Lew is a founding partner of Salmon Barton & Associates, LLP.  He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Mercer University of Atlanta, in 1986.

Lew's area of expertise includes consulting with the management of closely held companies , primarily in the insurance, construction, associations, non-profits and service industries. Lew's focus is in accounting and auditing as well as tax planning and tax preparation for closely held companies and individuals.

Prior to forming Salmon Barton & Associates, LLP, Lew spent 24 years with a medium sized CPA firm in Atlanta starting as an associate and leaving the firm as a partner.

Lew is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants.  He assisted in the formation of the Georgia Captive Association, Inc. and has consulted with the Georgia Group Funds Association and has provided assistance to the Georgia Department of Insurance on various committees.