Facts: Client hired firm after submitting an application for licensure. He received an investigative inquiry from TMB regarding his application and prior criminal convictions. Client was convicted of assault over 20 years ago and he did not fully disclose the conviction.
Outcome: Firm submitted an amendment to client’s application and explained the conviction along with describing client’s character since the event. The firm provided certified records with the supplement and argued that the prior conviction was no longer relevant to client’s current work as a physician assistant. After receipt of the amendment TMB approved the client’s application and issued him a license.
