Practice area: Family law, probate, corporate and business transactions.

Law school and year of graduation: Florida State University; December 2007.

How long have you been at the firm? I was an associate 9 years and 7 months (I was hired May 2011). I made partner, Jan. 1, 2021.

What's the biggest surprise you experienced in becoming a partner?  I am fortunate that I work at a firm where associates are not micromanaged, so I already enjoyed a great deal of freedom. Upon being elevated to partner, the level of freedom remained the same, which speaks very highly of how this firm treats associates. One surprise, though, was how transparent the firm is with regard to partner benefits and how all partners are treated with such equality.

Describe how you feel about your career now that you've made partner. It was always a personal goal of mine to make partner before I turned 40.  So obviously succeeding in that goal gave me a great sense of accomplishment.

What's the key to successful business development, in your opinion? Speak to everyone.  Be confident in who you are and your worth as an attorney. And never be afraid to say, "I don't know the answer to that, but I will look into it." People crave authenticity and honesty.

What's been the biggest change, day-to-day, in your routine since becoming a partner?  Luckily, nothing has really changed other than some additional minor administrative duties. This, again, speaks highly of how Nason Yeager treats its associates and partners.

Who had the greatest influence in your career that helped propel you to a partner?  It takes a village to raise a child.  It takes a village to make you a partner. I have made it a point to learn whatever I can from any attorney, partner or associate, at Nason Yeager.

What's the best piece of advice you could give an associate who wants to make partner?  Know your worth, but also know when the time is right.