Philosophy

For over four decades, I’ve worked alongside families navigating life’s most difficult, and most defining, moments. As a family law attorney, mediator, and judge pro tem, I’ve seen firsthand how the legal system can either protect or overwhelm the people it’s meant to serve. That’s why I practice differently.

Whether we’re planning your estate or resolving a conflict through mediation, my approach centers on one belief: legal guidance should make life easier, not harder.

I believe in listening before advising, educating before drafting, and empowering clients to make decisions that reflect their values, not mine. My job isn’t to tell you what to do. It’s to help you understand your options, anticipate outcomes, and make informed, confident choices for yourself and your loved ones.

Above all, my work is rooted in the idea that the law, at its best, serves families, not systems. Every client brings a unique story. My role is to protect that story with clarity, care, and deep respect for what matters most.