Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer

The Leichter Law Firm is devoted to providing quality legal representation to medical professionals accused of drug and alcohol related criminal offenses. Mr. Leichter is a former criminal prosecutor and has extensive knowledge and experience both prosecuting and defending drug- and alcohol-related crimes.

To aid in the defense of our clients, our firm often employs the services of:

• Medical Doctors, including Addiction Specialists & Psychiatrists
• Psychologists & Therapists
• Chemists & Drug Testing Experts
• Computer & I.T. Forensic Specialists
• Accountants
• Professional Investigators

The ramifications of an arrest and indictment alone are severe. However, the consequences of a criminal conviction for a licensed healthcare professional can often be devastating. For these reasons it is imperative that legal counsel is obtained as soon as there is any indication that criminal charges may be filed against you or your organization. Without representation, you may be at a loss and surrender rights that you otherwise might not have known existed.

If you have been charged with a crime and your professional license is at risk, the Texas criminal defense lawyers of the Leichter Law Firm may be able to help you. To discuss your case with one of our experienced attorneys, please contact us today by calling 512-495-9995.

Criminal Law and Licensure

Criminal law and the multitude of issues which surround an arrest, indictment, trial conviction, plea agreement, probation, jail time, or a final conviction weigh heavily upon an administrative agency’s decision to pursue misconduct charges. In many cases, the decision is directed by statute and the misconduct, suspension, or revocation proceedings following a criminal conviction are required as a matter of law.

Therefore, when a licensed professional is facing criminal charges, it is imperative that he or she hire representation familiar with criminal practice and procedure as well as the repercussions that a given plea agreement or even trial could have on the professional’s license. In many instances, certain convictions, whether for deferred adjudication or straight community supervision, will require a mandatory suspension or revocation of the licensee’s license.

Some agencies require, upon a conviction for specific offenses, that the license be revoked unless the licensee can show that it is in the best interest of society as well as the licensee that he or she maintains the license. For obvious reasons, it is imperative that a licensee charged with a state or federal offense seek professional counsel to assist in decision making and explain the ramifications that a charge or plea agreement may have upon licensure renewal, application, or the filing of misconduct charges.

Drug offenses and violations of the Health and Safety Code allow for (and often require) some of the stiffest administrative and civil penalties upon a professional or healthcare license. Moreover, fraud is often associated with the unlawful possession or obtaining of prescription drugs. Therefore, it is imperative that a licensed professional seek immediate criminal representation to assist in the pretrial planning and proactive strategies that should accompany an arrest or indictment.

After being arrested for DWI, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Family Violence Assault, Allegations of Fraud, or Drug Diversion, professionals often hide and tend to ignore the problem thinking “they can’t do this to me.” This is often the worst approach that a licensed professional can take, as valuable time is often wasted that could have been used to either prepare a defense or assemble and develop mitigation evidence.

The Law Office of Louis Leichter is especially devoted to representing both the criminal and the administrative needs of physicians and other licensed professionals. Having vast experience in both of these arenas, the Law Office of Louis Leichter provides criminal representation with an understanding of the licensee’s professional needs.

Moreover, because we represent clients with the entirety of their professional practice in mind, we can provide sound advice, advocacy, and a strong criminal defense without losing sight of the client’s desire to continue working in his or her chosen profession. Furthermore, the possibility for miscommunication with a client or between attorneys is minimized so that the client’s primary interests and concerns can dictate strategy.

Representative Criminal Matters

The Following is a list of some of the typical cases handled by our firm:

• Healthcare Fraud
• Medicare/Medicaid/ Federal Health Care Reimbursement
• Insurance Fraud
• Theft & Embezzlement
• Drug Diversion
• Drug Possession, Manufacturing & Delivery
• Obtaining a Controlled Substance by Fraud and Deceit
• Driving While Intoxicated
• Intoxication Assault
• Intoxication Manslaughter

Contact Us

If you have been charged with a crime and your professional license may be in jeopardy, you need to know that your attorney has a wealth of experience handling these cases. To discuss your needs and concerns with our dedicated criminal attorneys, please contact us today by calling 512-495-9995.