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Dillon Zinser is a proud East Tennessee native. Dillon was born in Knoxville, but grew up in Maryville Tennessee. Shortly after graduating from college in 2013, Dillon moved to Knoxville, where he resides now. From a young age, Dillon wanted to be a lawyer to help people through difficult situations.. Dillon earned his Associate’s Degree from Pellissippi State Community College, before transferring to the University of Tennessee to complete his Bachelor’s Degree. Dillon spent three years working as a Supplemental Instructor and Tutor in Biology and Anatomy before commencing his legal education at the University of Tennessee College of Law in 2016. In 2017, Dillon began working for the Law Office of Joshua S. Reed as an intern after completing his first year of law school. Upon his successful completion of the Bar Exam and being licensed to practice, Dillon joined the firm at the Law Office of Joshua S. Reed as an Associate Attorney. Dillon’s practice focuses primarily on criminal defense and defending the rights of the accused, but Dillon also enjoys working on family law cases and estate planning matters for the firm.. Dillon strives to give back to his East Tennessee community, through both his legal work and volunteering with local organizations. He is an active member of the Knoxville Bar Association, the Blount County Bar Association, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association. During his free time, Dillon enjoys playing disc golf with his friends, hiking trails in and around the Great Smoky Mountains, riding his bike, and attending concerts around town.

Devin S. DeVore practices law in the areas of Social Security Disability, IRS Tax Resolution, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, and Criminal Defense.. Mr. DeVore received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Brigham Young University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Tennessee College of Law with a concentration in advocacy and dispute resolution. While at Brigham Young University he was a member of the Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society and played the electric bass for his alma mater's Young Ambassador Show Band. Between receiving his undergraduate degree and entering law school, Mr. DeVore assisted thousands of disabled claimants throughout Tennessee and Florida with getting approved for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income benefits. During law school he was on the editorial staff for the Tennessee Journal of Law and Policy and participated in the law school's Public Defender Externship program.. Since graduating from law school Mr. DeVore has continued to represent disabled and injured individuals throughout East Tennessee. He is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives (NOSSCR).

David’s practice includes a broad range of intellectual property matters, with particular emphasis on patent prosecution. David has extensive experience in preparing and prosecuting patent application in technology areas such as pharmaceutical formulations, lubricants, biopolymers, pesticides, papermaking, and environmental remediation.. David supervises the ongoing prosecution and maintenance of the patent portfolios for multiple clients. He has also advised clients in negotiating the purchase of various patent portfolios.. In regard to litigation, David has assisted in multiple patent infringement lawsuits, including pre-trial discovery and motion practice, negotiating settlements, and appeals to the Federal Circuit. He also regularly prepares opinions of counsel in regard to questions of patent infringement and/or validity.. David joined LuedekaNeely as a law clerk in 1998. He became an associate of the firm in 1999 and a shareholder in 2008.. Prior to attending law school, David worked as Process Manager at Ethox Chemicals, in Greenville, SC. At Ethox, he worked extensively in the preparation and manufacturing of a broad range of surfactant chemicals, including ethoxylated and propoxylated alcohols, amines, and acids; esterified ethoxylates and propoxylates; and phosphate esters.

Daniel is approachable, easy to talk to and a great listener.  These are just a few of Daniel’s most outstanding qualities – crucial elements that make it easy for him to keep an open dialogue with his clients as he guides them through challenging situations.. Daniel’s practice focuses on estate planning, probate administration, banking and contract law. In addition to providing estate planning and probate services to clients, Mr. Wilkins has assisted businesses and financial institutions in regulatory compliance and transactional issues, and has advised both creditors and debtors in loan transactions and debt restructurings. Mr. Wilkins has represented businesses and individuals in state and federal courts, as well as in mediations. Mr. Wilkins is admitted to practice in all Tennessee state courts and in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. He is a member of the Tennessee and Knoxville Bar Associations.. Mr. Wilkins is a native of Knoxville, having graduated from Farragut High School. He remained in east Tennessee to earn his B.A. from Carson-Newman College in 1996, where he graduated magna cum laude with majors in History and ancient Greek & Hebrew languages. Mr. Wilkins earned his M.A. in Theology from Southwestern Seminary in 1999, after which he spent four years teaching and drafting curricula in secondary education. Mr. Wilkins then returned to Knoxville to attend University of Tennessee School of Law, where he earned his J.D. in 2006 while serving as president of the International Law Society and working in the Mediation Clinic and Non-profit Corporations Clinic.. Mr. Wilkins is an active member of the community, coaching his children in youth sports and assuming various leadership roles in his church. Most of all, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

