I am a sole practitioner engaged in criminal and civil litigation throughout the five county area, primarily in Montgomery County. Some highlights of my legal background include: Graduated Villanova University School of Law in 1980 Hired by the District Attorney of Montgomery County and served three years as an assistant district attorney - half in the juvenile court system and half in the trials division Hired by a general practice firm in Norristown in 1983 Practiced law in a number of associations over the next 10 years Opened my own firm in 1992 Served for 10 years on the Board of Directors of Eagleville Hospital, a nationally recognized drug and alcohol rehabilitation center Served for a number of years on the Board of Directors of Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, an organization that reaches out to attorneys who are experiencing difficulty with drugs and alcohol Currently a board member of the Montgomery County Citizens Advisory Council on Drugs and Alcohol