Trez is a seasoned civil defense attorney who tries high-stakes product liability and tort cases across a range of industries, with a focus on healthcare, manufacturing, and other product-driven sectors. He defends complex matters in state and federal courts involving product liability, pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, and wrongful death claims.
With more than 25 years in the healthcare industry, including as a registered nurse and as a senior healthcare administrator, Trez brings uncommon clinical and operational insight to litigation. His background spans emergency medicine, critical care, interventional radiology, ventilator rehabilitation, and cardiothoracic and neurological intensive care, as well as leadership roles in medical-surgical services, critical care and interventional radiology. This depth of experience allows him to translate intricate clinical and operational issues into practical legal strategy in healthcare, torts and product-related disputes.
Trez represents clients across healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, and other regulated industries in disciplinary proceedings, regulatory investigations, and catastrophic loss matters. In addition, he serves as outside corporate counsel, advising clients on federal and state regulatory investigations, compliance reviews, internal policy assessments, remediation efforts, peer review proceedings, licensure actions, and administrative hearings. His healthcare executive and human resources experience further supports clients’ corporate governance, transactional, and policy needs.
Trez’s 13 years in the U.S. Air Force Reserves as a military officer reflect a sustained record of leadership and service. He also graduated with honors from the 3790th Medical Service Squadron’s Medical Service Specialist program at Sheppard Air Force Base.
Known for his collaborative style and credibility with clients, witnesses, and juries, Trez is a true trial lawyer who develops cases from initial investigation through verdict. Clients value his candor, meticulous preparation, and effective courtroom advocacy.