Home: Shrewsbury, MA. Age: 55. Profession: Attorney-at-law. Organization: Hamilton Reserve Bank (Senior Advisor). Concili8 L.L.C. (owner). Significant other: Yalile Maldonado, my wife. Alma mater: Worcester Academy Prep School; Seton Hall University; Suffolk University Law School.
Current project: Concili8 L.L.C. owner and founder; Senior Advisor, Hamilton Reserve Bank. Recent recognition: Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in the Nation from National Academy of Family Law Attorneys. Recent professional development: Appointed to the Senior Advisory Board for Hamilton Reserve Bank. Latest accomplishment: Created Concili8 L.L.C. upon retiring. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Becoming a judge. Hobbies: Gold, basketball, watching my children’s activities, being a father and husband. Last book read: “The Four Agreements,” Don Miguel Ruiz.
Moral compass: Do onto others as you would have them do to you. What is your greatest joy? Seeing my children pursue their passions. What word or phrase do you use far too often? “Your actions speak so loudly, I cannot hear what you’re saying” (Ralph Waldo Emerson). What natural talent have you neglected? Public speaking. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Food and dining experiences. What is at the top of your bucket list? African safari. How do you relieve stress? Reading and going to the gym. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Spontaneity with family.
What was your favorite college course? Oriental Philosophy. Besides your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life? Paul Brown of Leadership Dynamics, a great mentor. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Failure isn't a real thing, it's simply a matter of finding out what works and what doesn't. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Always be honest with clients and never promise results you can't deliver. What is your favorite app? French fries. What company or organization do you most admire? Starlink. What world event has had the greatest influence on your life? The crucifixion of Christ.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field?
Perception of conciliation from a last-resort formality to a proactive approach for resolving disputes.
What change would you like to see in the world? People choosing understanding over judgment. What message do you want to send out into the world? Treat every person you meet with dignity and respect. What widely held belief do you reject? The belief that conflict is inherently negative. What mega-trend most excites you? Alternative dispute resolution.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Jesus. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? An attorney. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My dogs. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With my family, somewhere peaceful and familiar. What advice would you give your younger self? Don't worry about a thing, 'cause every little thing's gonna be alright. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? The birth of my daughters.
Personal mission: Helping others solve complex problems. Personal motto: Anything's possible. Favorite quote: "The reward for work well done is the opportunity to do more" (Dr. Jonas Salk). Desired epitaph: He helped others find their way.
