About

How and Why I Practice.

As a transplant from rural New York, Western Loudoun and beyond reminds me of where I grew up - small town ethos, sprawling farmland, rolling hills, and close-knit community. This is why I've chosen to call this place home, and I'm deeply committed to serving its residents. While Western Loudoun boasts thriving businesses, farms, and a strong sense of community, there's a need for greater access to legal services. I believe that legal representation is a necessity, and I'm dedicated to providing accessible and ethical legal practice. My work is built on the principles of candor and integrity, which I believe are essential for delivering high trust and valuable legal services. I believe that your attorney should take care of you the same way your neighbor would - with a deep understanding of who you are, what you're looking for, and how to support that in a way that makes us want to live next to each other longer.

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First, some background.

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I'm licensed to practice in Virginia (2019) and Washington, D.C. (2022), and for the past decade, I've helped businesses navigate complex challenges in both the government and private sector. My experience spans a wide range of industries, from international oil and gas to software-as-a-service and shared workspaces, with a focus on government contracting, administration, bid support, and requests for equitable adjustment. I've negotiated and managed millions of dollars in commercial transactions, delivered victories for clients, and helped preserve legacies. As an in-house counsel, I've balanced the need to move quicky while moving intelligently. I've battled big business and government to keep predations at bay. I've stood up for unrepresented parties in custody battles. I've taken unpopular but principled positions because integrity is about doing the right thing, no matter who is looking. I am involved in public service at home where I focus on retaining all the hallmarks of our small town life and increasing the quality of life of residents while being as light touch as possible. All of this shapes my law practice and mentality. Simply put - my role as a lawyer is to be a trusted advisor, an honest counselor, and a principled but vocal advocate.

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What is ethical practice, exactly?

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Ethical practice is the integration of professional and personal ethics. As an attorney, I am bound by a duty of zealous representation, responsible stewardship of client funds, and an unwavering commitment to my furthering the interests of the law. But legal services require something more - the lawyer-client relationship works best when the Parties share not only a purpose, but a basis. I believe that businesses are integral to the health of our communities, and I am dedicated to supporting their growth and success. I believe that estates plans should ease the burdens and concerns of those you leave behind while also ensuring that your wishes and your life's work are honored.

You deserve to know what, why, and how decisions are made and, even more importantly, you deserve to have an attorney who makes sure you're fully informed. That means accountability for both parties, transparency from your attorney, prioritizing doing the right thing rather than the convenient thing, and honest assessments of what you need and where things stand. I owe you nothing less and I'd demand nothing less of myself.

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So why do I do this?

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Simply put, I've witnessed or been a part of the consequences of poor planning, lack of foresight, and poor practices. I was raised by my grandparents to have a firm conviction to serve my community, share when I've succeeded, and to help lift those around me. I live in a place that reminds me of where I grew up and I believe that those values that my grandparents passed on to me deserve to live on in my work and my life.

I've been abused by bad business practices and seen good people put out by poor planning. I've seen families shatter over estates disputes. I've lived through and helped pick up the pieces of those who have been life's punching bags. You deserve an attorney who not only knows the law but who knows the sense of isolation and desperation you're facing. You need someone to help you keep your head up, place your priorities front and center, level with you, and come out the other side still standing. 

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When we're all on the same page about our values, the work we do together becomes so much more meaningful, lasting, and capable of achieving real, attainable goals. My sincere promise to each and every client is this - I will not lie to you nor will I pretend that reality doesn't exist but I will do everything in my power to ensure that you are given a shield from an often uncompromising and aggressive world. Together, we'll create outcomes that give you and what matters some level of certainty and sanctuary.

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Contact me today to get started down the road of a strong partnership built around trust, understanding, and a drive to not only deliver the work you want done, but to lock in all that you've done.