Mr. Jolly is a consultant for Pillsbury assigned to the firm's Wine, Beer and Spirits Law practice. Mr. Jolly is not an attorney. Prior to joining Pillsbury Mr. Jolly served as Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). He also served as Interim Director of Business, Transportation and Housing’s Office of Real Estate Appraisers.

Mr. Jolly was appointed Director of ABC by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2004. During his tenure he was responsible for increasing the level of compliance of ABC laws by developing extensive statewide prevention and enforcement programs. Mr. Jolly has over 31 years of experience in public service with knowledge in every aspect ABC law including licensing, enforcement, business practice and fiscal management of statewide programs. On several occasions Mr. Jolly has testified before Senate and Assembly hearings on issues related to California ABC Tied-House law and related matters.

Mr. Jolly counsels the firm’s beverage industry clients on how to navigate California’s complex regulatory scheme regarding the manufacture, sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages. He keeps clients abreast of legislative and regulatory changes in the industry. The firms Restaurant, Food and Beverage Industry practice represents a wide range of national and regional chains, wineries, distilleries, importers and wholesalers.

Education

B.S., California State University, Long Beach

FBI National Academy, United States Department of Justice, Session 192