Dan Pilkington is a member at the firm of Watson, Roach, Batson and Lauderback in Knoxville, Tennessee. Mr. Pilkington practices civil litigation in federal and state courts, with an emphasis on public officials and law enforcement. His experience includes defending municipal clients in civil rights actions, including police misconduct ligation.. An East Tennessee native, Dan Pilkington attended East Tennessee State University where he obtained his Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. He is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law. Mr. Pilkington was admitted to the Tennessee Bar in 2005. In addition, he is also admitted before the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of Tennessee as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.. Mr. Pilkington has represented municipalities and police officers in all levels of courts within the State of Tennessee including the Tennessee Supreme Court. He has successfully represented the same class of clients in Federal Courts within Tennessee and the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals located in Cincinnati, Ohio.. Mr. Pilkington has successfully defended municipalities and officers in cases with accusation of negligence, assault, false arrest, and false imprisonment under state law. He has successfully defended officers facing accusation of illegal search and seizure, illegal arrest and excessive force based upon the United States Constitution. He has successfully represented officers in use of force cases across all ranges of the force continuum up to and including use of deadly force. Mr. Pilkington has represented Chiefs of Police and municipalities in cases involving alleged failures on the part of command staff to train and supervise and cases involving alleged unconstitutional customs, policies and procedures.. Mr. Pilkington has worked with and against law enforcement experts across the county in cases arising out of use of force, use of deadly force and general police liability. He has advised police departments, command staff and officers in the areas of legal liability, discipline, policy drafting, use of force, laws of arrest and search and seizure.

Cullen M. Wojcik focuses exclusively on the defense of federal and state prosecutions and investigations.. Cullen Wojcik, the son of an Air Force fighter pilot, was raised literally all over the world. Places he has called home include Idaho, Nevada, California, Connecticut, Tennessee, Germany, and Turkey. After graduating from the University of Nevada with distinction having majored in both English and German, Cullen spent eight years working as an editor in the publishing industry. In 2008, Cullen left publishing to attend law school at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco. While there, he focused largely on areas of criminal law, including working full-time internships at a Federal Public Defender's office in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the San Francisco District Attorney's office. Cullen also served on the UC Hastings Constitutional Law Quarterly.Following law school, Cullen moved his family to Knoxville where his wife had accepted a job as a professor at the University of Tennessee. Before starting his own practice in 2012, Cullen spent six months as a UC Hastings Bridge Fellow and post-bar certified law clerk with the Knox County Public Defender's office. Cullen is a member of the Tennessee Bar and the United States District Courts for the Eastern District of Tennessee. He is also a member of the Tennessee Association for Criminal Defense Attorneys, the Knoxville Bar Association, the Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court, and the CJA Panel for the Eastern District of Tennessee..Cullen lives in South Knoxville with his wife and son. When he is not at work, he enjoys cycling and trail running and can often be found riding  and running down the many beautiful country roads and trails of Knox County and beyond.

Cody was born and raised in East Tennessee. He attended Lenoir City High School and went on to attend the University of Tennessee at Knoxville where he graduated with a B.A. in economics and political science. While at the University of Tennessee, Cody was a member of the University of Tennessee Waterski and Wakeboard team. Upon graduating, Cody went on to work in the marine industry.. While working, Cody attended LMU's Duncan School of Law and graduated with the Duncan School of Law's inaugural class. While at Duncan School of Law, Cody served on the judicial committee responsible for evaluating and nominating potential justices for student-elections. He is admitted to the Tennessee Bar and is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association. Cody is an avid wakeboarder, guitarist, and enjoys spending his free time with friends, family, and his Blue Heeler.

