Corporate/Mergers and Acquisitions

Joined the firm in 1988; became Partner in 1997.

Partner in the Corporate Department. Focuses on negotiated and hostile merger and acquisition transactions, proxy contests, restructurings, joint ventures, corporate governance and shareholder activism. Represents both public and private companies in a variety of industries and advises private equity clients. Counsel to boards of directors and special committees concerning corporate governance, fiduciary duties and other matters. Has significant experience in the energy, industrials, retail and healthcare industries.

University of Richmond (B.A., summa cum laude, 1984), Phi Beta Kappa; Duke University School of Law (J.D., with honors,1988).