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 36 - 40 of 82 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Daye | April 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Protect your hard work

Richard Hark responded to me right away regarding my situation. He is a no -nonsense attorney. He advised me straight up- told me the process and answered all my questions. My personal case took longer than most, but the outcome was EVERYTHING. when you work so hard to accomplish your goals, and over...come past mistakes, it is a punch in the face and knife to the heart to have the board question your suitability to perform as a professional nurse. They see a criminal record and put you at a negative disadvantage. Turns out...I got caught doing what millions of people do all the time..DUI. It is not fair to penalize someone for something completely unrelated to their character and professional function as a healthcare provider. Honestly, Hark helped me regain confidence in myself, and realized that just bc I had a few bad nights in my past, doesn't make me a failure and less deserving of my hard earned license! The investment for your future license is worth it. Money comes and goes, but the dedication and sacrifice you made to earn your medical license is priceless. HIRE THIS ATTORNEY TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR CAREER!

Richard Hark

Replied last April 17, 2020

Daye and her family are great, hard working people. In our mobile lives, living around the country and then choosing to settle down and start a career creates record keeping challenges. DUI histories are typical. Helping Daye present her DUI to the Board evaluator in her application case so that she is not shuttled into the PHMP or PNAP and gets an unrestricted license was my pleasure. Congrats!!!.

Posted by lolly Dee | January 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

NBME irregular behavior charge

When I received a letter from the NBME for irregular behavior. I was in disarray. As a medical student I didn't have a lot of money and I was almost giving up. There are only a few attorneys in the country that have represented medical students before the USMLE committee. The ones I called were char...ging exorbitant fees. I came across Mr Harks website and I was surprised by the number of medical professionals he has represented and even more surprised by his ratings. As soon as I contacted him I knew he was the one for me. His price was very reasonable and he was genuinely interested in my case. Even though his office was in Pennsylvania and I came from out of state, he went above and beyond to make me comfortable. I had his personal phone number and I was able to reach him at any time I needed . I highly recommend him without any reservations.

Posted by Michael | January 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Truly deserving of all 5 stars!

Richard Hark and his team were the turning point with getting me and my family justice. After nearly a decade of commitment to quality practice, an alleged documentation discrepancy quickly jeopardized not only my job but also my license. I spent months trying to make things right while everything wa...s seemingly working against me. PNAP/VRP programs were my advised means to resolve the turmoil. However, these programs seemed equally confused regarding my situation, but eager to accept me for guilty and dismiss my innocence. They outlined potential sanctions that would cause excessive strain and limit my role as a healthcare professional. I strongly encourage you to read Mr. Hark's blog about these programs. Luckily, I did and I was able to contact Mr. Hark before their state appointed evaluation took place. To my surprised, he answered the phone directly. I can recall not knowing how to address him, "Hark and Hark", "Mr. Hark", "Richard"..., so we settled on "Lawyer Please Help Me." And, that is exactly what he and his team did from that point forward. Not only did we get justice, my license reflects as it should and my job status has remained unchanged! Richard and Jessica were true professionals, while other law firms I have encountered only dug holes deeper and were not nearly as accessible or knowledgeable.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Licensing

Highly recommended

I highly recommend Richard Hark as an attorney. He is the attorney to go to handle medical licensing issues. He was a superior advocate for me. No matter how busy he was he always made me a priority. He would answer every call and answered every question patiently. He would always give me excell...ent advice all the time. He was always always insightful and always acted in my best interest. He is intelligent and has common sense. Mr.Hark is definitely the man for you if you need help with a professional license case.

Richard Hark

Replied last September 23, 2019

I know this client very well. We had a very hard case on two fronts. The criminal prosecution resolved to our benefit and that directly resulted in the medical board licensing case having many less complications. However, the client had significant medical issues that transformed the impairment investigation into a complex mental health and medical condition case. Everything worked out in the end with no disciplinary action, no jail, and no impairment PHP contract. Call to discuss your complicated case. I handle the hardest one.

Posted by Stas | June 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Licensing

Thumbs up

Rich got back to be almost immediately after I submitted my inquiry on his site.....and that pretty much set the tone for our relationship. Very communicative, very direct and honest and ultimately, he delivered on what I hired him for -- getting me a test authorization from the state so I could tak...e my board exam.

Richard Hark

Replied last June 22, 2019

Stas received a very standard response by the Nursing Board to his two DUI's he received prior to entering nursing school. The PHMP wanted him to enroll in the VRP and be evaluated by one of their "experts" to see he he was impaired or not. This would result in him be permitted to take his NCLEX on time or receiving a conditional denial of his nursing license application and fighting it. I have a different way of resolving this situation. It worked out perfected for Stas and the Nursing Board. He got permission to take the exam and he provide his fitness as an unimpaired nurse before an actual Board expert.....Call me with your application case issue.

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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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