Clint is originally from Hayesville, North Carolina. He attended college in North Georgia at Young Harris College where he was a member of the Men’s Basketball team and was twice named Academic All-Conference.. After completing his undergraduate studies, Clint attended Lincoln Memorial University’s Duncan School of Law. While in law school, he served as a Board Member for LMU’s Moot Court competition team, where he competed in competitions throughout the country. He earned CALI Awards for the top grade in various classes, including Torts, Business Organizations, and Topics in Environmental Law. Clint graduated magna cum laude in the top 5% of his class.. During law school, Clint served as a Research Assistant to Associate Dean Mathew Lyon and Professor of Law Phillip Ashley, and completed internships with the corporate legal department for Clayton Homes and the Tennessee Court of Appeals.. Prior to joining Nelson Law Group in April 2021, Clint worked as a Family Law attorney in Memphis, Tennessee. At Nelson Law Group, Clint represents clients in employment related matters such as Title VII workplace discrimination, Fair Labor Standards Act collective actions, and general civil matters, as well as family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and child support.. Clint is admitted to practice throughout the State of Tennessee and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee.. Clint lives in Knoxville, Tennessee with his wife, Ashley. He is an active member of the Knoxville Bar Association and Barristers, its young lawyers division. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, playing guitar, and going on walks with Ashley and their dog, Ted.

Clients come to Anne M. McKinney, P.C. for caring counsel and personal solutions, particularly for matters related to estate planning, trust and probate services, and related tax advice and solutions.. We are comitted to giving our clients the highest level of legal services through a caring, confidential and nurturing relationship.  People come to us for help in preserving their assets and passing them on to future generations, crafting estate plans that work for their families, handling the "tough times" of illness and end-of-life, and conscientiously administering the estates and/or trusts of their loved ones.

Chris is a litigation attorney who brought his 25-year litigation practice to Trammell, Adkins & Ward, P.C.in June has extensive litigation experience and has successfully tried many jury and non-jury trials in Tennessee State Courts, Federal Court, and Bankruptcy Court. He has specialized his practice in personal injury litigation focused primarily in the areas of insurance defense and self-insured defense litigation involving automobile and trucking accidents, home owners’ claims, commercial losses, construction claims, fire and casualty, general liability, defense of fraud litigation as well as insurance coverage and claims litigation in all personal lines and commercial lines matters.  He has successfully tried dozens of jury and non-jury matters, and he has represented clients in appellate courts of the State of Tennessee and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.  He has been a frequent lecturer for various organizations in multiple states speaking on numerous trial-related topics including litigation strategy, trying jury trials, effective use of court room technology, insurance coverage issues, and other subjects at multiple continuing legal education seminars for attorneys.. Chris serves as counsel for State Farm, Auto-Owners Insurance Company, Vice Chancellor of the Episcopal Diocese of East Tennessee, and represents several business and individual clients in litigation and non-litigation matters in State and Federal Courts. Chris is a member of the Knoxville and Tennessee Bar Associations, as well as the Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association (TDLA) and the Defense Research Institute (DRI).  He is also a member of the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).

