Experience Managed legal affairs of global franchise systems for 30 years, including Meineke Car Care Centers Inc., MAACO Auto Painting, and Econo Lube & Tune. Handled litigation and transactional matters, including defining the legal relationship between franchisor and franchisee and recovering future royalties upon termination of franchise agreement. Participated in financial transactions involving purchase and sale of franchise systems.
Education Syracuse University, J.D. 1977, University of Virginia, B.A. 1973 with distinction.
Admission to Practice United States Supreme Court, United States District Court, Western District of North Carolina, United States Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit, United States Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit.