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Independent and resourceful, I will provide you with better solutions leaving you with more money in your pocket and a greater appreciation of the legal process. For over 22 years as a Santa Barbara attorney I have served hundreds of clients providing a wide range of services from drafting estate plans with wills and trusts to effectively arguing family law, business, and real property cases before a judge. All legal tasks are approached with a cost benefit analysis and an attentive ear to my clients particular needs.

I have practiced law for 37 years and was a trial attorney from 1989 to 2019. I am now a full-time mediator. My experience in the court system leads me to believe that mediation is often a better alternative than court action.. By mediating early in the process, the parties can save a great deal in attorney’s fees, and be spared prolonged anguish and frustration. My goal is to help you resolve your legal disputes in the most cost-effective and satisfying way possible.. My philosophy:   Chances are your case will settle. Over 90% of them do. You might as well try before you and your money are exhausted.

39 years bankruptcy experience, BV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, admitted to federal, Bankruptcy Appellate Panel and 9th Circuit Court of Appeals bar associations. has won all appeals in last 15 years, leads tri-counties in confirmation rates for Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 plans, represents individual people and small businesses in Chapter 7, 13 and 11 bankruptcies in Northern District branch of Central District bankruptcy court located in Santa Barbara. Fees and payment plans afordable; I am attentive to your case and knowledgeable. I only drive a Ford Escape, I don't charge you for a big office and a Mercedes Benz.  My interest is getting a modest legal fee for a successful result in bankruptcy for you.