Attorney Biography
As an attorney for twenty years I have incorporated my personal and professional experiences into the practice of law. Personal attention is what my clients receive. When I appear at court for you we will recognize each other. I am not an attorney who stands in court announcing my client's name because I do not know who they are. As a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force, as an Operations Manager at Frito-Lay and in my personal life I have learned that we all have moments which are more sensitive than others. As an attorney I take great satisfaction in helping my clients during these moments. My first client from 20 ago is still with me. I don't know everything, but I am the first place to call because if I can't help you, I will find someone who will provide service at a reasonable price. My twenty years of practice have allowed me to narrow my focus of law to those identified. I have found that by focusing on what I enjoy, I can represent your needs better and can do so at a more reasonable price.
Lt. Colonel, United State Air Force (retired)
Adjudicator - City of St. Louis
Special US Attorney Appointment Southern District of Illinois
Missouri State Public Defender - Contract Attorney
Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)St. Louis County Domestic Violence CourtSt. Charles County Family CourtSt. Charles County Probate Court
Military Accomplishments
Meritorious Service Medal (oak leaf cluster)Commendation Medal (oak leaf cluster)Achievement MedalCombat Readiness MedalNational Defense MedalHumanitarian Service MedalDistinguished Graduate - Air Force ROTC
Areas of Practice
Administrative Law
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Bankruptcy
Business & Commercial Law
Consumer Protection
Contracts
Debtor/Creditor
Business Organizations
Civil Litigation
Collections
Constitutional Law
Discrimination
Construction Law
Criminal Law
DUI/DWI
Traffic Violations
White Collar Crimes
Employment Law -- Employee
Employment Law -- Employer
Entertainment, Sports & Leisure Law
Estate Planning
Trusts
Wills
Family Law
Adoption
Child Support
Custody & Visitation
Divorce
Government Agencies & Programs
Government Contracts
Health & Health Care Law
Elder Law
Nursing Home
Labor Law
Litigation & Appeals
Military Law
Native Peoples Law
Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
Probate & Estate Administration
Products Liability Law
Medical Malpractice
Real Estate
Eminent Domain
Foreclosure & Alternatives
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord/Tenant
State, Local & Municipal Law
Taxation Law
Transportation Law
Workers' Compensation Law
Bad Faith Insurance
Sexual Harassment
Social Security -- Disability
Trademarks
Litigation Percentage
30% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Languages
Spanish