Barrett Business Services Inc. (NASDAQ: BBSI), a provider of staffing and PEO services, named James Potts as executive VP and general counsel.

Potts joins Barrett Business Services from law firm Cozen O’Connor and has more than 25 years of legal experience.

“James’ transactional, compliance and major litigation management experience, and talent for guiding organizations on legal and strategic matters, will be a tremendous asset for us,” CEO Gary Kramer said.

Potts will oversee the company’s legal, governance and compliance functions. He will also be part of the senior management team and report to Kramer.

Barrett Business Services ranks on SIA’s 2019 list of Largest US Staffing Firms.

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