Graduated from Wits in 1974 BA,LLB.
Advocate at the Johannesburg Bar from 1975-1979.
Emigrated to California 1979.
Admitted to State Bar of California in 1981.
Private practice San Jose CA 1981-2005, criminal defense.
Public Defender San Diego 2005 to present.
Married to Susan Cooper,3 sons and 3 grandsons.