Megan Blancho

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Megan Blancho

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Health care Lawyer at Destin, FL
Practice Areas: Health Care

1160 Airport Road, Suite 208, Destin, FL

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About Megan

Biography

Attention nurses and all-Florida healthcare licensees. Former prosecutor dedicated to Florida health license defense. Free phone consultations. Fee plans are available.

Attention nurses, former prosecutor dedicated to Florida health license defense. Free phone consultations. Fee plans are available

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Health Care 100%

Defending Nurses throughout Florida in disciplinary proceedings with the Department of Health and Board of Nursing.

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 21 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2004

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 16 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2009

Associate

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Megan Blancho

1160 Airport Road, Suite 208, Destin, FL, 32541

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The Law Office of Megan Blancho

1512 East John Sims Pkwy, #378, Niceville, FL, 32578

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Megan Blancho's Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 36 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Katherine | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Warrior on Your Side

Megan was truly my warrior and savior! I was so blessed to have found her. She listened to me, and then led me through what needed to be done to get me through my awful predicament. Megan was thorough, knowledgeable, and highly skilled in getting my case resolved successfully! I cannot thank her enou...gh for what she has done for me! She returned my life to me and I will be forever grateful! I would truly recommend her to anyone who asks, so thank you, Megan!

Posted by Bruce | July 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Professional and Hard Working

I hired Megan Blanco for possible reinstatement of my nursing license when all other lawyers said it wouldn’t be possible. Through the services she provided - thorough explanations, clear and timely communication, honesty about outcomes, and a relentless drive - she made the impossible, possible. I a...m thoroughly satisfied with the process, as well as the outcome, and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking assistance with nursing license situations or other legal needs.

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

She sets the bar!

My career was on the line when someone referred Megan Blancho to me. I was skeptical I was going to pay someone who was only half way involved in my case and not understand the effect this situation could have on my life. That was not the case at all. Megan is an absolute blessing. Ms.B...lancho's expert knowledge shined through along with her professionalism and excellent communication. I was never left unsure of what was going on in my case and she took the time to explain anything I wasn't clear on. Ms.Blancho is very personable and treated me like a respected human being. She even consulted with my criminal defense lawyer to explain what the result of my criminal charges would mean for my medical license. After some time, the DOH dropped my case. Megan was there every step of the way. Several months later I received a call from Ms.Blancho that the DOH had reopened my case in a different angle stating I was in violation of the Nurse Practice Act. I couldn't believe this. Megan was able to help close my case in just 2 months. Megan Blancho is a very affordable, very knowledgeable, true, professional yet personable lawyer. She sets the bar high at a fair price. No complaints, but wishful thinking she practiced criminal law and family law. If your medical career is on the line, you want Megan Blancho as your attorney!

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Hire Megan Now, Thank Her Later

I hired Megan as my defense attorney against the DOH. Megan was immediately available, it was clear that she had extensive experience dealing with the DOH, and I felt comfortable to hire her immediately. As with these cases, time is of the essence and Megan quickly got to work. She thoroughly explain...ed what was to be expected, answered any questions throughout the process, and provided reassurance. Thanks to Megan, my case is finally closed with a favorable outcome (we won) and my nightmare is over. When it comes to the DOH/BON, you DO NOT want to delay hiring representation and you want someone with with experience and expertise is this area. Hire her now, thank her later.

Posted by April | September 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Health Care

Case closed in 4 days!

I HIGHLY recommend Mrs. Blancho for any legal matter, especially involving a medical license! She had my case resolved and closed in 4 days. During that 4 days, she was in constant communication with me. I never once wondered what was happening. Her knowledge and expertise are second to none, an...d the attentiveness proved that she was as vested in my case as I was! Shes definitely the one to have on your side!

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Megan Blancho's Lawyer Endorsements

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Yekaterina Mesic

Health care lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Megan is a true expert in her field. I refer all of my healthcare professional to Megan. There are a few lawyers with the level of knowledge and experience that Megan has. I am always grateful for her wisdom on cases."

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Elizabeth Wood

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Megan since she was a prosecutor. She is very knowledgeable about the law and can help you out. Call her today!"

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Trisha Graham

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan Blancho is one of the most experienced, dedicated and compassionate lawyers I know. She is highly regarded by her peers. As a former prosecutor she has extensive trial experience. Megan is passionate about helping her clients and doing what it takes to seek justice."

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Tonya Holman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for criminal law. Megan brings hope to the filed.."

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Michael Cognata

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for DUI representation. A professional former prosecutor who definitely knows the ropes."

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Colin O'Dawe

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this Ms. Blancho. She is an excellent lawyer and obtains great outcomes for her clients."

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Lisa Spencer

Estate planning lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan is extremely thorough and caring. She will go the extra mile to take care of her clients. I love working with her."

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Chad Dorsk

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan is a talented and hardworking attorney who has a long history of trying and winning cases. You can put your trust in her because she is as honest as they come."

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Edgar Reynoso

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Megan's dedication to artful advocacy is first-rate."

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David Altman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Megan Blancho. Megan Blancho is well respected criminal defense / DUI / DWI attorney. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a criminal defense / DUI / DWI lawyer. If you need an attorney, you should consider contacting her for a consultation."

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Matthew Casey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Megan at both the State Attorney's Office in Pensacola and the Department of Health. She is a very hard worker and she has a lot of litigation experience. I would recommend her to anyone I know."

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James Garrett

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Megan and I were involved in many cases on opposite sides when she was a prosecutor in Norfolk, VA. I found her to be extremely thorough in her trial preparation, and ready to respond to any legal argument I might present. I can only think that she brings that same drive and determination in representing her Florida clients, now from the other side of the table."

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Yekaterina Mesic

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer

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Landon Miller

Criminal defense lawyer

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Elizabeth Wood

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tory Delpierre

Criminal defense lawyer

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Trisha Graham

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Cognata

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lisa Spencer

Estate planning lawyer

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Chad Dorsk

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Casey

Administrative law lawyer

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Cynthia Mikos

Administrative law lawyer

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Fiona DeSpain

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Garrett

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Excellence in Performance Supervisor, Florida Department of Health

2007

Employee of the month, Florida Department of Health

2002

CALI Award (top grade in the class) for Legal Communications, University of Akron School of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of Megan Blancho

2010 - 2013

Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Commonwealth's Attorney Office Norfolk Virginia

2007 - 2010

Assistant General Counsel, Florida Department Of Health

2004 - 2007

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Emerald Coast Business Women Group

Member

2013 - Present

Women of the Moose

Member

2013 - Present

Florida Bar, Government Lawyer Section

Membership Chair

2013 - Present

BNI - Business Networking International

Member

2011 - Present

VFW Ladies Auxiliary Life Member

Secretary

2009 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony - Domestic Violence Kidnapping/False Imprisonment

No Prosecution - Case Dismissed

Drug Trafficking became Possession

Charge reduction, withhold adjudication and administrative probation.

DUI 2nd in 5 Reduced to Reckless Driving

Reckless Driving

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Education

2004

University of Akron School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Akron

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Nurse Practitioner Council of Palm Beach County Conference

Protecting Your APR and License

2014

Veteran's Entrepreneur Conference: Bullet Proof Business Boot Camp Contracts and other Legal Issues

2014

SBDC Brown Bag Luncheon Selecting a Business Structure

2013

NWFSC Nurse Association Meeting

Nursing License and Florida Department of Health

Languages

English

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