Juris Doctor (JD)
University of Cincinnati
1995
I passed the CPA exam.

Columbus Bar Association
Ohio State Bar Association
All Courts in the State of Ohio
U.S.District Court, Southern District of Ohio,
(including Bankruptcy courts)
U.S.Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Presented and Spoke on the Topic of Mold Litigation.
Columbus Bar Construction Law Committee

November 1995
0064779
OH
1-5

I am a general trial attorney with a small firm. I do alot of construction and business disputes including mold cases.
I was an associate in a defense law firm for 4 years. That gave me experience handling trial on a variety of issues including personal injury, premises liability (slip and fall, hotel assault) and professional negligence (i.e. insurance agents). Since April, 2000, I have been with McFadden, Winner & Savage, first as an associate and now as a partner.

I grew up in a small family business, that, on occassion ran into issues where a lawyer was needed. Unfortunately, most of the good lawyers were too expensive or did not have the time for a small business and the issues that those businesses have. So, I decided that I wanted to help people address problems that affect their business and personal lives.
Working in a family business and having a business background I understand the issues of small businesses and the people who run them. Also, being close with my family allows me to understand that the issues in cases are more than just dollars and cents, they are about people, their families and the impacts that legal issues have on them. My previous legal experience has taught me the effects tragedies (i.e. auto accident, defective home construction) have on people lives.
My background in business, my family experiences, and my early experience as a trial attorney handling personal injury and professional negligence cases.
We are a small and accessible firm that has the time to focus on individual clients and their issues. Since all of our attorneys are experienced, you will not pay for someone to learn on your case. We are responsive to your requests and charge much less than a larger firm for similar services.
The ideal client is someone who will tell me about what is worrying them, the entire background of a dispute and what result they are looking for. The ideal client understands that litigation is generally the last resort and also respects the advice that I am giving them on how to progress with the dispute.
I enjoy spending time with my family, attending and watching sporting events and participating in events within the community.

I provide a free 30 minute consultation.
Depending on the type of case, I may request a retainer in order to represent the client.

My current hourly rate is $225 per hour.