Simas & Associates is a law firm specializing in the defense of malpractice, ADA, health care, contractor and government administration civil and criminal litigation. When a professional license is in jeopardy it pays to have an expert legal defense team to defend the ability to work. Please take advantage of a free initial legal defense consultation by submitting a quick query. Here.
Simas & Associates’ defense attorneys have handled hundreds of administrative hearing cases in California. We know the legal landscape and how it effects documentation and legal representation of professional licenses. Simas & Associates can also appeal decisions of the licensing agency in defense of the ability to remain at work.
Simas & Associates offers a comprehensive array of legal defense services to health care providers of all types throughout the State of California. Our experienced defense attorneys dedicate themselves to advancing our clients’ legal defense in support of their business and professional objectives.
Simas & Associates offers legal defense to DVMs, RVTs, and other staff practicing veterinary medicine in California. We represent every staff member within a Veterinary Office, Pet Hospital or Animal Clinic and partners with many major veterinary malpractice insurers who often include coverage for license defense and will pay legal & expert witness fees.
Simas & Associates understands that when defending a medical license we are often also defending a professionals’ ability to work. Our expert defense attorneys regularly represent RNs, LVNs, midwives, PAs and Techs before both Boards of Nursing, the office of administrative hearings, and in state courts.
Simas & Associates is one of California’s leading Administrative Law firms and has successfully defended malpractice claims and lawsuits on behalf of MDs, attorneys, DVMs, DPMs, PTs, nurses and optometrists. We have extensive experience defending professionals and licensees from claims of malpractice.
Simas & Associates advises employers throughout California regarding employment law. Combined federal, state and local labor & employment law is confusing, we help businesses remain compliant. We also represent employees who have been wrongfully terminated, faced discrimination or sexual harassment and other challenges.
Since 2002, Simas & Associates, Ltd., has defended licensed professionals and businesses before most local, state, and federal agencies, and has advised small businesses and trade associations in their formation and day-to-day business practices. Simas & Associates, Ltd., has four offices in the state of California. We have established our main office in the state capitol of Sacramento, California. In order to provide statewide coverage, our firm established a second office along the central coast in San Luis Obispo, a third office in San Jose, and in 2016, a fourth location in San Diego. As a result, Simas & Associates, Ltd., is positioned to serve all business and professional licensees throughout the state. Contact us for a free initial consultation.
In areas of legal specialization, Simas & Associates, Ltd., has entered into longstanding and successful relationships with independent attorneys to provide clients with specialized services.
Steven L. Simas is an AV® Preeminate™ Rated attorney and the founding member of Simas & Associates, Ltd. Mr. Simas graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and King Hall University of California, Davis School of Law with his Juris Doctorate.
Mr. Tatick obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Business Law from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, and a Masters in Sports Administration from Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana. Mr. Tatick then earned his Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego where he received a Dean’s Merit Scholarship and graduated at the top of his class.
Simas & Associates, Ltd., takes great pride in all of the work we do on behalf of our clients, and the testimonials from our clients reflect that commitment. From drafting documents to advising new entities, responding to legal or governmental challenges to representing our clients in administrative hearings, civil litigation, or appeals, we enjoy the challenge of a good day’s legal work.
“I could not have retained a better law firm than Simas & Associates, Ltd. I say this with the greatest sincerity! My litigation was complicated and unique. Mr. Simas, his associates, and his staff were relentless in their efforts, research, and preparation for my case … [They] were prepared for trial, and prepared me for the experience. Their optimism, experience in Administrative Law, court room decorum, and dedication to my case led to the success of “winning” my case. My license was issued and I am successfully back in business, doing what I love!”
“Honest, Top-Notch Employment Attorney I have known Steve Simas for more than a dozen years, both personally and professionally. He is a brilliant and tireless regulatory lawyer, litigator, and employment law attorney. I worked with Steve in the California Legislature as a colleague, and I have hired him thereafter for the outstanding quality of his work as an employment lawyer and his unsurpassed integrity and work ethic. Not only is Steve a top-notch employment attorney, but he is honest to the core. I’m a very satisfied, repeat client.”
“Would Not Hesitate to Hire Again As unpleasant as it is to be a defendant in a lawsuit, it was a pleasure to work with Simas & Associates, Ltd. They are cordial, professional, knowledgeable, and prompt. I would not hesitate to recommend them or use their services again, were the need to arise.”
“Simas and Associates saved my life! The written response to the medical board review of my case was outstanding – very professional. Every single detail of the my case was thoroughly explained in the initial response. Pertinent publications were referenced and provided to the medical board for review. The medical board closed the case within weeks. I give the very highest recommendation to Simas and Associates whenever you have a legal event to defend. Do not underestimate the VALUE of experienced representation.”
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