Richard has over 30 years of experience as a trial lawyer working for both plaintiffs and defendants. His practice focused mostly on personal injury claims, fatality claims, malpractice claims, and disability insurance claims. Richard attended countless mediations as a lawyer for both plaintiffs and defendants. Richard has also conducted numerous lengthy and complex trials and appeals.

Richard’s breadth of experience as a lawyer combined with his training in mediation at the esteemed Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at the Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, makes him uniquely equipped to help all sides reach an agreeable resolution.

Richard understands all too well the emotional toll people experience waiting for their trial, attending trial, and then waiting for a judge to impose a decision on them. A successful mediation can save years of time and worry.