Carolyn Levy Gilliam is an attorney and member at McDonald, Levy & Taylor, PLLC. She is a graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law. She primarily practices in the areas of wills, trusts, elder law, conservatorships, probates, business matters, and litigation regarding these areas. She was named as a Top Attorney for 2023 in the Knoxville Cityview Magazine in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills/Probate, Social Security Disability, and Adoption. She was also selected as Ones to Watch by Best Lawyers in America in the practice areas of Elder Law, Trusts & Estates & Litigation - Trust & Estates. This recognition is awarded to lawyers who exhibit "Outstanding professional excellence in private practice." Ms. Gilliam also serves in a fiduciary capacity for her clients, as a trustee of a trust, personal representative/executrix of a will, power of attorney, or a court-appointed conservator. Carolyn has worked at McDonald, Levy & Taylor since her senior year at Farragut high school. She received her Bachelors in Business Administration with a concentration in Financial Management from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia and had the highest GPA of Management majors in her class. She has been selected into the Academic Honor Society of Phi Eta Sigma and is also a member of numerous bar associations, including the Knoxville Bar Association, the Tennessee Bar Association, and the Tennessee Association for Justice. Carolyn is married and the mother of a young daughter and son. She and her husband, Eric, live in Farragut. Carolyn loves to play golf and played Division I college golf at Mercer University. She is a member at Fox Den Country Club in Farragut, Tennessee. Carolyn is a Board Member and past Co-Treasurer of the Dream Connection, Inc., an all-volunteer organization that fulfills the dreams of children that have life-threatening illnesses. She is also the President and Chair of the board of Legacy Housing Foundation whose mission is to provide innovative programs, life-enhancing services, and strong affordable housing communities for everyone in need. She is also an active partner of Shoreline Church.

Call to schedule a FREE CONSULTATION with me.  I look forward to helping you.. Wills/Estate Planning. Do you want to decide who receives your property at your death and who takes care of your children, or do you want to let the state decide?  If you do not have a Will, you are letting the state of Tennessee choose.  If you think you should make that decision, call me to schedule a consultation.. Probate. Has someone you know passed away and left you in charge of their estate?  Instead of trying to navigate the hurdles of probate by yourself, let me help you.  I will take the burden off of you and explain the process in simple, easy to understand terms.. Business. Have a great idea but don't know how to start a business?  Already have a business but need legal advice to deal with a new situation?  I will work with you to solve your business problem, from simple to complex.. Elder Law. Are you or a family member in need of planning for long-term healthcare or end of life decisions?  Do you need to give someone the power to make financial and healthcare decisions for you? I will help you with these situations by preparing the necessary legal documents to respect your or your loved one's wishes.. Tennessee law requires that I tell you that this is an advertisement.  It also requires me to tell you that I am not certified as a specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization in the areas of practice listed on my profile.

Brandon L. Morrow engages in a broad civil litigation practice with a focus on employment related disputes. Mr. Morrow's expertise ranges from drafting legally sound, practical employment handbooks to guiding clients throughout the litigation process, from the pleading stage to trial. Mr. Morrow has also been heavily involved with labor negotiations and the resolution of a dispute with a major NASA contractor at the John F. Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. Mr. Morrow has tried multiple cases throughout East Tennessee, often beating the odds to produce favorable results for his clients. In addition to a thriving trial practice, Mr. Morrow also has considerable experience at the appellate level. Over the last year, Mr. Morrow has briefed cases before both the Tennessee Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Tennessee. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. During his undergraduate career, he served as Chairman of the Student Senate and was awarded the Chancellor's Citation for Extraordinary Campus Leadership and Service. After graduation, Mr. Morrow served as a legislative aide in Washington, D.C. to a three-term United States Senator. In 2012, he graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Law where he was a member of the school's National Trial Team and served on the Moot Court Board.

Born in Columbus, MS, Martin Ellis attended the University of the South, Sewanee, TN (B.S., 1973) and the University of Tennessee (J.D., 1978) and was admitted to the bar in 1978 and admitted to the United States Supreme Court in 2003. Memberships include the Knoxville Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association (member of the General Practice section, Tort and Insurance Practice section), Tennessee Defense Lawyer's Association, Defense Research Institute (Transportation Committee and Trucking Sub-Committee), and American Bar Association. He is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization and by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 listed mediator in state and federal courts. He has spoken on numerous occasions on medical malpractice issues, truck litigation, and issues relating to sexual harassment. Mr. Ellis was selected as a member of a National Trial Team for a product manufacturer resulting in trials in Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Kansas, and Missouri.   Mr. Ellis has received an AV rating with Martindale-Hubbell, which identifies lawyers with a very high to preeminent legal ability, indicating they demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards.  Mr. Ellis was admitted to the Supreme Court of the United States of America in 2003.

