Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Advocate for Healthcare Professionals and Veterans in Roseville, CA
The Law Office Of Bruce W. Ebert has provided specialized legal defense and forensic psychology services for over 30 years. Our firm combines dual expertise in clinical/forensic psychology and health law to protect healthcare professionals facing licensing board actions while advocating for veterans' benefits. With a 72:1 win record in recent Board of Psychology and Behavioral Health Sciences cases, we represent clients before California Licensing Boards including the Medical Board of California and Board of Registered Nurses. Our Air Force Veteran founder, Dr. Bruce Ebert, applies his unique qualifications as a Ph.D., J.D., LL.M, and ABPP-certified professional to deliver comprehensive defense strategies.We maintain an open-door policy with personalized service, conducting in-custody evaluations and providing expert testimony in military trials. Our team's specialized knowledge extends to neuroscience applications in legal contexts and VA disability claims, where we've successfully represented hundreds of veterans with a 97% win rate before the Board of Veterans Appeals.
Services
Health License Defense
Forensic Psychology Evaluations
Military Trial Consultation
Veterans Law Advocacy
Legal Defense for Healthcare Professionals
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of combined legal and clinical psychology expertise
- 72:1 win record in recent licensing board cases
- Dual-qualified attorney and forensic psychologist team
- 97% success rate in VA disability appeals
- No upfront fees for veterans' services
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Professional Psychology
- American Board of Medical Psychotherapy
- State Bar of California
Services
Health License Defense
We defend healthcare professionals against licensing board actions including revocation, suspension, and probation proceedings. Our team handles cases involving alleged malpractice, ethical violations, and criminal charges affecting professional licenses. With over 30 years of experience, we maintain a 72:1 win record in recent Board of Psychology and Behavioral Health Sciences cases while representing nurses, physicians, and mental health practitioners before California licensing boards.
Forensic Psychology Evaluations
Our forensic evaluations combine clinical psychology expertise with legal knowledge to support criminal and civil cases. We conduct competency determinations, risk assessments, and mental state evaluations using evidence-based instruments like MMPI-2 and Hare PCL-R. Services include in-custody evaluations at Northern California jails and comprehensive reports integrating neuroscience research with statutory requirements for court proceedings in eight California counties.
Military Trial Consultation
As an Air Force Veteran with 10+ years of active duty experience, Dr. Ebert provides expert consultation for military trials. Our services include case analysis, witness preparation, psychological demonstrative evidence development, and panel member selection. We've supported over 650 military cases at bases worldwide, combining legal strategy with forensic psychology expertise to assist trial teams through all phases of court-martial proceedings.
Veterans Law Advocacy
We advocate for veterans' disability compensation claims with a 97% success rate before the Board of Veterans Appeals. Our services include claim preparation, nexus letter coordination, and appellate representation through the Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. As a VA-accredited attorney, we offer free consultations with no upfront fees, only collecting payment when veterans receive compensation for service-connected disabilities including PTSD and traumatic brain injury.
Legal Defense for Healthcare Professionals
Our defense services protect healthcare providers facing licensing board complaints and administrative investigations. We handle cases involving alleged ethical violations, patient complaints, and criminal charges that could impact professional licensure. With representation before the Medical Board of California and other regulatory agencies, we develop customized defense strategies to protect both professional licenses and reputations while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.
People
Dr. Bruce W. Ebert
Attorney & Clinical/Forensic Psychologist
Dr. Ebert is a dual-qualified attorney and board-certified forensic psychologist with over 30 years of experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical and Forensic Psychology, a J.D. from the University of the Pacific, and an LL.M. in health law. As an Air Force Veteran, he combines legal expertise with clinical insights to defend healthcare professionals and advocate for veterans' benefits.
Dan Cartwright
Legal Research Lead
Dan Cartwright serves as our Legal Research Lead, providing comprehensive support for complex cases. He specializes in analyzing legal precedents and developing research strategies that strengthen our clients' defense cases across various healthcare licensing matters.
Fara Elizalde
Paralegal, MBA
Fara Elizalde combines her paralegal expertise with business administration background to manage case logistics and client communications. She coordinates document preparation and case management activities while ensuring efficient office operations.
Julia Gelis
Provisional Attorney, J.D.
Julia Gelis provides legal support as a provisional attorney, assisting with case preparation and client consultations. She contributes to veterans' benefits claims and licensing defense cases while working toward full bar admission.
Lance Howell
Administrative Assistant
Lance Howell manages office operations and client communications. He serves as the first point of contact for clients, coordinating appointments and maintaining case documentation systems.
Questions
What areas do you serve for healthcare license defense?
We represent healthcare professionals across California, with particular expertise in Northern California counties including Sacramento, Placer, and El Dorado.
Do you offer free consultations for veterans?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all veterans seeking disability compensation benefits with no upfront fees.
What types of forensic evaluations do you conduct?
We perform competency assessments, risk evaluations, and mental state determinations for criminal and civil cases using evidence-based psychological instruments.
How experienced are you with military trials?
Dr. Ebert has consulted on over 650 military cases worldwide with 10+ years of Air Force service and trial team participation.
What sets your veterans' advocacy apart?
Our unique combination of VA accreditation, clinical psychology expertise, and legal strategy delivers comprehensive representation for veterans' disability claims.
How are fees structured for license defense cases?
We offer transparent fee structures with payment plans available, and veterans' services are contingency-based with no upfront costs.
