Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Administrative Law Attorneys in California
Since 1997, our firm has dedicated itself to protecting the professional licenses and business interests of clients across California. We combine over two decades of specialized experience in administrative law with a personalized approach to legal strategy, ensuring each client receives tailored guidance aligned with their unique circumstances. Our team of seasoned attorneys has successfully represented professionals before nearly every California licensing board, navigating complex disciplinary actions and regulatory challenges.We prioritize direct communication, transparency, and ethical representation, maintaining a steadfast commitment to resolving cases efficiently while safeguarding clients' livelihoods. With a practice foundation built on collaboration and client advocacy, we continue to expand our expertise through ongoing engagement with evolving administrative law frameworks.
Services
Professional License Defense
Business Formations
Employment Law
Civil Litigation
DSS License Defense
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized experience in California administrative law
- Our attorneys have successfully defended licenses before all major state boards
- We develop customized legal strategies for each client's unique circumstances
- Client-first approach with direct attorney communication throughout the process
- Proven track record in complex professional license defense cases
What people say
Exceptionally attentive
Successfully resolved disciplinary actions
Compassionate and effective representation
Timely response saved my license
Knowledgeable business law guidance
Services
Professional License Defense
We defend licensed professionals against disciplinary actions before California regulatory boards. Our attorneys employ strategic advocacy to protect careers through negotiated settlements and formal hearings. With experience handling cases involving RN licenses, CSLB citations, and DSS investigations, we provide targeted defense strategies while maintaining open communication with clients throughout the process.
Business Formations
Our firm guides clients through business formation and transaction processes in California. We specialize in structuring entities that align with long-term professional goals while ensuring compliance with state regulations. Services include drafting contracts, negotiating terms, and providing ongoing legal support for business operations and transitions.
Employment Law
We represent professionals in employment law matters including wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, and contractual disputes. Our approach combines proactive counseling with aggressive advocacy to protect employee rights while navigating California's complex labor regulations and administrative procedures.
Civil Litigation
Our litigation practice handles civil matters involving professional licensing boards and regulatory agencies. We provide comprehensive representation from initial investigations through trial proceedings, focusing on minimizing professional repercussions while achieving favorable legal outcomes for our clients.
DSS License Defense
We specialize in defending assisted living providers and other CDSS licensees against regulatory actions. Our attorneys navigate the complexities of Department of Social Services investigations, working to maintain operational licenses while protecting clients' professional reputations through targeted legal interventions.
People
Robert F. Hahn
Senior Partner
With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Hahn specializes in professional license defense and administrative law. He has successfully represented clients before California licensing boards and maintains deep familiarity with state regulatory agencies' operations and legal frameworks.
Jacob G. Reinhardt
Managing Partner
Admitted to the California Bar in 2011, Mr. Reinhardt focuses on license defense and business transactions. He brings extensive experience in administrative law proceedings and has developed expertise in representing professionals facing disciplinary actions before state regulatory bodies.
Michelle Pietrantoni
Associate Attorney
Ms. Pietrantoni joined the firm in 2021 after working as a legal assistant. She specializes in administrative license defense and has assisted in resolving numerous disciplinary cases, gaining familiarity with regulatory board operations and defense strategies.
Iustina Mignea
Associate Attorney
Ms. Mignea focuses on administrative license defense and employment law. With a decade of experience, she represents California professionals facing disciplinary actions and employment-related legal challenges, providing targeted advocacy within regulatory frameworks.
Questions
What areas of law does Gould, Hahn & Reinhardt specialize in?
We specialize in professional license defense, administrative law, business formations, employment law, and civil litigation matters involving California regulatory agencies.
How does the firm handle professional license defense cases?
Our attorneys develop customized defense strategies through direct negotiation with regulatory boards or formal hearings, focusing on preserving clients' licenses and professional reputations.
Do you represent clients outside California?
While our attorneys are licensed in California, we primarily serve clients within the state due to jurisdictional limitations on administrative law matters.
What experience do your attorneys have with licensing boards?
Our team has represented clients before nearly every California licensing board, including the Board of Registered Nursing and CSLB, with a proven track record of successful outcomes.
How do you communicate with clients during active cases?
We maintain direct communication through phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings, ensuring clients receive timely updates and can reach their assigned attorney throughout the process.
