Born in Lake, Mississippi. BA in Political Science and J.D. from University of Mississippi (1975). Army Judge Advocate 1975 to 1978. Practice with Gerald, Brand firm (Jackson & Newton) 1978 to 1991. Married, four children. Active in United Methodist Church; past President, Newton Chamber of Commerce; past President, Newton Lions Club; former Bar Commissioner, former member of State Bar Ethics Committee; past President, Mississippi Municipal Attorneys Association; past President, Friendship Breakfast Club. Cattleman, strong interest in history and politics.
