Our Presence – Nationwide Medical License Defense Firm
We are headquartered in Dallas, Texas but boast of a nationwide presence. Dr. Oberheiden is licensed to practice across the U.S. We also have affiliate local attorneys and other experts/consultants nationwide that allow us to represent medical professionals in all states in the U.S.
Our Team
Founder – Dr. Nick Oberheiden
Dr. Oberheiden is a nationally renowned accomplished litigator. He offers clients effective advocacy characterized by strategic detail-oriented representation. Dr. Oberheiden has represented clients in almost all states in the U.S. He has also featured in many renowned media outlets and global publications like Forbes Magazine.
Oberheiden’s experience on either side of complex cases and a track record having resolved hundreds of cases puts him as one of the most trusted advocates for medical professionals who have already lost their medical licenses or fighting allegations that are likely to end up in a license revocation and/or a jail term. Here’s more on Dr. Oberheiden.
Lynette Byrd- Partner
Dr. Oberheiden works alongside Lynette Byrd – a former AUSA (Assistant U.S. Attorney) with first-hand practice experience on criminal and civil litigation, insurance, and Medicare audits as well as general health care law advice and counseling.
Lynette Byrd has unmatched government experience on review, analysis, and case determination of “qui tam & whistleblower” lawsuits, Medicare fraud, and more. Ms. Byrd has worked closely with CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services), HHS (Department of Health & Human Services), Office of Inspector General, the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), and other U.S. law enforcement agencies. Here’s more on Lynette Byrd.
Ellen Comley – Senior Counsel
Ellen has vast experience handling federal criminal cases on all levels. She has defended many individuals and businesses nationwide in complex DOJ investigations and cases involving government agencies. Comley’s specializes in healthcare fraud defense. She has defended clients under investigation for many federal offenses and conspiracy charges, including, but not limited to, bribery and federal Controlled Substances Act cases. Here’s more on Ellen Comley.
Nationwide Network of Medical License Defense Lawyers
Oberheiden P.C. is home to many medical license defense attorneys nationwide, which is why we are offer our services in all states in America.
Consultants
As mentioned above, our team is also composed of former FBI and DEA special agents working as experts, consultants, and advisers. We have experts from many other fields that are directly or indirectly beneficial in medical-related cases/investigations. Our consultants give us a first-hand perspective on the inner workings of government agencies allowing us to come up with concrete defense strategies for our client’s benefit.
Investigators
We also have experienced investigators in our team that have handled countless medical license-related cases. Their private and public background offers our highly experienced litigators some much-needed insights that guarantee positive case outcomes more often than not.
Our Clientele
We represent medical professionals that find themselves in a variety of licensing issues. Our clients are doctors, nurses, pharmacists, counselors, therapists, physician assistants, psychiatrists, psychologists, chiropractors, and radiology assistants, among other medical professionals who require a license to practice/work.
What you should know about Oberheiden P.C.
We are preferred because of many reasons, the most notable being:
1. We have a proven record
We have saved our clients from jail-time and millions in fees and fines they would have otherwise paid if they lost cases. Our team is composed of seasoned attorneys only who are widely-respected and known to secure favorable results, whether it’s through negotiations or at trial.
2. Nationwide presence
We represent medical professionals nationwide. We have presence in almost all states in the U.S. through our network of affiliate Medical License defense attorneys.
3. Guaranteed representation by experienced attorneys
Unlike most law firms, we don’t assign cases to junior attorneys or paralegals. We understand the consequences of losing a medical license or to have your license suspended, which is why all cases are handled by highly experienced attorneys only. What’s more, every case receives the commitment it deserves.
4. Lower charges
Oberheiden P.C.com charges less than other medical license defense law firms. While we are unmatched in most aspects, including experience, we don’t overcharge our clients. We can charge lower fees because we enjoy economies of scale. Our nationwide presence means we can reach all clients nationwide with ease.
5. Unwavering commitment to fighting for our clients
We won’t stop until we secure your license. We understand the cost and sacrifices that go into getting a medical license, which is why we defend our clients relentlessly.
FAQs about Our Law Firm
I am being investigated. Can Oberheiden P.C. help me avoid federal criminal charges?
Possibly. In most federal investigations handled by our lawyers in the past, we’ve managed to protect our clients from criminal charges.
What medical license issues can you handle?
We can handle any medical license issue imaginable. Some of the cases we’ve handled in the past include health code violations, patient death, healthcare fraud charges, standard of care breaches, ethical violations, among many other issues that can make a medical professional lose their license.
