Associate — Andy Taylor & Associates, P.C.
Houston, Texas

• Representing political action committee in lawsuit filed by unsuccessful candidates alleging violations of the TEXAS ELECTION CODE.
• Advising individuals on various issues regarding upcoming vote on political measure.
• Representing current officeholder in ongoing election contest.
• Advising the Office of the Attorney General of Texas on various redistricting issues, including the application of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
• Representing business non-profit corporation in lawsuits filed by unsuccessful candidates alleging violations of the TEXAS ELECTION CODE.
• Representing various clients in the civil litigation context.
• Aided in the creation and development of new law firm.

Associate — Locke, Liddell & Sapp, L.L.P.
Houston, Texas

• Assisted Governor Rick Perry’s and Senator John Cornyn’s campaign on the ballot integrity initiative during the 2002 general election. This included organizing a statewide network of poll workers for election day, training poll watchers across the state, and fielding calls on election day regarding various legal concerns.
• Counseled large corporations on employment issues, including wrongful termination, retaliation, and discrimination; wage and hour issues; disability accommodation and leaves of absence; reductions in force; and employee privacy.