Alan litigates regularly in state and federal trial courts around the country and is experienced arguing in state supreme court and intermediate state and federal circuit courts of appeal. He handles complex breach of contract, class action, and commercial claims across many industries. He represents debt buyers under the FDCPA and related state law. He has long helped insurance carriers handle or litigate challenging coverage claims. Alan is also solicitor for the Village of Fairfax, Ohio and regular or special counsel for several Ohio joint fire districts and political subdivisions, advising them across the spectrum of their operations as public servants. He uses his significant litigation experience to assess claims early, mediating or resolving them informally to mitigate risk and control cost when that is the best course and helping clients prevent or limit claims before they arise. Alan is Vice Chair of the Firm's Office of General Counsel and served for several years as co-chair of the Commercial Litigation practice group. He also serves the community and the legal profession in several volunteer capacities that hold personal meaning.