I received my Juris Doctor degree from Cooley Law School in May 1986 with cum laude honors.  I was hired by a firm in  private practice in October 1987 and I am now a partner in the same firm.  I  specialize in Domestic Relations matters. In 2007 I completed the  40-hour class through the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) to serve as a mediator.  I have maintained classes to continue my status on the court list, with my most recent class in October 2020.  I practice primarily in Genesee and Shiawassee Counties.  I have previously served as the  as chairperson of the Family Court Committee of the Genesee County Bar Association.  I was also be the President of the Shiawassee County Bar Association for 2013-14.