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For the professional, I counsel Pennsylvania doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and all other licensees facing disciplinary actions before Pennsylvania's twenty six different state regulatory boards. My clients live both in and outside Pennsylvania and face disciplinary actions against their Pennsylvania professional license. My website and blogs discuss my professional license defense strategies. From criminal convictions that affect a license to work place employment investigations and client based complaints to the licensing boards, I handle all types of disciplinary actions. In this age of hightened scrutiny of all professionals regarding their personal or professional conduct, Pennsylvania's licensing Boards take any complaint or behavioral misteps seriously. Please visit my web site and blogs at .
I also represent individuals in a wide variety of criminal prosecutions. My experience includes defending clients in state and federal grand jury proceedings, perjury and obstruction charges, health care and tax fraud claims, robbery and drug related crimes, gun violence cases, and computer and internet crimes. I counsel clients in connection with grand jury investigations and prosecutions by the U.S. Department of Justice and various U.S. Attorney’s offices across the country, and the Pennsylvania and New Jersey offices of the Attorney General.
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1993
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State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1993
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189 Client Reviews
Showing 11 - 15 of 39 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by Erica | May 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
PA RN
I contacted Richard when I was falsely accused of narcotic diversion by the corporation I worked for. At the start I did what was asked of me by my former employer and I contacted PHMP. My employer never did so. By doing what I thought was right I got stuck in a bad situation and on the verge of ...
Posted by Doctor | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
BEST DUI/CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS
Richard is simply hands down THE best for any healthcare practitioner looking for a criminal defense / DUI lawyer! He was my lawyer for a first time DUI case that some other lawyers said it would be tough to get into ARD, but got me ARD. It was definitely one of the most scariest times of my life. ...
This doctor had a major DUI -car accident with major injuries to both occupants of the car. This is a case that typically never gets ARD. I got him ARD. every case is different and I never promise anyone any result. My tenacity and hard work seeking reconsideration and presenting a compelling story for my client achieved the result this doctor needed. He will not have to report any conviction on every new or renewal licensing application. This WAS mistake that could have affected every one his is jobs, licenses, insurance coverage, and professional progression. It will not now change his life. THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME HELP AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR WONDERFUL REVIEW.
Posted by Aaron | December 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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...
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 | Criminal Defense
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...
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 Priscilla | June 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent!
Awesome guy! He worked promptly and diligently on a time crunch to get my ENTIRE case dismissed! He saved my career! Extremely reliable and is always available to answer questions.
Priscilla’s criminal charges should never have been filed. The Pennsylvania State Trooper guessed, made things up, and simply did not care about this health care professional working excessive hours. With no proof of any impairment, just long hours and being tired at work, he charged her with a carrier ending criminal charge. Once a real attorney got involved, along with my proof of work and job status all charges were dismissed. The Blair County District Attorney’s office got things straight and Priscilla can continue to work. Thanks for letting me help Priscilla.
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable on board defense matters for licensed health care professionals."
"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."
"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."
Personal injury lawyer
DUI and DWI lawyer
1997 - Present
Partner, Hark and Hark
2017 - Present
American Association of Nurse AttorneysMember
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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While incarcerated, can you get credit for license suspension for a mandatory suspension related to PWID?
03 Jun 2015
Can I get a gun license with an expunged record?
25 May 2015
I received a letter from the U.S. District attorney office about a grand jury investigation against me. What should I do.
21 Apr 2015
Nursing Home Overtime Pay
19 Jan 2024
SARPH is no more -- New PHP contract required.
25 Sep 2023
Intended fraud loss versus actual loss, when there is no actual monetary loss
03 Dec 2022