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Counselor at law that won't back down under any circumstances.  I will be honest and straighforward with you about the expected results of your case.

I am a  former Benton County Deputy Prosecutor. In my time as a prosecutor I had numerous jury trials involving many different types of crimes. In my time there I handled everything from misdemeanors to felonies, including being the Gun Violence Prosecutor. I was involved in the first Grand Jury in Benton County in over 20 years.. I was born and raised in Crawford County, Arkansas, attending the sprawling Cedarville High School.. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, in CommunicationI obtainedmy Juris Doctor from the University of Arkansas School of Law in Fayetteville in December of 2004, after finishing Law School early.. I am member of the Washington and Benton County Bar Associations, the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association, Inns of Court, Phi Alpha Deltal Legal Fraternity, admitted to practice in both the Eastern and Western District Federal Courts and regularly practice Washington, Benton, Sebastian and Crawford County.

I am an experienced lawyer with a diverse legal background gained over four years of practice in Brooklyn, NY, Washington D.C., and the Chicagoland area. My expertise spans various areas of law, including criminal defense, family law, and traffic cases.. In the realm of criminal defense, I have successfully represented clients in numerous trials, demonstrating a strong ability to navigate the intricacies of criminal law. My courtroom experience includes both prosecution and defense, and I am well-versed in building compelling arguments, cross-examining witnesses, and negotiating plea deals when necessary.. In the realm of family law, I have effectively handled a wide range of cases, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division. My dedication to achieving favorable outcomes for my clients is evident through my commitment to providing legal counsel, mediation, and, when needed, aggressive representation in court.. Additionally, I have a solid track record in resolving traffic cases, such as DUIs, speeding violations, and reckless driving charges. My knowledge of traffic laws and my negotiation skills have allowed me to obtain favorable results for clients, including reduced fines, dismissals, and the preservation of driving privileges.. My legal practice has honed my ability to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and judges. I prioritize understanding my clients' unique needs and concerns, and I am dedicated to providing them with sound legal advice and representation.

People have problems. When those problems have a legal aspect, I help them out.. Life can get messy. And messy situations can usually be cleaned up and dealt with.

I have been an attorney since 1998.  I understand when people are coming to see me for Family Law or criminal matters, they are going through one on the worst times of their lives.  I believe my job is to help take away the fear of the unknown and provide as much information as possible.. There is so much that goes into the effective representation of a person.  Every case is different, and every one has its own unique set of facts and moving parts.  I will represent you and your situation zealously.  I do not believe in a cookie-cutter system of representation.  I understand and respect that your case is the most important thing in the world to you.. There is not a criminal case I have not handled--from traffic tickets to murder and everything in between.  Likewise, my Family Law practice has seen me handle countless cases of various types and complexities.  Divorce, Separation, Child Custody, Timesharing, Maintenance, Child Support, Domestic Violence--you name it (married and unmarried couples).. My belief is that I will use my experience to inform you of not only the law, but also the process and how/why the system works the way it does.  I will tailor my service to fit your needs.  Armed with this information, you will not feel intimidated walking into a courtroom.. Being in court is the most enjoyable part of the job for me, so if we have to litigate, that is what we will do.  Likewise, if reaching an amicable settlement is in your best interests, we will explore that avenue.  I will always be focused on your best interests and shoot you straight.