“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood…so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat.” – Theodore Roosevelt
I have spent nearly two decades in the arena, daring greatly to serve the legal needs of my clients. Born and raised in Oklahoma, I learned the values of integrity, community, and perseverance. After earning my law degree in Kansas, I honed my skills over 17 years of practice in Wichita. Now, I have returned home to Oklahoma, driven by my desire to provide high-quality legal representation rooted in empathy, compassion and understanding.
In my career, I have represented hundreds of clients in high-stakes litigation in state and federal courts. I have taken on federal agencies, argued appeals before the 10th Circuit, and secured victories for clients at all stages. I’ve been recognized as by Best Lawyers since 2018, and I was named Best Lawyers’ 2022 and 2023 Lawyer of the Year, 2023 Super Lawyer rated, and AV Rated Preeminent.
While accolades are great, at Triad Legal, I lead a client-focused practice driven by the belief that everyone deserves respect, dignity, and zealous representation. Just as in my childhood, where grit and determination were the Oklahoma way, I bring an unwavering commitment to protect my clients’ rights and relentlessly pursue their success, no matter the challenge. Your defense starts here, with an attorney who will strive valiantly in the arena on your behalf.
I am proud to call Oklahoma home again and to serve my community with integrity, perseverance, and determination – values rooted deeply in my upbringing. My clients are at the heart of everything I do. I am honored to stand in their corner and fight for the outcomes they deserve.
No. 08 CR 489 (Lyon County, Kan. Dist. Ct. Sept. 9, 2009): Jury verdict of ”not guilty” for professional over-the-road truck driver accused of vehicular homicide in fatality accident; jury convicted accused only of traffic infraction for running a stop sign.
No. 11 CR 3192 (Sedgwick County, Kan. Dist. Ct. March 6, 2013): District Court dismissed charge of electronic solicitation at the conclusion of the preliminary hearing. Jury returned a verdict of “not guilty” on remaining charge of attempted criminal sodomy.
No. 11 CR 262 (Finney County, Kan. Dist. Ct. October 2011): Trial judge dismissed with prejudice charge of aggravated intimidation of a witness after finding government violated client’s Fifth Amendment rights.
107,018 (unpublished) (Kan. App. 2012): Kansas Court of Appeals affirmed trial judge’s dismissal of aggravated intimidation of a witness charge for Fifth Amendment violations.
No. 13 CR 29 (Ford County, Kan. Dist. Ct. Aug. 24, 2015): Jury verdict of “not guilty” on all charges of first-degree murder and child abuse after two-week trial involving extensive medical and biomechanical testimony where client accused of intentionally cruelly beating or shaking nearly four year old child to death.
No. 17 CR 40097-CM (United Stated Dist. Ct., Dist. of Kansas October 4, 2018): Complex computer crime case tried to a jury verdict.
951 F.3d 1232, (10th Cir. March 3, 2020): Prepared and argued Defendant’s direct appeal to the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals
When your freedom or a loved one’s is at stake, every second matters. If you’re facing criminal charges in Kansas or Oklahoma, your defense deserves a team that’s ready to fight as hard as you do. Contact Triad Legal today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward securing your future.