My Why
What powers my practice
I am driven by a commitment to others and to my community. I love adding value to clients by focusing on what matters most—making our work predictable, being responsive, proactive, and listening well. I strive to treat people the way I’d want to be treated, because it’s not only the right thing to do, but also the foundation of strong, collaborative partnerships.
Credentials
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2004
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), 2000
- North Carolina
- Texas
- Tennessee
- Best Lawyers®, Corporate Law; Mergers and Acquisitions Law, 2024-present
- Business Hall of Fame/Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine
- Legal Elite, Business Law, Business North Carolina Magazine
- Selected to Business & Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers®
- Selected to Business & Corporate, Mergers & Acquisitions Rising Stars, Super Lawyers®
- North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society
Engagement
- Member, North Carolina Bar Association
- The Duke Children’s National Leadership Council (Duke Children’s)
- Former Board of Directors, First Tee of the Triangle
- Former Board of Directors, Duke DREAM Campaign
- Former Board of Directors, Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce
- Former Board of Directors, Durham Symphony Orchestra
- Former Board of Directors Member, Durham CrimeStoppers
- Leadership Triangle Program
- Leadership Durham Program
Insights
Does Your Church Need a Bag Policy? What Size, What Standard, and Why It Matters Now?
If you lead a church of any meaningful size, there is a security conversation happening now among your peers. And it centers on something deceptively…Read
Sep 3, 2026
Beyond the Numbers: Non-Financial Factors to Consider When Engaging a Business Broker or Investment Banker
When you’re preparing to hire a business broker or investment banker, it’s easy to focus on fees and other financial terms of the engagement. While…Read
Aug 25, 2026
Michael Best Attorneys Earn Recognition in The Best Lawyers in America 2027 List
Michael Best is proud to announce that 150 attorneys have been selected to The Best Lawyers in America 2027 list, with representation across 52 different practice areas across the nation. In addition, the firm is also excited to share that six attorneys have been named to the 2027 edition of the “Lawyer of the Year” list, which is a prestigious designation of a single lawyer in each specific practice area and location. 33 attorneys have also been named to the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch 2027 list.Read
Aug 20, 2026