At Lype, Dest & Smith, we understand the high stakes involved when a healthcare professional is under investigation or facing disciplinary action from a licensing board. These situations can be deeply stressful, potentially impacting not only your current employment but your entire career. That’s why our editorial guidelines are more than internal standards—they reflect our commitment to providing precise, authoritative, and accessible information that empowers medical professionals to make informed decisions. We take great care in addressing complex legal matters with clarity, especially when discussing critical topics like Medical Board License Defense in Texas. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, pharmacist, or dentist, the risk of license suspension or revocation is real and requires an aggressive and informed defense. At Lype, Dest & Smith, we bring years of experience and a proven track record in defending healthcare professionals before the Texas Medical Board and other state licensing authorities across the state.
Our mission is to protect the professional integrity and livelihood of healthcare providers across Texas. Whether you’re a physician, nurse, dentist, or pharmacist, we are dedicated to offering strategic legal counsel and tailored defense that aligns with state regulations and board-specific procedures.
We are a collaborative team of legal professionals with decades of experience in administrative law, healthcare litigation, and professional license defense. Our attorneys include former prosecutors and board-certified lawyers who understand how to navigate complex regulatory proceedings.
We believe in direct communication, fast response times, and thoroughly prepared cases. Every client receives a personalized legal strategy that addresses both the legal issues and the reputational stakes involved in disciplinary matters.
Not afraid to go to court when necessary, Dan has successfully litigated cases all the way to the Supreme Court of Texas. Dan also prides himself on being readily available to clients throughout their cases. He strongly believes effective representation should be a collaborative effort between a client and their attorney.
Years of experience: 15 years
Bar number: 24065658
Location: Austin, TX
Facing an investigation or disciplinary action from the Texas Medical Board (TMB) can jeopardize your license, income, and professional standing. Our firm has successfully represented physicians accused of violations ranging from documentation errors to boundary issues.
We guide our clients through each step:
The defense process in Texas is rigorous. According to the Texas Medical Board, even a single complaint can trigger an investigation with long-term consequences. It’s vital to have experienced counsel from the moment you are contacted.
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“Your legal challenges deserve precise attention and dedicated advocacy. We’re committed to navigating the complexities of law, ensuring your rights are safeguarded and your objectives achieved. Trust our experienced team to stand by you every step of the way.”
Dan Lype
Texas nurses are also subject to scrutiny under Nursing Peer Review, a process that allows employers or colleagues to report conduct that may violate nursing standards. While intended as a professional safeguard, it can be misused or misunderstood.
Our team works closely with Registered Nurses and Nurse Practitioners to:
We are familiar with the Texas Peer Review Process, which includes minor incident reporting and mandatory review for egregious violations. We ensure our clients are treated fairly and in compliance with state law.
Pharmacists facing investigations by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy often deal with issues like improper dispensing, recordkeeping errors, or alleged diversion. These cases require a strong understanding of both law and pharmacological practices.
Our representation includes:
Because the pharmacy board holds both administrative and enforcement authority, even minor infractions can lead to license restrictions or public reprimands.
The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners regulates dental practice in Texas and imposes disciplinary action for unprofessional conduct, patient complaints, or billing discrepancies. Lype, Dest & Smith offers legal representation to general and specialist dentists, as well as dental hygienists.
We assist in:
The Dental Board has extensive disciplinary reach, so early legal intervention can dramatically affect the outcome of an investigation.
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A thorough and experienced lawyer. We are grateful to have Dan and his staff helped us with our case, dealing with Texas Medical Board. Dan is honest, experienced and very thorough. He was supportive throughout the proceedings. His caring and calm nature has made us feel at ease during the whole process. His office staff was professional and responsive. Dan responded to our phone calls and emails promptly. We wholeheartedly recommend Dan and his firm without any reservation.
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At Lype, Dest & Smith, our work speaks through the stories of the professionals we’ve defended. Here’s what some of them had to say:
“Mr. Lype and his staff are amazing! If you need an attorney to help you with your case, I recommend him 100%. He is very honest and reliable. I am very happy with the outcome of my case.”
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“Lype, Dest & Smith were amazing to work with. I had a very unique and stressful situation, and they were with me every step of the way. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome!”
“Very professional and caring. They helped me during the most difficult time of my career and never made me feel like just another case.”
These testimonials reflect our commitment to legal outcomes and the people behind the cases.
If you’re facing a license investigation, don’t wait until it escalates—early intervention can make a critical difference in protecting your professional future. Whether you’ve received a complaint letter, been notified of an informal settlement conference, or are simply unsure how to respond, our team is here to guide you. The sooner we’re involved, the more options we have to build a strategic, effective defense tailored to your case. Our initial consultations are completely confidential and designed to provide clarity, direction, and peace of mind. Call us today to schedule a professional license defense consultation in Texas.
We proudly represent clients across Texas and are centrally located for easy access. Our office serves Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, and surrounding areas. Remote consultations are available upon request.
If your professional license and future career are at risk due to a pending investigation or disciplinary action, Lype, Dest & Smith is ready to stand by your side. We offer experienced, focused legal representation tailored to healthcare professionals throughout Texas. Don’t leave your license to chance. Reach out today and let our team provide the skilled defense and strategic guidance you need in Texas Medical Board License Defense.
If you or a loved one needs legal help, please fill out the form below for your consultation or call us at 512-881-3556
“ Wonderful Administrative Lawyer. Mr. Lype represented me at a hearing before the Texas Board of Law Examiners. After substantial preparation, I was well prepared for the hearing. Dan has relationships with the staff members and was able to help me understand exactly what to expect. With Dan’s assistance I was ab...”
“ Great Attorneys in Texas. This attorney is very diligent ,calm ,professional who will listen to you and very aggressive in his pursuit for justice for his clients.His main goal is exoneration for which he effortfully seeks.Plea deal would be his lost resort. Recently successfully represented me before the Texas Me...”
“ Worth every penny. Mr Lype is a bulldog when it comes to defending his client. He is diligent, agreesive and great listener. He provides timely updates on your case. Mr Lype is very verse in the healthcare laws of Texas and is worth having on your team. I would use him every time. ”
“ Highly recommend. I had pretty serious allegations resulting in an investigation. Dan helped guide me perfectly And gave me reassurance that I really needed.. He knew exactly how much information to provide at each step along the way. During my hearing, he pleaded my case very effectively. Due to his expertise, my...”
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