Keith grew up in Southern Indiana and was the first of his family to attend college, an upbringing that helps him to relate to, and be relatable to, union representatives and members. With a communication style that is down to earth, respectful and direct, Keith made a point of building rapport not only with his clients, but also among their union representatives in order to serve as an advocate and facilitator to realizing a favorable outcome. As vice president and general counsel for a major automotive supplier based in Detroit, he developed a respect for the budgeting process of major businesses and, as a result, seeks to be diligent when it comes to conserving his client’s resources. Keith’s experience in-house gave him a better understanding of and sensitivity to the underlying challenges major businesses face when investing in outside legal counsel.