I'm a self reliant problem solver with intense stamina.   Many people say I'm extremely competitive but I just despise losing.  It angers me when insurance companies low ball our clients which is why we enjoy a well earned reputation for fighting in court to protect our clients.   For the first part of my legal career I practiced personal injury, workers' compensation and Social Security disability in Maryland and Washington, DC.   These days, my practice is concentrated in handling signficant personal injury claims. Since I started with the firm in 1986 we've grown from 3 lawyers and 2 support staff in one office to more than 30  lawyers and  100 employees in four offices.  I've lived in the Washington, DC area since 1985 and come from a large family.   I've been married to my wife  since 1994 and have 4 children.   When I'm not working I spend lots of time with my children either watching them play or participating with them in lacrosse, soccer, ice hockey, golf, rugby, skiing, fishing and biking among other activities.   I enjoy the outdoors - mountains as well as the beach - and try to find time to travel to different countries to experience new environments and cultures.