My Professional Experiences

Professional Background

• Trial Court Judge

• Washington County Circuit Court, Branch II

  • Handling general caseload including Criminal, Civil, Family, Probate, and Juvenile matters. August 2025 to present.

• Criminal Litigation

• Prosecutor.

  • Military (USMC) Judge Advocate handling all levels of military crimes in court marshals (jury trials).

  • State Prosecutor (Wisconsin) handling an ongoing caseload of over 600 cases, jury trials in felony, misdemeanor, traffic and forfeiture offenses and misdemeanor appeals.

• Defense Attorney.

  • Wisconsin courts, all levels of crimes, traffic offenses, revocation of probation, and mental health and guardianship proceedings. Clients include direct retainers, court and State Public Defender appointments.

• Civil Law and Litigation

  • Employment Law and Litigation

• Represented employers and employees in the private and public sector handling discrimination claims, wages, workers compensation, unemployment, non-compete agreements and common law claims in Federal, state and administrative forums and appeals. 

• Consumer Litigation

• Representing consumers in claims arising from deceptive practices, fraudulent car sales, identity theft, credit reporting, and employment background checks.

• Other areas of practice in former positions include insurance defense and coverage claims and commercial litigation in State and Federal courts.

Attorney Positions Include

• Fond du Lac County District Attorney’s Office, Assistant District Attorney, 2022-2025.

• Leech Law Offices, S.C., 2010-2022. Offices in Milwaukee and West Bend, WI. Criminal defense, employment law, and consumer protection throughout Wisconsin.

• Samster, Konkel & Safran, S.C., 2005-June 2009, Milwaukee, WI. Employment law, workers compensation, and consumer protection.

• Wiederhold & Moses, P.A., 2002-2004. West Palm Beach, FL. Employment law and insurance defense.

• Solo Practitioner, 1997-2002. West Palm Beach, FL. Employment law and consumer protection.

• Gunster, Yoakley, Valdes‑Fauli & Stewart, 1995-1997, Ft. Lauderdale & West Palm Beach, FL. Commercial litigation and employment law.

• U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, 1988~1999, active duty 1990-1995, Judge Advocate: 1992-1995 Camp Pendleton, CA: Trial Counsel (military prosecutor) and Base Labor Counsel.

Education & Certifications

• University of Pittsburgh School of Law. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. J.D., 1990.

• Pennsylvania State University. University Park, Pennsylvania. B.S. Marketing, Minor Economics with additional emphasis in Finance and Speech, 1986.

• The Naval Justice School, Naval Station, Newport, RI, 1991. Professional level school for advanced training in Trial Advocacy.

• Formerly Board Certified Labor & Employment Law Specialist, Florida Bar 2001-2005 (not current).

• Formerly Certified as Circuit Court Mediator, Florida Bar 2003-2005 (not current).

Current Bar Admissions

• State Bar of Wisconsin.

• Federal Bars: United States Supreme Court; U.S. District Courts: Eastern & Western Districts of Wisconsin, Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.

• Washington County Bar Association.

Distinctions

• Awarded the Navy Commendation Medal in the U.S. Marine Corps while a Judge Advocate performing duties of Trial Counsel and Base Labor Counsel 1992-1995.

• Awarded National Defense Service Medal for serving in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Gulf War.

• AV Rating Martindale-Hubble.

• 10/10 Superb Rating AVVO.com.

Leadership Positions & Other Accomplishments

• Major, U.S. Marine Corps (Reserve): Active Duty 1992-1995; Active Reserve 1998-1999 Public Relations Officer 4th ANGLICO Reserve Unit, West Palm Beach, FL; Expert Rifle & Pistol Awards 1991-1995.

• Peer Group Leader (Experienced Attorneys), National Association of Consumer Advocates (Appointed 2016).

• Chair and Board Member , Civil Rights & Liberties Law Section, State Bar of Wisconsin (Term: 2010-2013).

• Board Member of the Labor & Employment Law Section, State Bar of Wisconsin (Term: July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2014), Elected 2011.

• President, Florida Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association, 2004-05, President Elect 2003-2004, Web Manager 2003-2004, Vice President 2002-2003, Regional Representative 2001-2002.

• Co-Chair Labor & Employment Law Certification Review Course, 2004, Florida Bar.

• Chair Palm Beach County Bar Association, 1997-98, Employment Law Continuing Legal Education Committee, 1996-97 Co-Chair.

• President Penn State Marketing Association, 1985-86.

• Second Degree Black Belt, American Taekwondo Association (1989).