Facts: Client AA, retained firm after receiving notice that his application for licensure was being transferred to the Enforcement Division of BON and an investigation was being initiated. The notice did not disclose the reason for the transfer. AA had been granted a temporary license by BON prior to the notice and had already moved to Texas and started employment under his temporary license. AA’s temporary license was set to expire about 30 days after the notice and under BON rule temporary licenses cannot be extended.
Outcome: BERTOLINO LLP responded to the notice by efficiently contacting BON to determine which investigator was assigned to the matter. Once this was determined the firm contacted the investigator to determine the reason for the transfer. After disclosure, the firm drafted a response detailing the events surrounding AA’s felony assault arrest and disclosing why he failed to report the arrest on his BON application. The firm provided evidence in support of AA and followed up accordingly as AA’s licensure expiration date was quickly approaching. Generally, these investigations can take several months to close, however due to the efficient work of the firm, AA received his full license prior to expiration of his temporary license. The matter was effectively closed.