Jim McGovern

PRO

Jim McGovern

also known as James Michael McGovern

4.9
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 32 years

Health care Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: Health Care, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Administrative Law, Licensing

604 East Rich Street, Columbus, OH

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About Jim

Biography

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with Ohio Professional Regulatory Boards

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with Ohio Professional Regulatory Boards

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with Ohio Professional Regulatory Boards

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with Ohio Professional Regulatory Boards

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with Ohio Professional Regulatory Boards

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Health Care 40%

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with: Ohio's Professional Regulatory Boards (Nursing Board, Medical Board, Dental Board, Pharmacy Board, Psychology Board, Chiropractic Board and others); employers; and credentialing organizations.

33 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Administrative Law 20%

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with: Ohio's Professional Regulatory Boards (Nursing Board, Medical Board, Dental Board, Pharmacy Board, Psychology Board, Chiropractic Board and others); employers; and credentialing organizations.

33 years | 500 cases

20%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 20%

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with: Ohio's Professional Regulatory Boards (Nursing Board, Medical Board, Dental Board, Pharmacy Board, Psychology Board, Chiropractic Board and others); employers; and credentialing organizations.

33 years | 500 cases

20%
Licensing 20%

I defend the interests of professionals in their dealings with: Ohio's Professional Regulatory Boards (Nursing Board, Medical Board, Dental Board, Pharmacy Board, Psychology Board, Chiropractic Board and others); employers; and credentialing organizations.

33 years | 500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 475-600 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 32 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Graff & McGovern, LPA

604 East Rich Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

graffmcgovern.com/

Jim McGovern's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

59 Client Reviews

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Posted by James | June 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

I hired Mr. McGovern in 2012 to represent me with an accusation about my character that was made to the Ohio Board of Nursing. I initially made a lot of mistakes by making important legal decisions under duress while I met with the Board alone. I contacted Mr. McGovern and from that point forward the... mistakes were eliminated and I was able to eventually reactivate my license. After the OBN dismissed my case and ruled the charges as baseless, I began the process of rebuilding my career. I am convinced my story would not have had a happy ending without Jim's patient dealings with the OBN and his tireless pursuit of the facts in my case.

Posted by Lady | June 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Great lawyer who gets the job done

I hired this company due to investigation with the BON and was very satisfied with my service. Very friendly staff, responds in a timely manner and payment plans available. With the help of this lawyer no actions were taken against my license and now I can breath again. If you ever looking for a good... lawyer please give them a call, I will recommend to anyone I know in need of a lawyer.

Posted by Shanda | March 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

A very knowledgeable attorney

James McGovern has been my attorney since 2014. I hired Mr. McGovern after I received a notice of an investigation regarding my nursing license. I immediately knew from our intial phone conversation that he was experienced with the process of the Ohio Nursing Board and told me step by step what I cou...ld expect next. He also provided me with options and assured me that he could help. I followed all of the advice Mr. McGovern and am currently working as an RN. A couple things really stood out for me while working with Mr. McGovern; when I had to appear in person at the OBN, Mr. McGovern had me meet at his office and then drove me to the appointment downtown Columbus. This unexpected courteousy relieved a lot of anxiety and frustration and gave us a chance to talk prior to the meeting. Also, Mr. McGovern communicated promptly through email and kept my attorney fees to a minimum. I highly recommend having legal representation while dealing with any organization that has control over your licensure. I noticed that because of Mr. McGovern, it appeared that the OBN responded to his inquiries much faster than they would have responded mine. Mr. McGovern made me feel safe, reassured and I felt as if someone was on my side every step of the way.

Posted by Melissa | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

Physical Therapy Board

Mr. McGovern was excellent and negotiated with the Physical Therapy Board on my behalf. I am able to return to physical therapy in the future and I'm very grateful for everything he did for me!

Posted by Laura | March 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thanks Mr. McGovern!

From the first time I spoke with Mr. McGovern I knew he would help me with my case. uUr first phone conversation he gathered information and was able to inform me of the usual course of events. He did not waste my time and money by pontificating (like a previous attorney had done) and he reviewed my ...case thoroughly. He was easy to reach by phone and personally returned calls quickly. During the hearing, he was easy to understand, speaking clearly and concisely. I will recommend his expert services to anybody who finds themselves in the unfortunate position to need an attorney.

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Jim McGovern's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Brehm

Licensing lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Patton

Administrative law lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jim and I served together in the Ohio Attorney General's Office. Jim has extensive administrative law experience in state government, as well as in the private sector representing clients with administrative law issues. He is a conscientious and effective attorney. I am proud to endorse him."

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Luther Liggett

Unknown lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim brings unique Government law experience for Administrative issues such as Licensure."

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Elizabeth Collis

Administrative law lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Jim McGovern for over twenty years. He is honest, hard working and knows how to handle cases before various Ohio licensure Boards. I have consulted with Jim on complicated cases and find that he has the knowledge, patience, compassion and experience to provide wise and reasoned counsel to clients. I routinely refer cases to Jim if my firm is conflicted out of the case as I know that Jim will provide the client with excellent representation. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Elizabeth Collis

Administrative law lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Best Lawyers - Best Law Firms, US News and World Reports

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Partner - Attorney, Graff & McGovern, LPA

1999 - 2007

Associate - Attorney, Hammond, Sewards & Williams

1993 - 1999

Assistant Attorney General, Ohio Attorney General's Office

1993 - 1993

Legal Intern, Ohio Attorney General's Office

Associations

2007 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association, Administrative Law Committee

2008 - 2010

Ohio State Bar Association, Administrative Law Committee

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

State Medical Board of Ohio

Dismissal of Charges in Notice of Opportunity for Hearing

Theft of Drugs with Criminal and Ohio Board of Nursing Charges

Dismissal and Sealing of Criminal Charges and Return to Licensed Nursing Practice

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Education

1993

Ohio State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Miami University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Fifth Annual Adminstrative Law Seminar

Pre-Hearing Motions

2015

Advanced Administrative Law

Pre-Hearing Preparation and Motions

2015

Administrative Law

Hearing Preparation

2014

Administrative Law

Hearing Preparation

Publications

Languages

English

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