Professional Experience
I’ve prosecuted and defended many criminal cases. From DUII to Measure 11 cases. I’ve also represented many businesses and individuals in real estate, business, personal injury and estate planning. I personally founded and operated a Construction business and this Law Firm. This varied background gives me a unique perspective on representing individuals and businesses.
Outside Activities
I believe community service is a duty for people who have the time and energy. I currently serve on the Hillsboro School Board Bond review committee where I can contribute my knowledge about constructing and financing to better our schools. I am a Board member of the Hillsboro Library Foundation, which is committed to supporting literacy and libraries, and which raised one million dollars recently to help fund the new Hillsboro main library. I'm a former member of the Washington County Juvenile Crime Prevention Committee, the Hillsboro Libarary Board (including two years as its chairperson), Commissioner for the Washigton County Commission on Children and Families, and Board member of the Clark County Washington Head Start.
Most of the rest of my time is spent with my wife and three daughters. My wife and I helped run the McKinney grade school book club, where all my children went to grade school, and I'm actively involved in my daughters dance team helping with props. I continue my attempt to master the guitar.
How I Serve My Clients
I like to solve problems and to achieve results. I will review the issue that brought you into my office, analyze all aspects of that issue and develop a plan of action assessing your risks or opportunities. My background in virtually all areas of the law and my business background in owning and operating non-legal businesses, give me a unique perspective that I use to my clients benefit.
Please email me if you'd like to have me help you, or if you'd like more information.
Areas of Practice:
Real Estate, Contracts, Business Entities, Criminal Law
Experience:
- Washington County Deputy District Attorney's office (1986-1989);
- Private Practice Since 1989;
- Hillsboro Municipal Court Judge (1990-2000);
- Hearings Officer:
- Metro (1996-2007);
- Multnomah County Health Department (2000-present);
- Clackamas County (1998-2002) Clean Water Services (1992-2006);
Undergraduate School:
B.A., Urban Planning, University of Washington, 1982.
Please Call: 503-648-4777