When a License is on the Line: Navigating Criminal Cases and Parallel Licensing Proceedings for Clients

When a doctor or lawyer client faces a criminal investigation, there is more on the line than “just” a conviction and potential sentence. In addition to facing these serious penalties, the client faces the additional risk of losing his or her license to practice. This panel walks through the intricacies of representing these professionals in criminal investigations while also navigating licensing proceedings before the Board of Bar Overseers and the Board of Registration in Medicine. This panel will offer advice on how best to go about protecting your client’s liberty as well as their livelihood.