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Your Trusted Partner for Texas License Defense Solutions
Bertolino LLP is a results-driven law firm dedicated to defending the professional licenses of individuals across Texas. With a client-centered approach, our attorneys specialize in navigating disciplinary actions from licensing boards, agencies, and commissions. Our team combines decades of experience with a deep understanding of Texas regulatory frameworks to protect clients' careers and reputations.We prioritize transparency, aggressive legal strategies, and personalized service to achieve dismissals or reduced penalties in complex cases. Our track record includes successfully resolving matters for healthcare professionals, educators, real estate agents, and tradespeople facing allegations ranging from misconduct to licensing application denials.
Services
Medical License Defense
Teacher License Defense
Real Estate License Defense
Vocational License Defense
Licensing Board Appeals
Highlights and features
- We offer 16+ years of experience in Texas license defense cases
- Our attorneys thrive in high-pressure regulatory environments
- We provide honest evaluations and transparent case strategies
- Our team includes former government regulators with insider knowledge
- We guarantee direct access to lead attorneys throughout your case
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Services
Medical License Defense
Our attorneys defend Texas healthcare professionals against Texas Medical Board investigations. We handle allegations ranging from standard of care issues to prescription violations. With former regulatory experts on our team, we craft strategic defenses to protect medical licenses. Our approach combines deep knowledge of healthcare regulations with aggressive advocacy to achieve dismissals or reduced penalties.
Teacher License Defense
We represent educators facing State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) investigations. Our team handles allegations including inappropriate conduct, ethics violations, and contract abandonment. We guide teachers through informal conferences and formal hearings to protect their certification status. Our attorneys understand the unique challenges educators face in disciplinary proceedings.
Real Estate License Defense
Our firm defends real estate professionals before the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). We handle fraud allegations, licensing application denials, and disciplinary actions. We work to prevent license suspension or revocation through strategic negotiations and formal appeals. Our attorneys understand TREC's enforcement priorities and procedural requirements.
Vocational License Defense
We protect tradespeople's licenses across Texas, including plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians. Our team handles investigations related to fraudulent credentials, negligence claims, and regulatory violations. We negotiate with licensing boards to minimize penalties while preserving clients' ability to work.
Licensing Board Appeals
Our attorneys handle appeals for denied license applications and disciplinary actions. We represent clients before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) to challenge unfair decisions. Our approach combines procedural expertise with persuasive legal arguments to secure favorable outcomes.
People
Tony R. Bertolino
Founding Attorney
Managing Partner with admission to Texas Bar, New York Bar, and 10 federal courtrooms including U.S. Supreme Court. Specializes in complex litigation and licensing board defense.
Sheri Middlemas
Chief Operating Officer
20+ years legal operations leadership with expertise in process optimization and business strategy. Oversees firm growth initiatives and client relations systems.
Troy Beaulieu
Director of Legal Services
16+ years legal experience including government regulatory roles. Focuses on administrative law, ethics, and licensing board proceedings.
LaJuana Acklin
Senior Associate
11+ years civil litigation and administrative law experience. Represents professionals before licensing boards and in complex regulatory matters.
Cimone Murphree
Public Education & Regulatory Awareness Manager
Former medical assistant turned regulatory educator. Produces 'Know Your Regulator' podcast and coordinates client regulatory awareness initiatives.
Questions
What should I do if I receive a licensing board complaint?
Contact Bertolino LLP LLP immediately. Our attorneys will help craft a strategic response to protect your license and career.
Can you represent me before Texas licensing boards?
Yes, we represent clients before all major Texas licensing agencies including TMB, SBEC, and TREC.
How do you handle medical license defense cases?
We employ former regulators and medical licensing experts to build robust defenses tailored to healthcare professionals' needs.
Do you offer free case evaluations?
Yes, we provide complimentary consultations to assess your case and recommend next steps.
What disciplinary actions can licensing boards take?
Potential actions include warnings, fines, probation, suspension, or revocation of professional licenses.
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