About Me
Since 2009, I have been counseling small businesses on day-to-day operations, representing small business owners at various stages of their business from startup to sale, and advising individuals and families on their estate planning.
I have always embraced the ideals of small business owners because both my father and grandfather have owned their own small businesses. As a small business owner myself, I understand the unique intricacies involved with starting, operating and expanding small businesses.
Education
University of Maryland School of Law (Baltimore, Maryland) - Juris Doctor (2009)
Mercyhurst University (Erie, Pennsylvania) - Bachelor of Arts in Intelligence Studies (formerly known as "Research Intelligence Analysis") (2006)
Bar Admissions
Maryland
Pennsylvania
United States District Court for the District of Maryland
United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
United States Supreme Court
United States Tax Court
Publications
Regaining Privacy in a Digital World, 2600: The Hacker Quarterly (Vol. 26, No. 2, June 2009)
Be Your Own IT Gal or Guy, Maryland Bar Journal (Vol. XLV, No. 3, May 2012)
Speaking Engagements
Tools, Tips and Gadgets for Improving Productivity, Maryland State Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Conference (November 2010)
Hanging Out a Shingle: Technology Every New Solo Needs, Maryland State Bar Association (July 2011)
Been There, Done That: Tips No One Gives You When You Start a Solo Practice, Maryland State Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Conference (November 2016)
Memberships and Affiliations
American Bar Association
Maryland State Bar Association
Pennsylvania Bar Association
CompTIA Certifications:
CompTIA Operations Specialist (CIOS)*
This designation is earned by having the A+ and Network+ certifications.
CompTIA Network Infrastructure Professional (CNIP)*
This designation is earned by having the Network+ and Server+ certifications.
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS)*
This designation is earned by having the A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications.
* Note on Professional Designations: The titles "Specialist" and "Professional" are technical designations awarded by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) for proficiency in information technology and infrastructure. They do not denote a certification in legal specialization in any jurisdiction.
CompTIA A+
Computer hardware and operating system fundamentals; troubleshooting and support.
CompTIA Network+
Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP); routing/switching concepts and troubleshooting.
CompTIA Security+
Core cybersecurity concepts: risk, security controls, and incident fundamentals.
CompTIA Server+
Server hardware and operating system fundamentals; storage, availability, and administration.
Microsoft Certifications:
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)*
Core Microsoft certification demonstrating broad proficiency with Microsoft technologies and the ability to implement, support, and troubleshoot Microsoft-based solutions.
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Connected Home Integration*
Demonstrates competency integrating connected-home systems, such as planning and configuring home networks, enabling secure device/media interoperability, and troubleshooting end-to-end performance and connectivity issues.
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Connected Home Integrator*
Validates practical skills deploying and supporting connected-home solutions, including coordinating multiple devices/services, optimizing user experience and reliability, and resolving compatibility and configuration problems across the home ecosystem.
Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)
Focuses on end-user desktop support skills, such as diagnosing and resolving Windows OS/application issues, configuring systems, and improving reliability and security in a business environment.
* Note on Professional Designations: The titles "Specialist" and "Professional" are technical designations awarded by Microsoft for proficiency in information technology and infrastructure. They do not denote a certification in legal specialization in any jurisdiction.
Hobbies and Interests
Outside the office, I’m an avid vinyl listener and a hands-on fan of vintage analog audio gear, such as turntables, tonearms, cartridges, and all the little setup details that make classic systems so enjoyable. I built a phono cartridge specification database to make cartridge/tonearm matching easier, especially when you’re mixing and matching older equipment. I’ve also added practical tools for tonearm resonance and cartridge compliance matching to take some of the guesswork out of setup. I’m also an amateur (ham) radio hobbyist, and I’ve put together a browser-based toolkit of antenna and RF calculators that I use as a quick reference.
Here are a few pages related to my hobbies and interests.
Firm Philosophy
In my practice, clients are treated the way I would want to be treated.
Honesty:
I am honest with my clients in my dealings. I follow all ethical rules and perform rigorous conflict of interest checks before accepting any matter. I will also provide honest advice that may be applicable to your situation.
Confidentiality:
I treat all client information as if it were my own. I also place a heavy emphasis on client privacy and protect my clients' information.
Flexibility:
I will work with each client to develop a strategy that is personalized: I do not offer "one size fits all" approaches to legal issues. Legal representation is a matter that is personal to each client.
Courtesy and Respect:
I am committed to treating each client with the utmost respect. I will return telephone calls and e-mails within a reasonable time.