Jim is extremely comfortable to be around. He does not get excited or become flappable! He pursued the case tenaciously and I think to it's fair conclusion in settlement. As a litigator, he was very well prepared and knowledgeable of the area of law in which we sought advice. He kept us on a reali...ty check throughout the case, never promising more than what might be reasonably expected as an outcome. I would not hesitate to refer anyone to Mr. Hicks if they had legal issues with construction, repairs or any such similar matters.