I am a trial lawyer with over 25 years experience representing clients in business disputes. I have successfully represented my clients in a wide variety of circumstances -- from helping to resolve disputes without need of litigation to appeals all the way to the US Supreme Court. I have handled everything from simple contract cases to complex multi-state commercial fraud lawsuits involving hundreds of parties.  

Whether you are in a legal fight, or are trying to avoid one, I can provide you with practical, cost-effective advice and representation to achieve the best possible resolution. 

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Business Litigation

I have represented businesses in cases involving virtually every type of claim including breach of contract, fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, participation in breach of fiduciary duty, tortious interference with contract, copyrights, theft of trade secrets, unfair competition, and assorted bankruptcy avoidance actions. I have extensive experience in connection with claims against corporate officers and directors (or business partners) for failure to properly manage their companies. 

Professional Malpractice

I have represented both plaintiffs and defendants in professional malpractice cases against attorneys, accountants, insurance agents, and stock brokers.

Bankruptcy Litigation

Bankruptcy litigation can involve many elements and problems not involved in other business litigation. I have extensive experience representing bankruptcy estates in pursuing/defending claims, representing creditors pursuing their claims against the estate, and defending businesses from claims by bankruptcy estates and/or trustees in bankruptcy. 

Receivership

I have extensive experience with receivership law -- placing business entities into receivership, managing the receivership estate, and litigation involving the estate. 

Other

In addition to representing clients in asserting or defending against claims, I have advised clients where no claims are asserted but significant legal risks exists -- such as responding to subpoenas from government agencies and/or responding to discovery served on non-parties.

 

Education

JD 1991 University of Texas

BA 1987 University of Utah