reviews | Administrative Law

Posted by Kevin | August 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Helped protect my nursing license

I am a registered nurse, and was charged with a first time DUI last May. I immediately worried for my nursing career and that I would lose my job or be able to work in the department in which I have worked in for 10 years. I searched for lawyers and came across Attorney Hark, and it honestly was th...e best thing I could have done to begin this dreadful process. I inquired online about my case to his office and within 10 minutes I received a personal call from his cell phone inquiring about my case. He was very direct and optimistic. He has a strong background in dealing with issues with the nursing boards, and knows the "traps" the state will try to get offenders into the nurse monitoring program. He handled my case very well, gave me great advice what to do and I felt I could trust him immediately. Over the next few months I followed his advice and things went very smoothly. I was able to meet with him prior to my required "mental" evaluation and he prepped me very well as to what to expect at the appointment. He even offered to attend the appointment if allowed by the psychiatrist. He was always very willing to receive my multiple phone calls to his personal cell phone regarding my case even when he had to pull off the road just to call me back. He will fight tooth and nail for your license. He has done this for many professionals, just read the reviews. If you are dealing with a DUI charge or any charge that can affect your personal license, he is the one to call. He is well worth the price to protect your career for the rest of your life. I could not be more grateful for all that he has done. My evaluation is complete, and I am lucky and happy to say that I have no penalty against my nursing license, and I owe that to Mr. Hark!

Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Don't risk you license hire hark

I am so glad that I found Richard Hark: When I received a letter informing me that I was being investigated for a complaint against my nursing license. I was nervous, scared, apprehensive, and also ready to do everything they wanted me to do in the letter. Because I knew I hadn’t done anything w...rong and was ready to do everything they asked to prove my innocence. My mother went online and looked up PA licensing attorneys and came across Richard’s name and read his blog about licensing issues and how the investigators try to trick you into doing and saying things you shouldn’t to try to prove your innocence. We were very impressed with his knowledge of the State Board of Nursing, the PNAP, and the things the investigators will say and do to get you to incriminate yourself whether you’ve done anything wrong or not. I'm so glad I contacted Richard instead, he explained to me exactly what I needed to do and why I needed to do it. He took his time with me, going through every step of the process, and I cannot thank him enough for everything that he did for me, as a result I never missed a day of work. The day the State Board asked me to go in, for a meeting, I was supposed to be meeting with one investigator, and my attorney was supposed to be allowed to be there via cell phone. However, they ended up trying to trick me and having someone completely different there and refused to allow my attorney to call in as had previously been agreed upon. He told me to get up and leave, so I did. This is just one of the tricks the investigators tried: they tried to call my cell phone, they sent emails directly to me, trying to intimidate me, Richard was there and told me how to handle all of it. I could not have done this without him and I encourage anyone thinking about doing this without a lawyer to think again. Don’t risk your nursing license, the investigators are not on your side, but Richard Hark is.

Richard Hark

Replied last July 20, 2017

This client hired me right away. Having read my blogs, she knew not to talk to anyone and get an attorney. The facts were both horrific and ridiculous. Strategically, we set upon a plan then executed that plan. The Nursing Board attorney understood there was no case against my client, regardless of the facts. Again, great client, following my counsel, making the correct decisions with my advice, made all the difference in this case. She did not try to handle the case herself, mess it up, then end up before the Nursing Board. She hired me and her case was closed with no prosecution. Good job!!!!!

Posted by Anthony | June 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Top Performing Attorney

Attorney Hark's aggressive style is exactly what I needed to get the results I sought. He is always available to answer questions and great at breaking down the legalese in laymen terms. His expertise in administrative law made it impossible for the Real Estate Commission to take advantage of me. Whi...le I hope I never need Attorney Hark again, if I do I won't hesitate to rehire him. My experience with Richard was well worth the investment.

Richard Hark

Replied last June 01, 2017

Anthony, Thank you for the time you took to tell your licensing community how hard i fought for your license and you. Have a great weekend.

Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Very helpful with medical license application

Mr Hark was very helpful in me obtaining my license to practice in PA. When I initially spoke to him, he listened and understood my specific situation and met with me in person on the same day. We discussed the options and timeline for our case and was available by phone, text, email and in person th...roughout. He was personable and prepared me well during the process which was a difficult and stressful time for me and my family. I do not hesitate to recommend him to anyone who requires assistance in navigating the complex and bureaucratic nature of licensing boards as doing so on your own will likely open you up to unnecessary problems.

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Saved my nursing license

Please read this review if you are in jeopardy of your nursing license. Mr. Richard Hark is hands down absolutely amazing. When I recieved a letter from the State Board of Nursing I thought my carreer was over from a DUI. They will try to trick you into pleading guilty over a first offense DUI. I did... research and Mr. Hark has amazing blogs and answers which made me call his office immediately. The best part of it all is Richard is 100% dedicated to you as a client. I left a message on his voicemail and he literally called me back in 15 minutes from his cell phone and told me to store his phone number and he will be there for you 100%. At that moment that pit nervous feeling I had in my stomach went away. I gave him info on my DUI and faxed him over information he requested. His secretary Jessica is also amazing you are never waiting they are on top of everything. Mr. Hark and his staff do not judge you and they understand your situation. Needless to say I hired Richard and I was evaluated by a medical doctor not a social worker. Richard stands by you through the whole process. He even set up a payment plan for me. Not only will Richard Hark save your license and carreer he is very caring and always around. He always responds to you as soon as he can(always within the day). Do not risk losing your carreer he saved my nursing license and he will do the same for you.

Richard Hark

Replied last April 18, 2017

While this review is anonymous, I know who this client. I am proud of our success and I am proud of being so legally and emotionally helpful to this person. Thank you for letting me help!!!

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Richard Quinton Hark's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Fishman

Administrative law lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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