Associate Attorney who has rejoined his original firm in Cleveland after a three year absence to expand his practice to North Carolina and focus his practice solely on OVI defense.

Associate Attorney responsible for OVI and all other misdemeanor matters in Franklin and surrounding counties.

Associate solely responsible for over 80 open civil litigation files ranging from wrongful death and workers' compensation to breach of contract and negligence claims.

Review confidential and potentially privileged documents for law firms in preparation for trial and/or resolution of the case.

Criminal defense attorney with expansion Cleveland practice extending to civil and housing litigation. Representation of retained and court appointed clientele. Caseload ranging from minor traffic citations to major felony level, including, but not limited to, domestic violence, rape and attempted murder. Expansive knowledge and experience with felony drug cases. Extensive practice in Eighth District Court of Appeals-including writing appeals and oral argument. Experience with civil practice that included intake of clientele, negotiations with opposing counsel, drafting/filing of complaints, depositions and resolution of cases. Civil rights violation experience limited to drafting and filing of complaints. Active in Housing court and proficient in Landlord/tenant matters. Last felon case in Cuyahoga County resulted in dismissal of second degree burglary charge.

Provided tutoring to underprivileged, inner city elementary students in Math and Reading Comprehension. Primary work hours Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-6:30 and occasional Saturday hours.