Born and raised in Southeast Georgia, I was a son of a log truck driver who never graduated the 9th grade. Growing up, my father taught me the importance of hard work, candor, and staying true to your word. I was taught that the hard times we face are temporary, but a person's integrity and character live with them forever. I was always reminded to stay humble, stay hungry, never forget where you came from, be the hardest worker in the room, and always fight for the working man and woman.. The principles that were instilled in me is how I conduct myself as an attorney. Above all else, I am committed to professionalism and candor. I am not going to tell you what you want to hear, but I am going to tell you what you need to hear. I will return your phone calls and emails. I will never mislead or sugar coat reality, and I will always give you the unfiltered truth.. If you have a legal problem and want my help, contact my office today to set up a consultation.

Billy Ringger is an attorney with Greg Coleman Law, P.C. in Knoxville, Tennessee. He represents a diverse clientele across the State of Tennessee in a wide range of complex civil matters. His practice areas include general civil litigation, appellate litigation, medical malpractice, toxic exposure, environmental law, products liability, whistleblower actions, Medicare and Medicaid fraud, and civil rights actions.

Bankruptcy and divorces in Knoxville TN are difficult, confusing and emotional situations. It can be difficult to decide what is best for you and your family during these times. That’s why it is important to find the right information and advice to help you make a decision that positively impacts your finances, life and family. Take advantage of our free consultation with a skilled and experienced attorney with over 25 years of experience in Knoxville. We want to help put your mind at ease during these circumstances with the personal attention and focus you need.. Contact me today

Autumn is a sole practitioner in Knox County, Tennessee who has owned her own firm since becoming licensed in 2021. She exclusively practices criminal defense in Knox County and surrounding counties. Autumn handles all types of criminal matters including traffic tickets, misdemeanors, DUIs, and high level felonies. She is admitted to practice in federal court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. As a solo, your matters are personally handled by Autumn and all communication is directly with her as your attorney.     Autumn is a 2021 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law where she was a member of the Transactions: The Tennessee Journal of Business Law and a two-semester member summer intern member of the transactional law student clinics. During her time in these transactional clinics, Autumn handled business law matters for non-profits, small business, and other local entrepreneurs including drafting corporate governance documents, amending bylaws, forming entities, and trademark applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Her time spent in these clinics earned her the Jerry P. Black, Jr. Student Clinic Attorney Award. While Autumn does not handle transactional matters in her everyday practice, her time spent on these matters affords her a unique perspective and understanding of defenses for white collar and other criminal charges related to business transactions.     During law school, Autumn worked for a local criminal defense attorney and was afforded the opportunity to work on serious criminal matters including appeals from murder convictions, the constitutionality of complex criminal statutes, and DOE "Q" clearance revocation proceedings. Her internships during law school were practical in nature and prepared her for immediate practice in the local criminal courts. This practical training is the core of her practice, allowing her to navigate tricky and delicate criminal matters with confidence and zealous advocacy to ensure you are receiving the best outcome possible.     Autumn is from Milan, Indiana and graduated from Indiana University in 2018 with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Spanish. During her time at IU, she volunteered as a mediator at the Community Justice and Mediation Center in Bloomington, Indiana, assisting its clients with Victim-Offender Restoration and supervising the Shoplifting Theft and Education Prevention diversion program for first-time shoplifting offenders.

Attorney taking cases in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Knoxville and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Knoxville. I also handle defense of creditor lawsuits in Knoxville.

