Alan brings practical judgment and seasoned insight to clients navigating real estate transactions, business deals, and estate planning. His broad-based background, shaped by decades of work across corporate law, litigation, real estate, and general business counsel, makes him a trusted advisor for clients facing complex legal and business challenges.

Today, Alan works with clients who are actively engaged in growing and expanding their businesses. His decades of experience allow him to provide not just legal support, but also valuable insights on business planning.

Known for his responsiveness and reliability, Alan ensures that client issues are addressed promptly and personally. His clients, who range in age and industry, appreciate having a lawyer who treats their matters as if they were his own and who is well connected to the right resources when additional support is needed. Many of Alan’s clients are also longtime friends, and he finds it deeply rewarding to help them achieve success.

Although he considers his work a hobby, Alan also enjoys the occasional weekend getaway to Nashville or a favorite casino destination.

Education & Admissions

Education

University of Virginia
J.D.

College of William and Mary
L.L.M., Taxation

Old Dominion University
B.A., 1968

Admissions

Virginia

Clerkships

Law clerk for The Honorable Judge Walter E. Hoffman (including during the trial of Vice President Spiro Agnew)

Affiliations

Community

Alan has been a director or officer of several community organizations. His activities include: 

United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, Past President

United Jewish Federation of Tidewater, Board of Directors

Professional

Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association

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