Dayna Elkin
New City,New York
Summary
Dedicated and skilled attorney specializing in corporate and transactional law. Adept at time management and possess strong communication skills. An expert drafter of contracts and critical thinker to advocate for businesses to get results. Committed to pursuing best outcomes for clients and legal firms alike.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Counsel
Active International
Pearl River, NY
08.2016 - 01.2022
- Managed a team of attorneys responsible for providing legal counsel to executive management and the in house sales and marketing teams.
- Served as Secretary of the board of directors, providing counsel on fiduciary duties and other corporate governance concerns.
- Advised senior leadership on potential strategic investments into new markets or technologies.
- Applied dynamic negotiation skills and legal expertise to develop contracts and assisted in the negotiation of contracts and other legal documents with external stakeholders.
- Created training materials for staff members on topics such as diversity, equity and inclusion, code of conduct and data privacy.
- Collaborated with human resources personnel to develop employment agreements for new hires.
- Worked closely with outside counsels when necessary to represent the company's interests in court proceedings or arbitration proceedings domestically and internationally.
- Conducted research on complex legal issues related to corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property rights and labor law matters.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior attorneys, enhancing team skills and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Provided legal advice, opinions and solutions regarding issues and risks on various transactional and regulatory matters.
- Advised on intellectual property rights, filing and defending trademarks and patents, and navigating copyright laws to protect clients' interests.
Associate General Counsel
Active International
Pearl River, NY
10.1996 - 07.2016
- Conducted due diligence prior to entering into new business arrangements.
- Prepared legal opinions in response to questions from management relating to contractual rights and obligations.
- Negotiated settlements between parties in disputes involving the organization's interests.
- Provided strategic counsel to management on complex legal matters related to corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property protection and litigation.
- Developed training materials for personnel on topics such as anti-corruption laws and regulations.
- Worked closely with other members of senior leadership team to develop strategies that minimize risk while maximizing opportunities for growth.
- Facilitated internal investigations into allegations of misconduct or violations of policy.
- Managed outside counsel in connection with litigation matters; developed strategy for dispute resolution.
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments on projects that involve multiple stakeholders.
- Reviewed, drafted and negotiated a wide range of legal documents including contracts, agreements, leases and licenses.
- Assisted with the development of policies, procedures and protocols for compliance with applicable laws.
- Implemented technology solutions for case management, legal research, and document preparation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in legal work.
- Negotiated settlements in civil disputes, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and a keen understanding of client interests and legal implications.
- Conducted due diligence investigations in corporate transactions, mergers, and acquisitions, ensuring thorough risk assessment and compliance.
- Provided legal advice, opinions and solutions regarding issues and risks on various transactional and regulatory matters.
- Provided legal advice and guidance to clients on matters such as business transactions and claim liability.
- Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
Education
LLM - International Business
London School of Economics
London, England12-1996
J.D. -
New York Law School
New York, NY06-1995
Bachelor of Arts -
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06-1992
Skills
- Corporate Governance
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Dispute Resolution
- Compliance Management
- International Law
- Strategic Thinking
- Corporate Law
- Contract Negotiation
- Business law
Affiliations
I enjoy traveling and learning about new cultures and trying new things, I am always up for an adventure.
Certification
- Licensed in NJ, NY
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Counsel
Active International
08.2016 - 01.2022
Associate General Counsel
Active International
10.1996 - 07.2016
LLM - International Business
London School of Economics
J.D. -
New York Law School
Bachelor of Arts -
SUNY At Buffalo
- Licensed in NJ, NY
Similar Profiles
JENNA PONTRELLIJENNA PONTRELLI
Media Assistant at Active InternationalMedia Assistant at Active International
Benjamin SanchezBenjamin Sanchez
Media Assistant at Active InternationalMedia Assistant at Active International
Jason PuliscianoJason Pulisciano
Account Coordinator at Active InternationalAccount Coordinator at Active International