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about me

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Who am I?

I was born and raised in Elk Grove, a growing city just south of our state's capitol, Sacramento. Nearly 30 years ago, my Mom opened her appliance business and since then has become affectionally known as the "Maytag Lady." My Dad worked for the State of California as an entomologist, and has become affectionally known as the "Bug Guy." I worked with my two older brother's at our Mom's shop after school, and I started at $1 a job.

Not only did my parents teach me the value of hard work, standing by your product and service, but also instilled the need to be active in the community and help others. I was there when my Mom became the first female president of Elk Grove Rotary, and when my Dad led the efforts for the Elk Grove Food Bank. I was there when they were named Co-Citizen's of the Year for Elk Grove. And I was there when Hawkins Park was dedicated to my parents for their years of service to the community. What my parents did in Elk Grove, I will do in San Diego.

In 2012, I was admitted to practice law in the State of California and have done so with the largest criminal defense law firm in San Diego, the Public Defender's Office. I have received training and guidance from California's greatest legal minds.

From speeding tickets to homicides, I have represented them all. For the last 12 years, I have represented over 4,800 criminal cases. I have the experience of 55 jury trials, and countless motions and preliminary hearings. I will protect you when the system can’t.

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Inspiration

I am inspired by my family. I opened Hawkins Law as a new and first-time father, daughter having just turned 5 months old. While my daughter has been the catalyst to the opening of Hawkins Law, my wife has been all of Earth’s elements in the creation. Jordan needed Pippen, Jobs needed Wozniak, and I have needed her. She has trained me to be a more compassionate and empathetic advocate for my clients, largely influenced by her training and education as a doctoral level marriage and family therapist. My daughter and wife have more than inspired me, they are the answer to the “how” and “why” of Hawkins Law’s creation.

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My parents and brothers have been and continue to be a great inspiration. My mom celebrates her 30th year of owning Valley Oak Maytag this year, 2019. My oldest brother has worked to be the man and the face of the family business going forward. They have employed hundreds of people of people along the way; a goal of mine. My dad put his time in with the state of CA, 25 years to be exact, yet continues to educate and be the expert on all things bug and mosquito related. My middle brother has inspired me to fight for better and more, and to pursue and persevere with good intentions. Finally, my non-blood related brother, my best friend since kindergarten has instilled a winning mindset. From then to now, we have pushed each other to achieve personal and professional success.

The promise to my clients is also inspired by my prior work experience as a Deputy Public Defender. Since 2008, I was with the office in various capacities: student-worker, legal runner/pro per coordinator, intern, post-bar law clerk, and attorney. For an office that had done so much for me, I know my service to our clients was sufficient enough of a thank you. In that time, I was fortunate enough to meet my legal mentor; and I know without a doubt I would not be the trial lawyer I am today without his guidance. My practice as a trial lawyer is built on: Communication, Trust, Competence, and Empathy. The importance of these four pillars has been instilled within me as a result of my years with the Public Defenders office, years being trained by my mentor, and years being trained by my family.

Now, I am invigorated to have my name directly linked to my work as a trial lawyer. My dream fulfilled is to have my name and my reputation on the line everyday for my clients. Hawkins Law is that dream, and I thank all of my clients for helping me achieve that dream.

Don't Talk, Call The Hawk! Call or text: (619) 880-HAWK