He draws on courtroom and negotiating skills honed during 35 years of experience as special assistant to a United States Senate investigating committee, as a Federal prosecutor, and as private counsel to clients ranging from injured workers to state and local governments, judges, and highly-placed officials. Mr. Rhea takes only select cases, which enables him to give each client careful attention, and he tailors his approach to fit the needs of each client. Many clients are referred from other firms in search of experienced trial counsel. In short, anyone about to enter a courtroom, either to seek vindication or to defend against an accuser, would want Mr. Rhea standing by his side.