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

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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 11 - 15 of 27 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by mary | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

If you value your license- HIRE RICHARD

I cannot say enough about how helpful and unbelievably aggressive this firm and specifically Richard Hark have been in defending my license. This was one of the scariest things I’ve had to face and it is unbelievably difficult to describe the peace of mind and trust that Richard was able to provide ...as well as explaining the entire process, making himself available to me at anytime, having a suitable and very convenient payment plan as well as general overall knowledge of nursing, board of nursing processes and anything and everything you need to know. Not only was Richard recommended to me but I also recommend him to anyone who is serious about defending their license and receiving top-notch legal Council as well as representation. Not to mention his office staff are spectacular and are just as knowledgeable and can also answer any questions you can think of.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Defending myself against the BON

I was accused of diverting drugs from my work place because my name was spit out on a report that tagged me with “red flags.” I explained each of these red flags along with a negative drug and alcohol test that same day. There were no patterns, no witnesses, nothing to go on because I was innoce...nt. Despite this I was fired from my job and reported to the BON. At this point I realized I could not handle this alone. I interviewed many lawyers in my area and as soon as I spoke to Attorney Hark I knew he was the one I needed to be on my side. He helped me to understand PNAP and realize that was not the choice for me bc I was innocent. He came with me to my interview with a BON investigator. He was amazing during the meeting and it felt so good after everything I had been through to take a break from fighting alone and let Richard fight for me. In fact, he didn’t just fight for me, we won!! My case was dropped and no disciplinary actions were put on my license. After working so hard to get my RN Attorney Hark made sure I kept it with no strikes against it and proved to the world that I was innocent just like I had been saying since day one. It is amazing to watch him work, he is unbelievable. He fights hard for his clients and it shows from the moment you meet him.

Posted by Julie | May 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Thank you!

Mr Hark is extremely knowledgeable when handling situations with the PA board of nursing. I graduated and was completely unprepared to receive letters threatening the license I didn't yet have. Thankfully we found Mr. Hark online and after reading his blog and reading horror stories from other nurses..., I hired him. He was right about everything and guided me through the process seamlessly. Times were very stressful, and talking with Mr Hark gave me confidence in his abilities to resolve my situation and reduced the anxiety surrounding it. Do not deal with the board alone, hire Mr Hark, he will help protect your license. He came through for me and now I'm a registered nurse!! I cannot offer enough thanks!!

Posted by erica | March 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Simply Amazing

Amazing!!!!Amazing!!!! Amazing. Words cannot explain how grateful I am to have contacted attorney hark in dealing with the boards. He is very professional, knowledgeable and in my opinion goes above and beyond to make sure you are represented well. He explained every process and was incredibly patien...t with me. I genuinely felt he had my best interest and he was going to do everything in his power to help me. He always returned my calls even on weekends just to answer whatever questions I had. Things can easily spiral out of control when you don't have proper representation. Retaining a great attorney is essential. All my friends and family have heard about how great Richard Hark and his office is. Retaining him was the best decision I made in my case. He is worth every single penny. I am very pleased with how he handled my case and I will recommend him to any and everyone. If you need representation, CALL HIM. He will take great care of you trust me!!!

Posted by Kristen | January 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Nurses, dont be intimidated by the PHMP/VRP letter!

I sent an email inquiry to Richards office the day after my DUI arrest. He called me within the hour, explaining to me exactly how the upcoming events would transpire. He professionally self reported me to the board of nursing, in compliance with the board regulations. In response to the VRP letter, ...he told me he would absolutely not allow me to put myself in a position that would jeopardize my career. He sent correspondence to the board stating that I would not be entering the program, and that any correspondence regarding the issue was to be forwarded to him. He was always available by phone or text,and never made me feel like my concerns were not important. When the time came for the board appointed physician to evaluate me, he spoke to me the day before, and the day of, preparing me for the intense and manipulative evaluation I was about to incur. From the start, he had me convinced that everything was going to be fine in the end, and it surely was. I have zero regrets in contacting him. I mostly enjoy his knowledge of the process, aggressive approach, and confidence in what he does.

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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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