Allen "Brady" Cantrell
Lee's Summit,MO
Summary
Accomplished In-house Counsel offering twenty plus (20+) year record of supporting internal corporate clients and company in business related contractual matters. Communicates clearly and effectively with internal clients, executives, opposing parties, and corporate external clients. Adept at developing and fostering lasting professional relationships. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with continued loyalty to the company and its internal clients.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Attorney
Black & Veatch
07.2000 - 12.2023
- Streamlined legal processes by implementing efficient strategies to address risk management and contractual issues, resulting in reduced time spent on contract review and negotiation tasks.
- Reduced company risk exposure by reviewing and commenting on contracts and identifying potential liabilities.
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated large complex contracts (including Design-Build, Engineering and Construction, Non-Disclosure, Confidentiality and other pertinent corporate contracts) to protect client interests.
- Developed comprehensive strategies for clients to address both immediate contract and risk management concerns and long-term objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (including working with other groups, divisions and members) to provide well-rounded counsel on business transactions, approaches and decisions.
- Assisted clients in discussing formation, governance and dissolution of businesses.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for company.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for company.
- Counseled clients within the company on potential outcomes of business and project matters.
- Reviewed and commented on proposals and qualifications documents for the company.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients within the company.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations, risk management approaches, and strategic plans.
- Performed risk management and corporate due diligence serving on proposal review boards and risk management committees.
Assistant Consumer Counsel
Citizens' Utility Ratepayer Board (CURB)
06.1993 - 06.2000
- Negotiated favorable settlement terms on behalf of clients in numerous administration cases, saving time and resources.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of complex legal matters before administrative agency.
- Conducted extensive legal research to support administrative case preparation and provide accurate advice to clients.
- Drafted persuasive legal documents, such as motions, briefs, and memorandums, contributing to successful administrative agency outcomes.
- Represented ratepayer clients and presented compelling arguments in court proceedings (including Kansas Court of Appeals and Kansas Supreme Court) and administrative agency proceedings (including the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)), achieving favorable rulings for represented clients across various case types (including telecommunication, gas and energy rate proceedings and proceedings).
- Managed a diverse caseload while maintaining excellent attention to detail and prioritizing tasks effectively under tight deadlines.
- Assisted expert witnesses in preparing for trial by reviewing testimony and formulating strategic approaches.
- Negotiated settlements of administrative proceedings with opposing counsel of other involved parties.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for cases.
- Worked with legislators to assist in drafting retail wheeling, telecommunications and other relevant utility legislation and enforcement procedures by offering insights as an industry participant.
Education
J.D. -
University of Kansas School of Law
Lawrence, KS05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK08.1993
Skills
- Risk Assessment of Contracts
- Large Complex Contract Negotiation
- Joint Ventures
- Construction Law
- Familiarity with Insurance Law and terms
- Corporate and Business Legal Issues
- Drafting Large Complex Agreements
- Collaborate with various divergent departments, units and divisions
Timeline
Senior Attorney
Black & Veatch
07.2000 - 12.2023
Assistant Consumer Counsel
Citizens' Utility Ratepayer Board (CURB)
06.1993 - 06.2000
J.D. -
University of Kansas School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Oklahoma
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