Attorney Joel A. Cannon, Jr. received his bachelor’s degree from Baylor University in Texas and his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law in Knoxvile, Tennesse in 1998.  He associated with the Law office of Piper, Waters and Witt and began to hone his legal skills as a litigator. Mr. Cannon joined James Foglesong and founded The Law Offices of Foglesong and Cannon in 1991.  He served as the  president and founder of Citizens for Better Law Enforcement, Inc. (C.B.L.E.) Mr. Cannon does public speaking engagements from time to time most recently to high school students on the value of preparing for higher education after high school in America.  He is married to Susan Cannon and has two sons, Joel, III (Jay) and William Ross (Ross).  He is a member of West Hills Presbyterian Church.. A word about fees:  The fee you pay and the way you pay it, depends on the type of case you have.  Fees among attorneys vary depending on their office location, the number of years in practice and the skill of the attorney.  Typically, you get what you pay for.. For Social Security Disability Claims, we do not charge a fee for the initial consultation.  In claims for benefits, fees for a Social Security Disability claim are typically 25% of the past-due benefits, with a cap of $ 6,.  In most cases for benefits, we do not charge a fee unless we win your case.   We will not charge a fee unless you know what the fee is going to be and agree in writing beforehand.. For Probate Cases usually the most valuable service we offer is the initial consultation.  We charge a flat fee of $ for the initial, half hour consultation.  If the consultation lasts significantly longer than one hour, the additional time may be charged at $ per hour.  During the initial consultation, I will not only answer your questions, but also give you information about the process, and what to expect emotionally, financially, and legally, throughout your legal proceedings.  I will also try and help you determine whether your problem can be solved outside of court.  It is also a time for you to meet my staff and other attorneys in our office who will work with me to assist you throughout the attorney/client relationship.. I May Not Be The Only Lawyer in Our Firm.  From time to time I have associated my practice with other honorable and qualified attorneys. So when you come to my office you may meet other lawyer in out office.. In most situations, our price structure to prepare Estate Planning Documents follows this schedule:. $ to prepare a basic Last Will and Testament.. $ to preapre a Tennessee Power of Attorney for Financial Decisions. $ to prepare an Appointment of Healthcare Agent (formerly known as a Living Will.. $ to prepare each Quit-Claim Deed. If we prepare a "mirror document" for your spouse at the same time, the fee for the spouse's document is 50% of the fee for the first document.  For example, one will is $ .  Wills for a husband and wife are $ .. These fees include an in-office signing with notary and witness services.. Call to schedule a consultation.

Attorney Glen A. Kyle is certified by the National Elder Law Foundation as a Certified Elder Law Attorney and by the State of Tennessee as an Elder Law Specialist. He is the owner of Franklin & Kyle Elder Law, LLC. Glen focuses his practice in the areas of elder care, elder law, estate planning, and Medicaid/Medicare advocacy.

Attorney Gary Dawson has more than 30 years of legal experience in personal injury matters. He was one of the first board certified Civil Trial Lawyers by the Tennessee Board of Legal Specialization and Education, which is a rare designation earned by experience and results in practice.  He has obtained seven-figure recoveries even for individuals who have returned to meaningful and productive careers.

At The Law Office of Robert M. Asbury, I offer sophisticated, results-driven representation to clients in Knoxville, Knox County and throughout East Tennessee. I am a second-generation lawyer, and I have been practicing law for more than 20 years. As a result of my experience, I understand the need for clear and concise communication. I tailor my approach to suit each client, and I always ensure that my clients understand all of their options. I do not delegate responsibilities to legal assistants, so you will deal directly with me and not an intermediary.

At Stanuszek Law Group, our attorneys excel in a wide range of specialities to bring you legal services you can trust. Our legal team works hard for your case by providing you with experienced, knowledgeable attorneys that are dedicated to fighting for your rights.. Our founder, Michael J. Stanuszek is a husband and father of two. He started this firm when he moved his family from Cleveland, Ohio to Knoxville, Tennessee on the promise of four cases, each worth about $500. He has taken those four cases and grown this firm into a team of five attorneys and support staff of seven. He obtained his J.D. from the University of Tennessee, and his LL.M. from the University of Connecticut.

As an attorney, I feel it is important for my clients to understand the legal issues involved in their cases.  That is why I always focus on the details of every case and for every client.  I always sit down with every new client and listen to the whole story.  It is only with knowing the history of the client and the legal issue that an attorney can properly explain options to a client.. I work very hard for my clients and focus a good portion of my time on my practice of law.  When I am not working, I spend time with my wife, Sammi, and our two dogs, Apollo and Orion.