Meet Kyle Killam
Attorney at Law
A few months ago, we had the pleasure of welcoming Kyle Killam into our office as contract counsel to the Firm. Kyle is a great criminal defense attorney, with over 19 years of experience. Lee has also had the pleasure of working with Kyle on several important cases, and we’re excited to have him under our roof! Between his military background, dedication to his clients, and excellent cooking, we feel Kyle is someone our readers should get to know! A former military police officer, Kyle was inspired to pursue a career in criminal defense after returning to civilian life. “Defense is more rewarding than law enforcement in my opinion,” he explains. “You get a chance to ensure everyone has the rights afforded to them. I view it as an extension of the oath I took to serve my country.” This strong belief in upholding people’s constitutional liberties is part of what led Kyle to meeting Lee in the first place. “I’ve known Lee for 10 years now. When we met, he was still a prosecutor, though we never had a case against each other,” Kyle reflects. “Not a lot of attorneys are former military. We tend to gravitate toward that common bond.” After Lee went into private practice, he and Kyle began drawing on their shared military background to work trials together from time to time. “It was always a learning experience,” Kyle recalls. When he’s not working on a case, Kyle has three activities he does to clear his mind: reading, shooting, and cooking. While these may sound like very different activities to some readers, it’s the meditative aspect of these hobbies that Kyle enjoys. As he puts it, “They let me get out of my own mind to focus on what I’m doing in the moment.” Kyle’s cooking in particular is something he excels at. He’ll frequently have large groups over for dinner, where they can expect a diverse dining experience. Kyle enjoys cooking both Italian and Thai food and prefers dishes with a lot of spices and flavors. From his cooking to his criminal defense work, Kyle puts his disciplined, analytical mind to the test. We’re lucky to share our practice with such a dedicated professional who shares our core values.
Cooking Oils Declassified Are You Using Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Wrong? Not all cooking oils are created equal. Some cooking oils have distinct flavors, while others are suited for high temperatures. Every oil is unique. Here are six common oils and their best uses. EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL An often misused oil, extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) should not be used for cooking or frying. It’s simply too delicate and cannot withstand high temperatures, which can damage the flavor, ruining dishes. Instead, use it as a finishing oil — drizzle it over pasta, salad, or bread. OLIVE OIL Unlike EVOO, standard olive oil can be used for cooking and frying. It can withstand temps up to about 460 degrees. In many cases, you can use it in place of other cooking oils — just be sure you’re using plain olive oil and not EVOO. COCONUT OIL Better for baking than cooking, coconut oil is generally solid at room temperature. It can be used for some cooking, but like EVOO it doesn’t play well with high temperatures. Keep it at 350 degrees or below and use it as a butter substitute. CANOLA OIL/VEGETABLE OIL A good option for high-heat cooking, baking, and frying, these utilitarian oils are completely neutral in flavor, but they’re not heart-healthy. Vegetable oil is a generic mix of oils, including soybean, canola (rapeseed), and palm oils, making it the most inexpensive cooking oil. PEANUT OIL Great for high-heat cooking, frying, and deep-frying, peanut oil has a neutral flavor, so you can easily use it in just about any dish that needs a cooking oil. It’s also a more heart-healthy option than canola and vegetable oils. AVOCADO OIL When you need an oil to withstand high temps, this is your oil. It has a smoke point of 510 degrees, making it perfect for grilling and stir-frying. What makes avocado oil particularly unique is it can also be used as a finishing oil, like EVOO. It’s light yet resilient.
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