TEXAS ADMINISTRATIVE LAW ATTORNEY

Texas Administrative Lawyer

The Texas administrative law attorneys at Leichter Law focus on representing clients in contested hearings before state licensing boards, commissions, and enforcement agencies. We also represent professionals and organizations appealing the decisions of entities ranging from state agencies and the State Office of Administrative Hearings to the Court of Appeals and the Texas Supreme Court.

To learn more about how the Leichter Law Firm may be able to help you, please contact us today by calling 512-495-9995.

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What Is Administrative Law? 

Administrative law is a branch of public law that governs the activities of administrative agencies of government. These agencies are tasked with implementing and enforcing specific regulations and laws passed by legislative bodies. Administrative law sets out the framework within which these agencies operate, including their powers, procedures, and limitations.

Specific aspects of administrative law include:

  • Rulemaking: Creating rules and regulations that have the force of law in their specific jurisdiction.
  • Adjudication: Arbitrating disputes or issues within their area or expertise, such as in hearings, investigations, and decisions made by an administrative law judge or panel.
  • Enforcement: Enforcing rules and regulations they create, such as issuing fines, penalties, or other administrative actions. 
  • Judicial review: Administrative actions and decisions are subject to judicial review to ensure they comply with the law and adhere to principles of fairness and due process.
  • Public participation: Administrative law often includes provisions for public participation in the rulemaking process. This allows interested parties to provide feedback on proposed regulations before they are finalized.

What Are the Functions of Administrative Law? 

The functions of administrative law include regulating and controlling state and federal administrative agencies, protecting individual rights, promoting accountability and transparency, resolving disputes, and facilitating government efficiency. Administrative law plays a crucial role in balancing the powers of government. It allows for adaptation of government policies and regulations to changing social, economic, and technological conditions.

What Is the Texas Administrative Code?

The Texas Administrative Code (TAC) is a collection of the rules of all state agencies in Texas. The Office of the Secretary of State maintains and publishes it. It is basically the state’s version of the federal Administrative Procedure Act, as it was created in 1977 under the Administrative Code Act. 

It acts as a reference for businesses, individuals, government officials, and attorneys who want to understand and comply with various life and business regulations in Texas. Because the TAC is so easily accessible online, it provides transparency regarding rules established by state government agencies. This promotes fairness and consistency in those agencies’ administration.

Administrative Law Examples in Texas

Aside from the Texas Administrative Code, which compiles all government agency administrative procedures in the state, there are other important examples of administrative law in Texas. The Office of the Attorney General publishes an Administrative Law Handbook each year. It provides an overview of the regulatory process in Texas.

What Is an Administrative Lawyer?

An administrative lawyer is one who practices in the area of administrative law. Administrative lawyers focus on representing clients in matters related to regulatory compliance, administrative agencies, and government decision-making processes.

Administrative lawyers can help businesses and people navigate the complexities of administrative law. They also ensure that government agencies act within the bounds of the law and respect their clients’ rights.

An administrative law attorney handles issues that occur between individuals, businesses, or organizations and local or state government agencies. This could include advising their clients on compliance with regulations or representing them in a formal court proceeding.

Specific examples of what administrative law practice may involve include:

  • Representing clients before administrative agencies
  • Advising individuals, businesses, and organizations on compliance with laws and regulations
  • Appealing agency decisions and seeking judicial review of administrative actions in court
  • Litigating disputes involving administrative law issues in court

Administrative attorneys do not have a set cost that applies to all lawyers practicing in the field. Each attorney sets their own rates, often by the hour. At Leichter Law, we offer free initial consultations so that our clients can have their cases evaluated before they decide to take legal action.

You may need an administrative attorney if you are facing disputes with state or federal agencies. Maybe the state or federal government passed a new regulation that negatively affected your business. Or maybe you have been denied certain benefits or licenses. You may even need an administrative lawyer if a government agency is taking action against you.

Texas Administrative Law Proceedings

Our experienced Texas administrative law attorneys have a wealth of experience litigating a wide variety of cases, including those involving:

  • ISC -Informal Settlement Conference / Show Compliance Hearings
  • SOAH –Contested Case Hearings
  • Temporary Suspension Hearings / Emergency Suspension Hearings
  • Probation or Consent Order Violations
  • Modification & Termination of Disciplinary Orders
  • Medicare/Medicaid Exclusions by the OIG
  • DEA Surrenders & Reinstatements
  • Character & Fitness Determinations
  • Initial Licensure Committee Proceedings
  • Injunctions & Declaratory Orders
  • Agency Rule Challenges
  • Appeals

Whatever your particular administrative-law needs, we would like to discuss your case with you in order to learn more about how we may be able to help you.

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Defense Against Texas Government Agencies

The Leichter Law Firm represents clients before numerous State and Federal Administrative bodies. Examples include:

We have a wealth of experience dealing with a wide variety of agencies, and we may be able to put this to work towards your defense.

Texas Drug Enforcement Administration Investigations

Our administrative lawyers are particularly skilled in handling Texas DEA investigations. We can help at various stages of the DEA investigation process, including the following.

  • Initial DEA registration
  • When receiving a show-cause order due to an investigation
  • When a surprise inspection leads to a request for voluntary surrender of registration

If you have been subjected to a DEA investigation in Texas or if the DEA asked you to surrender your controlled substance registration voluntarily, the attorneys at Leichter Law can help.

Why Choose Leichter Law for Your Administrative Law Case?

Our attorneys have an abundance of experience and resources when it comes to helping healthcare professionals defend against DEA claims and investigations. Negligent DEA agents often unfairly intimidate practitioners into surrendering their registrations. We’re here to help you achieve justice against these negligent agents.

Administrative Law Attorneys Serving Texas

At Leichter Law, we’re proud to serve the residents of Texas where they are, providing them with the legal services they need. 

Contact Our Texas Administrative Law Attorneys Today

If you are facing a hearing in front of an administrative body in the state of Texas, the Leichter Law Firm may be able to help you. To discuss your case with one of our experienced Texas administrative law attorneys, please contact us today by calling 512-495-9995.

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Austin, TX 78702
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3700 N Main St
Houston, TX 77009
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214 N 16th St #128
McAllen, TX 78501
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