After completing my Law degree at Macquarie University I was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW in 1981.

Since 1985 I have been a senior partner in a local law firm, based in Maitland.

I have extensive experience in criminal and family law, and am widely respected within the industry by colleagues and clients.

I am the current President of the Hunter Valley Law Society. I am heavily involved in my local community.

I have been President of the Rutherford-Telarah Rotary Club, President of Lochinvar Rovers soccer club, Vice-President of Maitland Golf Club, and am still an active member of Maitland Netball Association.