Protect Your Professional License — and Your Career
If your professional license is under investigation or threatened with suspension or revocation, your career and reputation are at stake. At Rutan Law, we represent Ohio professionals before licensing boards and agencies statewide.
We help clients respond to board investigations, navigate compliance hearings, and defend against disciplinary actions — with a proven understanding of the administrative process and the laws that govern your profession.
We Defend All Licensed Professionals
At Rutan Law, we proudly defend Ohio professionals whose livelihoods depend on maintaining an active and unblemished license. Whether you’ve been notified of a board investigation, received a notice of disciplinary action, or face license suspension or revocation, our firm provides experienced legal defense to help you protect your career and reputation. We understand how devastating board actions can be — from nursing license complaints to medical ethics investigations and teaching credential issues — and we fight to achieve the best possible outcome in every case.
We represent clients across a wide range of professions, including:
- Nurses (Ohio Board of Nursing)
- Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Medical Professionals
- Teachers and Educators
- Counselors, Therapists, and Social Workers
- Real Estate Agents
- Pharmacists
- Accountants
- Dentists
- Chiropractors
- Other Licensed Professionals
Whether your issue involves an ethics complaint, criminal charge, substance allegation, or reporting requirement, we guide you from the first notice through final resolution.
Common License Defense Issues
Every licensing board in Ohio has unique procedures, reporting requirements, and disciplinary rules. Many professionals find themselves facing board action not because of bad intent, but due to misunderstandings, paperwork errors, or issues that arise after unrelated criminal matters. At Rutan Law, we understand how to protect your license, your reputation, and your future.
We handle all types of professional license defense matters, including:Board Investigations and Inquiries
Responding promptly and strategically to letters of inquiry, notices of investigation, or subpoenas from licensing boards to prevent escalation or formal discipline.
Allegations of Misconduct or Criminal Convictions
Protecting your professional license after criminal charges, ethics complaints, or board allegations, and presenting evidence of rehabilitation or mitigation.
Failure to Report Discipline, Arrests, or Convictions
Helping professionals who miss mandatory reporting deadlines to self-disclose appropriately and reduce the risk of suspension or revocation.
Substance Use or Impairment Allegations
Defending against claims of drug or alcohol impairment or mental health concerns that may jeopardize your ability to practice, and guiding you through treatment-based alternatives or monitoring programs.
Continuing Education or Renewal Disputes
Assisting with CEU deficiencies, missed renewal deadlines, or licensure lapses, and helping you file compliance plans or reinstatement petitions.
License Application Denials
Challenging denied license applications and correcting errors in background checks, disclosures, or criminal record explanations.
Probation, Consent Agreements, and Compliance Monitoring
Negotiating fair terms and ensuring you remain in good standing under board-imposed conditions, while avoiding future violations.
Summary Suspensions or Emergency Restrictions
Acting quickly to contest emergency suspensions, request expedited hearings, and restore your ability to practice.
Character or Moral Fitness Evaluations
Preparing persuasive responses, documentation, and references to demonstrate good moral character and fitness to practice.
Reinstatement of Lapsed or Suspended Licenses
Guiding professionals through the reinstatement process, including appeals, hearings, and compliance plans to return to active status.
When your career and professional reputation are on the line, timing is critical. Don’t try to face a licensing board alone — even minor mistakes can have lasting consequences. Let Rutan Law protect your license and help you move forward with confidence.
Why Choose Rutan Law
When your career and reputation are at risk, you need a lawyer who understands not just the law — but the boards, the process, and the stakes. At Rutan Law, we bring the experience, insight, and dedication required to defend your professional future.
✔ Experienced Administrative Law Defense
We have experience handling cases before Ohio’s professional licensing boards, administrative agencies, and hearing officers. We know how to build strong responses, negotiate consent agreements, and challenge unfair findings.
✔ Deep Knowledge of Ohio’s Licensing Boards
Each board — from the Ohio Board of Nursing to the Medical Board, Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board, and others — has its own procedures. We know their rules, timelines, and how to strategically engage with investigators and attorneys.
✔ Strong Criminal Defense Background
Because many licensing issues arise after criminal charges or convictions, our foundation in Ohio criminal defense law gives you an added advantage. We understand how to protect both your legal rights and your professional credentials.
✔ Personalized Strategy & Compassionate Guidance
No two cases are alike. We take the time to learn your situation, goals, and concerns — then design a customized defense strategy to protect your license while minimizing stress and uncertainty.
✔ Proven Results and Trusted Advocacy
Attorney John P.M. Rutan has represented countless Ohio professionals — including nurses, doctors, teachers, and other licensed individuals — helping them avoid suspensions, restore their licenses, and move forward with confidence.
Get Help Now
If you’ve received a letter from your board or are under investigation, don’t wait. Early action can make all the difference.
📞 Call (614) 307-4343 or fill out our contact form for a confidential consultation.
