Attorneys for Licensed Professionals

Howell, Buchan & Strong, Attorneys at Law has over +30 years of combined attorney experience.

We represent health care professionals, other licensed professionals and facilities in the State of Florida in front of government agencies, professional boards, and courts of law.

If you have questions about your rights, our legal team is available to review your case.
Our consultation is always free and there is no obligation.

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Health care Licensing

DOH and AHCA Experienced

The law is complex and investigations by the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) can be complicated and stressful. If you have received notice of an investigation, administrative complaint, emergency suspension order, notice of intent to deny, preliminary audit letter, or other notice from DOH or AHCA regarding your professional nursing, physical, medical, facility or other medical license, obtaining competent advice from an experienced health care license attorney early in the process can be beneficial.
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Areas of Health Care Law Expertise

AHCA Licensing & Investigations

At Howell, Buchan & Strong, we defend health care professionals facing licensing issues, investigations, and disciplinary actions. Our experienced attorneys represent clients before Florida’s Board of Medicine and the Department of Health, protecting their right to practice.
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Contracts

Contracts are the foundation of any business or professional agreement, but unclear terms or hidden risks can lead to costly disputes. We help you with clear, reliable, and protective contracts.
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DOH Complaints & Investigations

The Florida Department of Health's investigation process is complex, with strict deadlines and important legal rights. Our legal team helps healthcare professionals navigate the process, defending their licenses for the best outcome.
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Exemptions from Disqualifications

If a Level II background check deems you "not eligible," you can apply for an exemption to regain employment eligibility. Howell, Buchan & Strong helps navigate this complex process, ensuring you meet deadlines and protect your career.
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Florida Nursing Law and Regulation

Florida nurses must balance patient care with legal requirements under Florida Nursing Law. Howell, Buchan & Strong helps protect nurses’ rights while navigating these regulations and maintaining their licenses.
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Health Care Facility Regulation

Florida healthcare facilities are regulated by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). Howell, Buchan & Strong helps organizations navigate AHCA investigations and administrative complaints to protect their rights.
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Intervention Project for Nurses

If you face impairment allegations, the Intervention Project for Nurses (IPN) process can jeopardize your nursing career. We provide experienced legal counsel to help protect your license, navigate the IPN process, and avoid severe consequences.
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Licensing For Health Care Professionals

Obtaining a health care license in Florida can be complex. Learn how we guide professionals through the process and state regulations.
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Medical Licenses

We assist physicians with navigating the Florida licensing process, addressing criminal background issues, reviewing contracts, and representing them before the Board of Medicine.
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Office Surgery Registration and Regulation

Howell, Buchan & Strong helps health care providers manage Florida’s complex Office Surgery Registration process, ensuring compliance and successful registration.
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Osteopathic Medical Licenses

Obtaining an Osteopathic Medical License in Florida requires meeting strict eligibility standards and navigating background checks. Our firm helps physicians tackle licensing challenges and regulatory concerns.
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Workers’ Compensation

Our Firm has extensive experience in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law. That background includes representation of small businesses and employers, but also injured workers.
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Professional Licensing

We Have Experience!

The law is complex and dealing with Florida’s regulating agencies can be complicated and stressful. If you have received notice of an investigation, administrative complaint, emergency suspension order, notice of intent to deny, preliminary audit letter, stop work order, or other notice regarding your professional license or business, obtaining competent advice from an experienced attorney early in the process can be beneficial.
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Areas of Law Practice

Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco License

There are dozens of licenses that are given to those in the alcohol and tobacco business. The maze of licensing applications can be tedious and confusing. Let us help guide you!
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Barber License

In Florida, barbers must maintain a valid license to practice, but complaints, disciplinary actions, or application issues can put their careers at risk. We defend barbers and protect their right to work.
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License

A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Florida is subject to numerous regulations. From applying for your CPA license to defending it, our firm is experienced in helping you protect your livelihood.
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Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB)

Florida’s Construction Industry Licensing Board regulates licensing for contractors, but complaints, investigations, or disciplinary actions can threaten your ability to work. Learn how we defend construction professionals facing licensing challenges.
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Contracts

Contracts are the foundation of any business or professional agreement, but unclear terms or hidden risks can lead to costly disputes. We help you with clear, reliable, and protective contracts.
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Cosmetology License

It's more than a license, it's your profession and your passion. Howell, Buchan & Strong knows your Florida professional license is a lifeline to your livelihood and we help defend and protect it.
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Insurance Agent & Adjuster License

The process by which the state of Florida regulates insurance agents and adjusters is complex. Our Attorneys understand the licensing application process and can help protect your livelihood.
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Licensing Complaints & Investigations

The process by which the State of Florida regulates licensed businesses and professionals is complex. There are critical deadlines that must be followed to successfully resolve your case. You also have important legal rights during this process, but these rights can be waived by missing key deadlines.
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Real Estate License

Your Real Estate license is a lifeline to your ability to work in Florida and Howell, Buchan & Strong is uniquely qualified to represent you and defend it.
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Stop Work Orders

At Howell, Buchan & Strong Attorneys at Law, we exhaust all avenues to help you keep your business open, obtain a release from your Stop Work Order, and reduce your penalty.
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Workers’ Compensation

Our Firm has extensive experience in the field of Workers’ Compensation Law. That background includes representation of small businesses and employers, but also injured workers.
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Our Florida Locations

We proudly serve Florida with offices throughout the state.

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