My contributions have extended beyond these roles; in 2004, I was a Deputy Special Master for the September 11th Victims Compensation Fund. Between 2006 and 2008, I took on the role of Attorney Advisor for the USDOJ’s Electronic Surveillance Unit in Washington, DC. My international experience includes serving as the U.S. Department of Justice Resident Legal Advisor for the U.S. Embassy in Pristina, Kosovo, from 2008 to 2011, where I played a pivotal role in training legal professionals, drafting laws and legal documents, and establishing the country’s inaugural National Crime Victims Rights Week. My efforts have been recognized through awards from the USDOJ, including the Law Enforcement Coordination Award and the Attorney General Special Commendation Award. Since 2014, I have also worked as a legal consultant for the National Center for State Courts’ Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Program, aiding several Caribbean nations.

I was born in Durham and grew up in Martin County. I am proud to be both a third-generation graduate of North Carolina Central University and a second-generation alum of its School of Law.

As President, my vision for the NCABL includes bolstering our membership, enhancing our connection with communities, raising our profile across all regions, and improving access to lawyers of color throughout North Carolina. This year, we willl initiate efforts aimed at recruiting new members, offering high-quality CLE courses, and fostering fellowship to share and exchange resources.

The strength of the NCABL lies in our collective action, and I eagerly anticipate working together with all of you towards our shared goals.