My calling is helping creatives, artists, entrepreneurs, and small businesses build their businesses and protect their ideas, their work, and their livelihoods.  I formed Purtiman Legal in 2007 to provide high quality yet affordable legal business services for creatives and entrepreneurs. 

I'm not just an attorney.  I've worked at large corporations.  I'm an entrepreneur and have opened and managed several small businesses.  I'm an artist, writer, and filmmaker.   I understand what you need to grow your business and protect your dream, not just from a legal perspective, but because I've lived it. 

Nothing brings me more satisfaction than seeing my clients succeed, and I take great pride when my counsel can help be a small part of that success.

My Education:  University of Akron School of Law, J.D., Magna Cum Laude

                            The Ohio State University, B.A. Economics, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa

Community Activities: The Ohio State University at Mansfield, Vice Chairman-Board of Trustees

                                        Honor Flight Network, Board of Trustees Member

                                        Renaissance Performing Arts Association, Board of Directors Member

                                        Pioneer Career Center Performing Arts High School Program, Advisory Board Member