I attended Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, GA (1985-1988), and began practicing business/civil litigation in Chicago: 1st in a medium (100 attys), then a large-sized firm (300 attys). My business litigation experience ranges from collection, to bankruptcy, intellectual property, insurance/reinsurance defense & coverage to representing large corporate clients on a variety of matters.

As a sole practioner in CA, I have handled a broad variety of business/contract diputes, but I also represent several music and film artists (rap, hip hop, urban) on any matters--I'm a good negotiator and can handle matters both in & out of the courtroom.

Recently, I have also successfully defended clients on misdemeanors (DUI, DMV matters, purported parole violations & warrants). I don't guarantee results, but have had certain cases dismissed and/or renegotiated plea bargains--results that a public defender would not fight for.

Bottom line--I enjoy "in court" work, but I believe the best litigators work for you to stay out of court.