Mr. Hoff, a founder and a partner of the Firm, began practicing law in 1976. He possesses a background which uniquely qualifies him for his specialty in aviation law, insurance defense, and litigation. Mr. Hoff is admitted to practice law in the following states: Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin, California, Michigan, New York, Minnesota and the District of Columbia, as well as numerous Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court.