Defense of Real Estate Licenses
Serving Professionals in Fremont, Newark, Union City and Throughout California
Has your real estate license been put in jeopardy because of accusations of negligent or inappropriate actions, such as failure to follow the proper paperwork requirements of the Business and Professions code? Are you being accused of failing to properly supervise other agents or employees under your charge? Have you been charged with a crime outside of work that could have an impact on your license? Was your license renewal application denied because of allegations made against you?
If your real estate license is at risk of suspension or revocation, the Law Office of Mark Cohen can help protect your career. I have experience providing administrative law representation to real estate agents and brokers, as well as mortgage agents and brokers.
Contact lawyer Mark Cohen today for knowledgeable legal representation.
Administrative Law is a Unique Area of the Law
An attorney who is adept at civil trials may not necessarily be knowledgeable about administrative hearings, simply because the procedures, as well as the rules of evidence, are significantly different. In order to be successful in administrative law, an attorney needs to have experience with the procedures and the rules. I have experience in providing real estate license defense and I can put my knowledge to work for you.
The Administrative Law Process
After an accusation has been made against you, the first step is to provide a written response. In fact, strict time limits apply to filing a response. Under some circumstances a failure to file a timely response can result in a denial of your right to a hearing. Immediately after filing a response a request for discovery should be made so that you can obtain all the evidence the board has against you. This is just the beginning.
There will be an investigation stage. Should you subpoena additional records? Should you obtain an order permitting the deposition of parties and witnesses? These are questions that must be addressed strategically.
Even before an accusation is filed you may be asked to give a statement and cooperate with an investigator. This may pose a dilemma as you may have some statutory obligations to cooperate but you also may have an overriding constitutional right to remain silent if criminal activity is suspected. I will take great care in guiding you through this stage of the process.
Real Estate license defense can also involve a resolution without an administrative hearing as a result of negotiations with the board's legal counsel. Informal resolutions should also be explored to see if a satisfactory result can be achieved given the evidence at hand. I am experienced in negotiating informal resolutions as well as conducting a defense at administrative hearing and have protected the careers of many professionals in this setting. You can be confident in my ability to protect your future in your chosen profession.
Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation Today
If your real estate license is at risk of being suspended or revoked, contact my law office online or by telephone at 510-371-0975. You will talk with a skilled California lawyer who knows the law and genuinely wants to help you reach the best possible outcome.
