I graduated from law school in 2004 and have spent nearly every day since then in court. Whether that was as a judge's clerk, a prosecutor, a defense attorney ... and as a defendant. I am not a perfect person. I have made mistakes in my life ... made poor decisions ... and I have had to rely on others (including a lawyer) to help me navigate those difficult times. I also needed to come to terms with a chemical dependency problem that was causing harm to myself and others. Gratefully, I found a program that works and, after turning myself over to the care of a power greater than myself. I have begun the long (and rewarding) process of making a daily amends to those that I hurt --- primarily by not returning to old/bad habits and by embracing a commitment to rigorous honesty ... something that allows me to live life (and its ups and downs) on life's terms. I am not a magician. But, I do believe that I have the personal and professional experience necessary to advise you about when it comes to what you can/should consider when you or someone you love is facing the sort of problem that might require the hiring of a lawyer. And, if you decide that I am the right attorney for the case --- I will do whatever it takes to help earn the best possible outcome under the circumstances.