Our Philosophy

Practicality takes precedence.

Attorneys must bring more than good legal skills to the table. In an era of ever decreasing margins, every service must be worth its cost. Legal services are no different.

Allocating resources wisely can mean the difference between success and failure. Spending time and money preparing for contingencies that never occur is the sign of a poor tactician, both in business and in law. With that in mind, we make it a point to work closely with our clients to understand their businesses and their goals on each matter.

We're quick and we're focused.

We get straight to the heart of a matter to deliver optimum and cost-effective solutions. We are practical lawyers and problem solvers who take a hands-on approach to solving client problems.

Sensitive to your budget.

We recognize that companies are concerned about legal fees disproportionate to the amount in dispute or to the effort actually required. By paying special attention to the economics of each matter, we deliver efficient, quality representation. We match the task to the skill level required so as to maximize efficiencies without sacrificing quality.

We are flexible on billing arrangements and much of what we do is on a flat fee basis, where you know what you will be paying in advance. We prefer flat fee arrangements as do our clients.

The right tool for the right job.

An old adage says that if you were a hammer, you would tend to treat everything like a nail. Unfortunately, that adage too often applies to law firms.

What works in Pusan, Korea, may not work in Dalian, China or in Hanoi, Vietnam. We look at every problem in its context to find its solution. If it means hard-nosed litigation, we will do it. If the problem lends itself better to mediation or negotiation, we will use those tools instead. If the solution calls for a special skill we do not offer, we will find the right person for it. Our focus is on what works for our clients.

A different approach.

We know that our services must contribute to your profitability and success. We know we have succeeded when you come back for our advice or refer or recommend your colleagues to us.

Let's Talk.

We urge you to go to our contact page and tell us about your situation so we can know how we can assist. Initial consultations are always free.