Louisiana Licensing Board Defense
Got a letter from your licensing board? I defend counselors, social workers, nurses, speech-language pathologists, CPAs, behavior analysts, and physicians before Louisiana licensing boards.
Book a consultationA board letter is not a formality. Whether it's a complaint from a client, a report from an employer, or a question about your records, how you respond in the first few weeks will shape everything that follows.
Most licensed professionals I represent have never been in front of their board before. They're worried about their license, their income, and their reputation, and they're tempted to write back quickly to explain themselves. That instinct is understandable, but a well-meant response written without counsel can raise new questions, admit more than the facts require, or miss the issue the board actually cares about.
I've spent 17 years in healthcare law, and I know how these boards work and what they look for. My job is to help you respond carefully, protect your license, and move the matter toward resolution.
Got a board letter? Start here
- Don't respond yet. Read the letter carefully, note the deadline, and hold off on writing back or calling the investigator until you've talked with a lawyer.
- Don't contact the person who complained. Even a friendly outreach can look like pressure or retaliation.
- Preserve your records. Keep client files, notes, emails, and texts exactly as they are. Don't add to or change anything.
- Check your insurance. Many professional liability policies include coverage for licensing board defense. Look for a "license protection" or "disciplinary proceedings" provision, and see "Your insurance may help pay" below.
- Call early. The sooner you have counsel, the more options you have, including time to ask for an extension if the deadline is tight.
Who I represent
Counselors (LPCs, PLPCs, LMFTs)
I represent licensed professional counselors, provisional licensees, and marriage and family therapists before the Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselors Board of Examiners. Common issues include boundary and dual-relationship complaints, documentation and record-keeping, supervision questions, and custody-related complaints.
Social workers (LMSWs, LCSWs)
I defend social workers before the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners, including complaints about boundaries, confidentiality, documentation, and supervision.
Nurses (RNs, APRNs, LPNs)
I represent registered nurses and advanced practice nurses before the Louisiana State Board of Nursing, and practical nurses before the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners. Matters often involve medication and documentation questions, scope of practice, and employer reports.
Speech-language pathologists and audiologists
I represent SLPs and audiologists before the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, including complaints about billing, documentation, supervision of assistants, and client care.
Behavior analysts
I represent BCBAs and other licensed behavior analysts before the Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board.
CPAs
I represent certified public accountants in complaints and inquiries before the State Board of Certified Public Accountants of Louisiana.
Physicians
I defend physicians in complaints and investigations before the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, and I understand what's at stake for your practice, your hospital privileges, and your employment contract.
How the process works
Every board has its own rules, but most Louisiana board matters follow a similar path.
- Notice. The board sends a letter describing the complaint or concern and usually asks for a written response by a deadline.
- Your response. We prepare a careful written response and gather the records that support it.
- Investigation. The board may request more documents or ask you to sit for an interview. I prepare you and attend with you.
- Resolution. Many matters close at this stage, either dismissed or resolved through an informal conference or agreement.
- Hearing, if needed. If the matter isn't resolved informally, I represent you at a formal hearing before the board.
At each step, I explain your options so you can make decisions with a clear picture of what's ahead.
Your insurance may help pay
Many professional liability policies cover all or part of the cost of defending a licensing board complaint. Check your policy, or call your carrier, before assuming you'll pay out of pocket.
Many policies also let you choose your own attorney. If yours does, it's worth choosing a lawyer who practices in Louisiana and knows your board: its rules, its staff, and how it tends to handle cases like yours. An out-of-state attorney assigned by your carrier may be capable, but local knowledge of your board can make a real difference.
I'm happy to help you review your policy and work with your carrier on coverage.
Why work with me
I've practiced healthcare law for 17 years, and I know how investigations are built and boards operate on the inside.
I also teach CE and training for hospital systems, universities, and professional groups, so I spend time with clinicians before problems start, not just after.
A board complaint can feel isolating. I'll be direct with you about where you stand, and I'll treat you with the respect you've earned in your profession.
Don't face your board alone.
If you've received a letter from your licensing board, reach out before you respond. Consultations are available by phone, video, or in person across Louisiana.
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