Honors degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland, 1975; Bachelor in Political Science and History magna cum laude, State University of New York, Albany, 1977; Master of Public Administration in Policy Analysis, Legislation and Research magna cum laude, Syracuse University, 1978; Juris Doctor cum laude, Georgetown University, 1986.
Legislation assistant, New York Senate, Albany, 1977; economics analyst, General Accounting Office, Washington, 1978; economics development director, El Centro, California, 1979; director, Neighborhood Outreach Program, San Diego, 1980-1982; associate, Surry & Morse, Washington, 1984-1986; associate, Pierson, Semmes & Finley, Washington, 1986-1988; counsel, Hogan & Hartson, Washington, 1990-1992; chief counsel, Clinton for President Primary Campaign, 1992; chief counsel, Clinton-Gore Campaign, 1992; general counsel, Democratic National Committee, 1992; general counsel, Presidential Inauguration Committee, 1993; deputy assistant to President United States, secretary to Cabinet, The White House, Washington, 1993-1994; commissioner, Federal Trade Commission, Wasington, 1994^.
Active Women's Legal Defense Fund. Member District of Columbia Bar assosiation, New York State Bar Association, National Lawyer's Council.
