During the first year of President Donald J. Trump’s second term, Jonathan served as a political appointee in the United States Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, where he served as Counsel to the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights. He resigned from that position to return to private practice and bring his firsthand knowledge of federal government operations to the representation of individual citizens and small organizations. Prior to his government service, Jonathan litigated civil rights cases in federal courts nationwide, with a focus on defending free speech and free exercise of religion against local government actions. He has extensive experience representing individuals and small entities in "David v. Goliath" matters involving disputes with government agencies or large corporations. Before becoming an attorney, Jonathan served for 15 years as a congregational rabbi. Clients appreciate his holistic, values-driven approach that integrates principle, practicality, and sensitivity to the high costs of litigation. He views litigation as a last resort and prioritizes cost-effective solutions that minimize expense to the client while advancing their goals. Jonathan is a strong advocate who negotiates aggressively against bad-faith opponents while seeking amicable resolutions with good-faith parties whenever possible. He has represented January 6 defendants in high-profile federal prosecutions and has seen government processes from multiple perspectives, as a former high-ranking DOJ official, as a litigator against municipalities, and as an advocate for individuals. This background informs his skepticism of overreach and his commitment to honest assessments of case strengths and risks. Jonathan works collaboratively with clients, recognizing that no one knows their situation better than they do. He welcomes client participation in developing strategies and is willing to pursue principled cases even when success is uncertain, always being transparent about likely outcomes and focusing on minimizing costs while maximizing impact. Jonathan has litigated general civil matters in addition to civil rights cases. When matters fall outside his primary practice areas or licensed jurisdictions, he routinely partners with local counsel or subject-matter experts to ensure clients receive effective representation. Honesty, integrity, and client empowerment remain his core values.