Richard Yili Cheng
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 18 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Ritter Spencer Cheng PLLC
15455 Dallas Parkway, Suite 600, Addison, TX, 75001
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Richard Yili Cheng's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Meredith Marquet | January 4, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Understanding, Kind and Knowledgeable
I am a mother of a 17 yr old special needs son and a 19 year old daughter who is studying out of state. I was a nontraditional student in that I waited until they were older to go to school. I graduated in 2013 with a degree in International Business. I taught Montessori, worked in banking and th...
Posted by Merryl | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Contract development
We asked Richard to develop a contract for us which he did. He was very professional and very timely. We enjoy working with him. He presents for our public seminars and does a very good job with excellent reviews.
Posted by anonymous | July 6, 2015
Great healthcare law resource
Richard has been very helpful in all healthcare and employment law questions he's had to address for me. No nonsense and reasonable fees. I've recommended him to other business owners.
Posted by Dan | July 3, 2015
Everything you need and more
Richard has worked on several contracts upon several deals of mine. He prevents you from being exposed and is great at explaining/describing any and all possible situations. Highly recommended.
Richard Yili Cheng's Lawyer Endorsements
"I unequivocally endorse Richard. Richard is a first-rate advocate and team member. His knowledge is expansive and his experience and temperament are assets of only the highest quality professionals in the legal market. If you need to ensure that an issue is handled correctly, call Richard first."
"Richard is thorough and detail-oriented. He takes these traits to any project he has and then can clearly explain his thought process, the opportunities, and possible outcomes. I refer people to Richard because I know that person will be in good hands."
"I have known Richard for several years, and worked with him at Anderson Kill and the ACC in Dallas. I endorse Richard as a very capable health care attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is most knowledgeable in multiple fields of health care law, a complex field. He stays on top of health law changes which occur daily and has a practical approach to client problems and practical solutions."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is a top attorney in his field. He is very thorough."
"Rich is a bright, hardworking attorney who knows how to balance legal compliance with business strategy. He helps clients achieve their objectives at a reasonable cost and in a timely manner. Rich has my endorsement in the areas of health care law, insurance law and administrative law."
"I have known Richard for a few years now, and he has always impressed me with his ability to relate law to the business of the matter. As a lawyer who has built his own legal department, Richard understands the business needs that drive clients to seek a lawyer and bringing that skills to his legal skills is unique. This is a quality that very few lawyers at firms have and will enhance Richard's representation of his clients."
"Bright, hard-working, energetic, and dedicated to fulfilling the needs of his clients above all. Highly recommend."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Leadership Tomorrow Program, Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce
2016
Texas Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2015
Selected Member, College of the State Bar of Texas
2015
Texas Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine
2015
Best Lawyer, D Magazine
2014
Selected Member, Frisco Leadership Class
2013
Life Fellow, Dallas Association of Young Lawyer Foundations
2012
Featured General Counsel - Texas Lawyer Magazine, Texas Lawyer Magazine
2012
Honored Distinguished Alumni, Collin College
2012
Service Recognition Award, Texas Occupational Therapy Association
2012
Best Corporate Counsel Finalist - Solo Category, ACC/D CEO Magazine
2012
Champion of Diversity Legal Award, National Diversity Council
2011
Corporate Counsel Rising Star, Dallas Business Journal
2011
Selected Leadership Class Member, Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
2011
Distinguished Services Award, Texas Occupational Therapy Association
2011
Best Corporate Counsel Finalist - Solo Category, ACC/ D CEO Magazine
2010
Distinguished Alumni - Department of Rehabilitative Sciences, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Shannon, Gracey, Ratliff & Miller, LLP
2014 - 2015
Shareholder, Anderson Kill
2011 - 2013
General Counsel, Senior Care Centers
2010 - 2011
General Counsel & VP of Medical Appeals, Century Rehabiliation, Inc.
2008 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Pearson Randall Schumacher & LaBore
2006 - 2008
Staff Attorney, Thomson Reuters
Associations
2015 - Present
National Association of Asian American ProfessionalsMember
2015 - Present
LeadingAge TexasMember
2015 - Present
Health Care Compliance AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Collin County Bar AssociationMember - Corporate Counsel Section
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember - Health & Admin Law Sections
2014 - Present
Texas Association for Home Care & HospiceGovernment Affairs Committee Member
2014 - Present
Texas Assisted Living AssociationPublic Policy Committee Member
2013 - Present
American Health Lawyers AssociationMember - Post Acute & Long Term Care Services Section
2013 - Present
Texas Restaurant AssociationMember
2012 - Present
William 'Mac' Taylor American Inn of CourtBarrister
2011 - Present
State Bar of TexasDiversity in Profession Committee; Health Law; Bus. Law Sections
2011 - Present
Texas Health Care AssociationLegal Committee Member
2011 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationHealth Law & M&A Sections
2009 - Present
Dallas Asian-American Bar AssociationMember - Board of Director (2013-2015)
2009 - Present
American College of Healthcare ExecutivesMember
2006 - Present
National Asian Pacific American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Frisco Association for the ArtsBoard Member - Operations Chair
2013 - 2015
National Rehabilitation Association-NASPPR DivisionBoard of Director
2011 - 2013
Texas Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
Association of Corporate Counsel1st Vice President
2009 - 2014
Texas Ocupational Therapy AssociationMember - Treasurer (2011-2013)
2009 - 2013
Dallas Association of Young LawyersMember
Education
2013
Graduate Certificate
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BSOT/MOT
N/A
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2016
Preventing Harassment & Discrimination in the Workplace
2016
Employer Rights with Open Carry
2016
Post-Acute Care Providers’ Anti-Discrimination Obligations
2016
Physician Ancillary Services
2016
Managing Protected Health Information Under HIPAA & Texas Privacy Law
2016
Managing Protected Health Information Under HIPAA and Texas Privacy Laws
2016
2016
Best Practices for Internships and Clerkships for 2Ls
2015
2015
2015
Employment Laws Affecting the Healthcare Industry
2015
Change of Ownership (CHOW) Preparation and Considerations
2015
Long Term Care Facility Concerns in Licensure, Certifications, Operations and Transactions
2015
2015
2015
2015
Being an Expert Witness: Duties, Testimony, Expert Reports and Ethical Considerations
2014
Overview of the Long Term Care Industry, Its Workforce, Licensure Requirements, and Exclusions
2014
A Look at Protecting Patient Information: HIPPA, HITECH Act and Texas HB 300
2014
Healthcare Fraud Concerns in Rehabilitation
2014
Confidentiality in Communication: With Residents, Staff and Family Members
2014
Long-Term Care Workforce, Licensures Involved, Change of Ownerships (CHOWs) and OIG Exclusions of Certain Staff in Long Term Care
2014
2013
2012
2012
2012
2012
In-House Career & Information Exchange
2011
2011
2011
“Getting Over the In-House Hump: Specific Counsel or Climbing to the Next Step.”
2011
Issues of Incapacity: Clinical and Legal Ramifications for Therapists and Clients
2010
Public Policy in Healthcare
Publications
2016
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Languages
Mandarin
English