Louisiana State University and A. and M. College (Bachelor of Arts, 1974. Juris Doctor, 1977).
Worked at Lewis & Caplan (New Orleans, Los Angeles) specializing in Admiralty Law, Negligence Law, Medical Malpractice Law, Products Liability Law, Personal Injury Law. Admitted to the bar, 1977, Louisiana. Member: American Bar Association.
Member: American Bar Association.