1 . Briefly tell us about your professional background .
I graduated law school from Florida State University , College of Law in 2015 , and have since practiced law and sold commercial real estate . Before joining Kari and Carlton Fields , I worked as an attorney for the Florida Senate , Committee on Fiscal Policy during the 2023 and 2024 legislative sessions .
2 . What are your hobbies or interests outside of work ?
I ’ ve played guitar for 21 years and sometimes play at bars around town . I like being in the woods , cooking , history and I play a lot of chess . With a baby on the way ( probably already born by the time this is published ), I probably won ’ t be doing many of these activities for the foreseeable future .
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3 . Do you have any pets ?
We have a 5-year-old Black Lab / Husky mix named Huckleberry , and a 1-year-old Golden Retriever , Maple .
4 . What is your favorite college or pro team ?
I lost the generational lottery and was born into a Miami Dolphins household .
5 . Do you have any “ guilty pleasure ” TV Shows ?
Like any good husband , I complain to my wife about the Bravo shows she watches until I ultimately sit down and binge Below Deck with her .
6 . What is your favorite travel location ?
My wife and I got married in Italy . We want to travel and see other places , but how can you beat Tuscany ?
7 . What was the first car you drove ?
My uncle sold me his 1993 Toyota 4-Runner . That thing is probably still putzing around Tallahassee somewhere . I wish I still had it .
8 . What was your first job ? I ’ m from Florida . I was a bagboy at Publix .
9 . What is the secret to your success ? Have a good mentor . Thank you , Kari !
10 . Grill master or reservations ?
While I love manning the grill , take me to a good pizza joint any day !
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