Introduction: When clients are in a tough situation, whether in criminal or immigration court, they need an attorney who listens to them and who can answer all their questions about their case, no matter how simple or complicated. I communicate with my clients as much as necessary to understand their needs, understand their cases, and so that they have all the information they need to make intelligent decisions. As an attorney specializing in both criminal defense and immigration law, I help clients avoid convictions that can later result in immigration problems; and I help clients with prior convictions overcome those issues so they can get the relief they need to remain in the U.S. with their loved ones. As a former prosecutor, I understand how prosecutors' offices work, and I have earned the trust of prosecutors and judges in criminal and immigration courts through years of hard work and integrity. When clients face serious problems, aggressive litigation is only part of the equation -- they need honesty, integrity, and communication, and I pride myself in bringing these qualities to all my cases.
A good attorney is a fighter, a logician, and a confidant. I like solving problems, getting to know my clients and helping them work through difficult situations. As a lawyer, I like finding creative, innovative solutions to individual problems. No two cases and no two clients are exactly alike. Knowing the law inside and out is empowering, and what I enjoy most is putting my knowledge and experience at the service of people who need it most -- that's why I chose to practice criminal and immigration law rather than finding work in the corporate world.
