I am an experienced trial lawyer and am Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.



I attended Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida where I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree. Prior to entering law school, I gained valuable experience in the oil and gas industry.

I entered Loyola School of Law, New Orleans, Louisiana where I graduated with a Juris Doctor Degree in 1981.


I am admitted to the State Bar of Texas, the State Bar of Louisiana and the Southern District of Texas.


I am Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. The Board recognizes attorneys in various areas of law, who because of experience, training and knowledge are awarded certificates of special competence. Only 2% of Texas attorneys are Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law.


I began my career in 1981 working as a corporate attorney. I have been in private practice since 1984.


Board Certification Requirements

  • Licensed 5 years
  • 3 years of practice in the specialty field
  • Devoted 25%-50% of practice to field of specialty
  • Handled a wide variety of cases in the field
  • Attended continuing legal education seminars
  • Approvals of judges and colleagues
  • Passed a written examination