My Why

What powers my practice

During college, I developed a strong interest in constitutional law. I was drawn to how constitutional principles and their interpretation shape our society. Today, I collaborate with clients to identify the legal issues impacting their transactions and relationships, then craft well-structured, strategic contracts to address those challenges. My involvement with nonprofit boards and community initiatives grounds my work in real-world perspective and collaboration. I aim to bring pragmatism and thoughtful counsel to every engagement.

Credentials

  • University of Wisconsin Law School, Juris Doctor (J.D.), Member, Order of the Coif, 1999; Moot Court, 1997-1998; regional finalist at the American Bar Association Appellate Advocacy Competition held in Houston, Texas, Spring 1997, 1999, cum laude
  • University of Wisconsin - Madison, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), 1990, with distinction

  • Wisconsin
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
  • United States District Court, Western District of Wisconsin

Engagement

  • Member, American Bar Association
  • Member, State Bar of Wisconsin
  • Member, Manitowoc County Bar Association

  • Chairman of the Board of Directors, Holy Family Memorial Hospital, 2017-present
  • Director, Manitowoc Two-Rivers YMCA Foundation, 2009-present
  • Vice Chair, Holy Family Memorial Hospital, 2013-2017
  • Director, 2004-2013, and President, 2009-2013, Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA
  • Member, Manitowoc Noon Rotary, 2012-present
  • Legal Counsel, Manitowoc-Two Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc., 2003-present
  • President, Goalgetters United Soccer Club, 2005-2007
  • Volunteer Attorney, Manitowoc County Aging Resource Center
  • Volunteer Attorney, Manitowoc County Law Day
  • Director (2000-2002) and Vice President, 2001-2002, NEW Community Shelter, Inc., Green Bay, WI
  • State Bar Association Mock Trial Judge, Green Bay Region, 2000
  • State Bar Association Mock Trial Coach, West De Pere High School, 2001-2002

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