Simas & Associates, Ltd., is dedicated to safeguarding and protecting the rights of clients whose businesses are heavily regulated by the government. Guided by the ultimate needs of each client and the impact on their particular business, or professional circumstances, we work to achieve ethical, positive, and cost-effective solutions for our […]
A person whose license has been revoked or suspended may petition for reinstatement or reduction of penalty under Gov. Code, § 11522, which applies to virtually all state agencies that license or register people or entities and take action against their licenses. It specifically governs petitions for reinstatement, except when […]
When a licensee has had his or her license revoked—or otherwise surrendered a license—regaining one’s profession requires a petition for reinstatement. The attorneys of Simas & Associates, Ltd., have many years of experience in petitioning licensing boards and commissions for reinstatement of our clients’ licenses. While the burden of proof […]
As our team celebrates its 17th Anniversary of practice, we reflect upon the hundreds, if not thousands, of clients we have helped since 2002 when our predecessor firm was founded by Steven L. Simas in Sacramento. They include nearly every kind of licensed health care professional and other licensees, and […]
As we celebrate our 16th anniversary, Steve Simas is reflecting back on when Simas & Associates was formed. Steve Simas, the leader of the firm, has consistently instilled a core value in all of the work that we do. What is that core value? That we remain guided by the […]
Community and Professional Involvement Simas & Associates, Ltd., has five offices in the state of California. As we represent businesses and legal professionals in their formation, and acquisition of and defense of state licenses, we have established our main office in the state capitol of Sacramento, California. In order to […]
At the beginning of 2012, California became the seventh state in the U.S. to permit two new subtypes of stock corporations. Flexible Purpose Corporation – This is ideal for those wanting to engage in more than one of the purposes outlined in California Corporations Code section 2602(b)(2) and the Articles of […]
Parents of children with disabilities often do not understand their rights as well as California’s special education dispute resolution system. The Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) is an independent state agency that provides resolution services for individuals and government agencies that are in dispute. OAH conducts hearings consistent with their […]
Learn about the Who, What, When, Where, and How of Registering Professional Corporations.
Settling Disputes through Mediation and Arbitration At Simas and Associates, we take pride in discerning and achieving our clients’ goals while mitigating the impact of legal issues on their ability to run their business or practice their profession. In fact, this is our Mission. This is why we have chosen […]