When it comes to practicing law, my philosophy is simply to give people peace of mind. People who need a lawyer want to know how their case may turn out. I've been through hundreds of cases over the years and I am often able to advise people as to what may happen in their case. My clients appreciate that I provide an honest assessment and do not offer false hope. On the other hand, I respect Wyoming people, and I don't want to see anyone taken advantage of - period. And this is what keeps me in business -- if I see people being taken advantage of I want to help them to the best of my ability.

I have been practicing law in the state of Wyoming for nearly 40 years, and I am an AV-rated lawyer with Martindale Hubbell. I have been both a city prosecutor and a public defender before focusing on civil and criminal law. I have handled cases ranging from traffic citations to first degree murder cases. I have represented people in real estate litigation, personal injury litigation, aviation litigation, contract dispute problems, business litigation of various kinds, and family law. I use this experience to benefit my clients. I am a hands-on lawyer who is committed to my clients' needs.

Most of the cases I take are on contingency, so I do not get paid unless I win for my client. I always offer a free consultation, so if you call to talk to me about a potential case, there will be no charge for that conversation.

University

Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wyoming, 1968

Law School

Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Wyoming, 1971

Licensed

Wyoming, Colorado

Practice Areas

Civil
Trial Practice
Personal Injury
Negligence
Criminal Defense
Automobile Accidents
Wrongful Death

Honors & Distinctions

Listed in Best Lawyers in America for past 10 years
AV Rating with Martindale Hubbell

Experience & Involvement - Current

Staff of Wyoming Trial Advocacy Institute
Member of the Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association
Member of the Wyoming State Bar Association

Experience & Involvement - Past

Wyoming State Bar Commissioner for the Seventh Judicial District
Member of the Order of Barristers
Staff at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyer College
City Prosecutor for the City of Casper
Natrona County Public Defender
Special Prosecutor for the State of Wyoming
Chairman of the Casper Housing Authority
Boardmember of the Casper - Natrona County International Airport
Boardmember of the Wyoming Medical Center
Lecturer at Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy

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Personal Injury

Simply put, this refers to an injury to a person rather than to property. This can include traffic accidents, work-related accidents, home-related accidents, assault or product defects, as well as medical and dental accidents stemming from negligence. I am committed to getting my clients fair and just compensation for their injuries.

Trucking Accidents

One of my primary areas of practice is accidents involving commercial trucks. Too often, victims of these accidents do not know their rights and do not consider the long-term medical issues they may deal with — particularly once the insurance companies get involved. I help them navigate the system.

Product Liability

This type of case involves holding manufacturers, distributors, suppliers and/or retailers responsible for injuries that are attributable to their products. I believe consumers have a right to expect that any products they buy should not cause harm.

Toxic Exposure

Employees count on safety in the workplace, but sometimes as part of their employment, they are exposed to dangerous or fatal chemicals such as asbestos, benzene and vinyl chloride. I will work with the families and victims of these exposures.

Commercial Litigation

I have experience working for businesses dealing with breach of contract, employment disputes, fraud and other forms of unfair business practices — especially in cases where a small business finds itself up against a larger corporation.

Defending the Innocent

Some people refer to this as Criminal Defense; I prefer to think of it as defending the innocent. Too often, individuals facing criminal charges will accept bad plea deals rather than take a chance with a criminal trial. While this might be a safer bet, it's not what our notion of "innocent until proven guilty" is about.