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I would seek out a trainer who specializes in dealing with aggressive/social issues with dogs. You already know that this dog has a history of not getting along with other dogs and unfortunately you are already nervous about greeting strange dogs. How you handle greeting will affect how well your new dog will do with this. Whatever you do don't jerk the leash, don't allow greetings more than a few seconds to start, when done turn and walk away and don't let them get too close that they can get tangled. You may also want to put a muzzle on just before you greet to keep the other dog safe from a bite until you know better how your dog will handle a greeting. The muzzle will allow you to go in for a greet rather than holding at a distance in fear of a bite or fight. If your dog does well you can continue without the muzzle.
When using the muzzle for greetings place it on just prior to the greet and remove when done. Don't walk with it on.
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