After serving three years of active duty in the U.S. Army, 1983 – 1986, Michael went to college at Indiana University, in Bloomington, Indiana.  He moved to Santa Barbara, California, in 1992, where, in 2000, he received his degree in law.  He began his law practice in 2001, working for other firms.  Michael started his own firm in 2008.  Michael’s clients find his easy-going style comforting.  His knowledge, experience and no-nonsense approach to resolving cases provide the kinds of results clients need when they need it.