Chief Law Enforcement Officer, in and for the County of Cortland.

Director of the Cortland Shibu (branch) dojo of the Beikoku Shidokan Shorin Ryu Kara-te. Instructing at the Cortland YWCA. Teaching children from age 8 to adults in a non-competition kata (form) system. Currently hold the rank of yondan (5th degree black belt).

Serve as principal legal advisor to the Mayor of McGraw and all executive departments, Village Board of Trustees, and the Village’s 3 administrative bodies. Represent Village as Corporation Counsel in bond financing and Attorney of Record in Court, Empowered Agent for service-of-process, and Village Prosecutor for all alleged violations of Code of Ordinances. Prosecute litigation, compromise claims, respond to Causes of Action, and assess defenses and submitted Proofs of Claim.

Serve as principal legal advisor to the Town Supervisor and all executive departments, Town Council, and the Town’s administrative bodies. Represent Town as Corporation Counsel as Attorney of Record in Court, Empowered Agent for service-of-process, and Town Prosecutor for all alleged violations of Code of Ordinances. Prosecute litigation, compromise claims, respond to Causes of Action, and assess defenses and submitted Proofs of Claim.

Serve as solo practitioner within general practice law firm, with admittance to practice for 20 years and involvement in broad range of felony-level cases. Manage internal budget of $96,000+. Conducted 55 trials, arguing 8 times before the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division. Served as Cortland County Special Prosecutor for 20 cases.

Served as principal legal advisor to the Mayor of Homer and all 9 executive departments, Village Board of Trustees, and the Village’s 3 administrative bodies. Functioned as Parliamentarian for public meetings and hearings. Represented Village as Corporation Counsel in bond financing and Attorney of Record in Court, Empowered Agent for service-of-process, and Village Prosecutor for all alleged violations of Code of Ordinances. Prosecuted litigation, compromised claims, responded to Causes of… Show more Served as principal legal advisor to the Mayor of Homer and all 9 executive departments, Village Board of Trustees, and the Village’s 3 administrative bodies. Functioned as Parliamentarian for public meetings and hearings. Represented Village as Corporation Counsel in bond financing and Attorney of Record in Court, Empowered Agent for service-of-process, and Village Prosecutor for all alleged violations of Code of Ordinances. Prosecuted litigation, compromised claims, responded to Causes of Action, and assessed defenses and submitted Proofs of Claim.Key Accomplishments: Facilitated $115,000 savings for Village by conducting research and providing facts that Fire Service did not require new tanker truck as requested, leading to rejection of request without inhibiting service’s ability to provide full degree of protection. Show less

Retired.

Serve in role of Magistrate/Presiding Board Member on 4,200 detainee review cases in accordance with United Nations Security Council Resolutions; hold additional positions as Internally Displaced Persons Coordinator and Executive Officer. Manage team of 38, Top Secret/classified material, $80,000 annual budget, and $1 million in assets. Oversee Branch Chiefs for Plans & Operations, Essential Services, and Security. Interact with representatives from U.N. High Commission on Refugees… Show more Serve in role of Magistrate/Presiding Board Member on 4,200 detainee review cases in accordance with United Nations Security Council Resolutions; hold additional positions as Internally Displaced Persons Coordinator and Executive Officer. Manage team of 38, Top Secret/classified material, $80,000 annual budget, and $1 million in assets. Oversee Branch Chiefs for Plans & Operations, Essential Services, and Security. Interact with representatives from U.N. High Commission on Refugees, international and non-governmental organizations, and the Iraqi government. Show less

Serve as principal legal advisor to the Mayor of McGraw and all executive departments, Village Board of Trustees, and the Village’s 3 administrative bodies. Represent Village as Corporation Counsel in bond financing and Attorney of Record in Court, Empowered Agent for service-of-process, and Village Prosecutor for all alleged violations of Code of Ordinances. Prosecute litigation, compromise claims, respond to Causes of Action, and assess defenses and submitted Proofs of Claim.Key… Show more Serve as principal legal advisor to the Mayor of McGraw and all executive departments, Village Board of Trustees, and the Village’s 3 administrative bodies. Represent Village as Corporation Counsel in bond financing and Attorney of Record in Court, Empowered Agent for service-of-process, and Village Prosecutor for all alleged violations of Code of Ordinances. Prosecute litigation, compromise claims, respond to Causes of Action, and assess defenses and submitted Proofs of Claim.Key Accomplishments: Facilitated necessary bonding and review of contracts and grant compliance for multi-million dollar municipal water system rehabilitation project. Show less

Maintained appropriate case load of clients for criminal court representations, covered for absent/vacationing staff attorneys, and managed Public Defenders Office in absence of Appointed Public Defender. Handled 400 cases annually, 250 more than recommended by New York State Criminal Defenders Association.Key Accomplishments: Achieved 100% conclusion in average of 400 case annual docket, without grievance, gaining reputation for handling difficult trials and driving successful… Show more Maintained appropriate case load of clients for criminal court representations, covered for absent/vacationing staff attorneys, and managed Public Defenders Office in absence of Appointed Public Defender. Handled 400 cases annually, 250 more than recommended by New York State Criminal Defenders Association.Key Accomplishments: Achieved 100% conclusion in average of 400 case annual docket, without grievance, gaining reputation for handling difficult trials and driving successful resolution for majority of cases before trial. Prepared County Public Defender to argue before County Legislature and Superior Court Judges for moratorium on new case assignments to overloaded Public Defender staff. Secured subsequent approval.  Secured dismissal for alleged multiple felon who had well-established, credible alibi for accusation. Affirmed dismissals with Supreme Court Appellate Division. Show less