Athens State College, B.S., 1963; Emory University, Canlon School of Technology, M.S., 1966; Birmingham School of Law
Law School Attended:
Emory University, Canlon School of Technology, 1971
Year of First Admission:
1979
Admission:
1979, Alabama
ISLN:
904403730
Areas of Practice (7)
Social Security Disability
Social Security
Personal Injury
Bankruptcy & Debt
Automobile Accidents
Workers Compensation
Estate Planning
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