After beginning his career as a sound engineer for television and film, Richard decided to enroll in law school, with an eye toward contract negotiation in the entertainment industry. However, a judicial clerkship opened his eyes to the strategic world of litigation, and he realized this was the perfect fit for a person with a creative background and mindset. Richard immediately shifted his emphasis and has practiced in commercial litigation since graduation.

For Richard, litigation is a matter of lining up favorable facts and legal strategies in creative ways. He excels at finding the best path to victory—or to the best outcome possible—for a client, and he’s always prepared to go to trial when it’s in the client’s best interest. While Richard is experienced with a variety of business disputes, he has a particular focus on property litigation, whether real or intellectual. He has represented clients in brand enforcement and trademark disputes, including at the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) in both inter partes and ex parte proceedings, and other intellectual property litigation. Richard is equally experienced with commercial real property litigation, particularly commercial landlord/tenant disputes.

A zealous advocate with a gift for creative strategies, Richard is also a realist who provides clients with pragmatic advice. He’s a people person who excels at building relationships and bridges, and he’s good at working toward amicable solutions when desired. Richard is known as an excellent communicator who keeps clients informed, and he aims to offer a full picture of potential outcomes. He sees his role as providing both his opinion on the client’s best course of action, as well as a full list of options, adjusting his strategies to suit client preferences.