J.D., Wake Forest University, 1985

B.A. (Politics), Cum Laude, Wake Forest University, 1982

David is an experienced contract lobbyist practicing before the North Carolina General Assembly on multiple issues, including health care, tax and business and corporate affairs. David’s lobbying practice is enhanced by almost two decades of experience with Poyner & Spruill advocating for businesses in the areas of commercial construction, real property development, commercial landlord/tenant and financial transactions.

David is an experienced trial attorney and has been involved in litigation in state and federal courts, as well as before numerous arbitration panels. In addition, David is a certified Superior Court mediator and has served as a mediator and advocate for clients in mediations for almost ten years.

David brings a business-like approach to lobbying and litigation with a focus on the solution to the problem, and a big picture perspective.

• North Carolina Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
• North Carolina Association for Non-Profit Homes for the Aging
• Carolinas Center for Hospice and End of Life Care
• Medco Health Solutions, Inc.

North Carolina Professional Lobbyists Association

Wake County Bar Association

• Board of Directors, 1998-1999

North Carolina Bar Association

Registered North Carolina Lobbyist

Certified Superior Court Mediator

Board of Directors, Kids Voting of Wake County, 1998-2000

United Way of Wake County’s Leaders for Tomorrow, 1993

Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Leadership Raleigh

North Carolina

4^th Circuit Court of Appeals