We represent both big companies from time to time, but more often than not, closely held entrepreneurial businesses that are in a tough situation. When you get into a lawsuit, that’s probably the hardest thing a business has to face, whether they’re prosecuting one or defending one.

So we try to get to know our clients in great detail, make ourselves very accessible to them, and spend a lot of time learning the facts of the case. We strategize and figure out the best approach to win or secure a successful settlement for the client because sometimes a settlement is better than winning in court. But we’re always envisioning how the case will be tried ultimately because we’re trial lawyers.

I think what you want to look for is a law firm or a lawyer who is suited to your particular needs. If you’re a large corporation, you may need a bigger law firm. We tailor our business more toward small businesses, which is what we are. That allows us to give a lot more access and face time with our clients, getting to know their cases and them individually in a more comprehensive way than some other law firms might be able to do.

So I think finding a lawyer who is in the same area as you, as a client, is key to building the right relationship.

You’ll get a really high level of service because we’re a small firm and we understand the needs of small businesses and the clients who hire us. We are always accessible, always communicative, and always available by phone—even after hours. We’re often spending time with our clients, and that’s a result of being a small business ourselves. We understand how small businesses operate, and we meet the needs of our clients through that perspective.