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Crystal Moroney

Crystal Moroney

Franklin,TN

Summary

  • Dedicated and accomplished Corporate Attorney with seventeen (17) years of experience.
  • Proficient drafter of complex business contracts.
  • A strong closer of complex business deals and a Skillful negotiator that has successfully resolved large company claims.
  • Committed to pursuing the best outcomes to secure new business in a compliant and effective manner.
  • A Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges and drive a company's success.
  • Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Corporate Counsel

Geodis Logistics
Brentwood, TN
11.2021 - Current
  • Negotiates and drafts complex business contracts to drive new business for the company.
  • Counsels the executive board on actions required or prohibited by government regulations to promote company compliance regarding global transportation.
  • Develops policies and procedures for the freight forwarding division in the Americas branch to ensure compliance with everchanging laws and regulations.
  • Provides legal advice and solutions to the executive board regarding issues, risks and liability on various transactional and regulatory matters.
  • Conducts in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements and contracts.
  • Collaborates on strategy and manages outside counsel to represent the company's interests in court proceedings around the country.
  • Maintains open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Negotiates complex settlements of disputes arising from contractual obligations or other claims against the company.
  • Leverages knowledge of precedents and applicable laws to determine probable case outcomes

Managing Partner

Law Offices of Crystal Moroney, P.C
New City, NY
01.2012 - 08.2021
  • Built a successful recovery law firm with various collection platforms to customize recoveries for my clients in various industries, including retailers and financial institutions.
  • Created and managed the budget for the firm's operations to ensure efficiency and profitability.
  • Managed daily operations including a staff of approximately 30 employees.
  • Attended networking events to promote the firm's brand and build client relationships.
  • Exceeded sales goals through cross-selling within the existing client base as well as strategically attracted new business.
  • Negotiated and drafted contracts with clients, suppliers, and vendors.
  • Ensured compliance with legal regulations and corporate policies.

Attorney

MoroneyMarshall, Dennehey Coleman & Goggin, LLP
New York, NY
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Negotiated and defended clients' matters in maritime and transportation litigation, insurance defense and personal injury claims from construction sites.
  • Represented and argued on behalf of my clients in both, Federal and State courts in New York and New Jersey, arbitration hearings and private settlement meetings.
  • Handled cases involving cargo loss and damage, recovery and subrogation, and defense of corporate marine related matters.
  • Drafted corporate contracts involving Charter Parties, Service Agreements and financing solutions on behalf of my clients.
  • Conducted research and analyzed case law for use in litigation proceedings.
  • Reviewed and edited various legal documents including: pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and internal memorandums.
  • Drafted complaints, motions, and other court filings.

Attorney

McDermott & Radzik, LLP
New York, NY
01.2005 - 01.2010
  • Represented clients in federal and state-court proceedings in admiralty and global transportation matters.
  • Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
  • Counseled clients on their rights under the applicable laws and developed case strategy to effectively defend a client's position.
  • Analyzed complex factual scenarios involving multiple parties or entities.
  • Performed complex legal research to prepare for cases or arbitration.
  • Managed approximately 65 litigation cases annually, from intake through trial.
  • Argued motions and attended court hearings; Took and defended depositions and prepared witnesses for trial.
  • Drafted complex business documents such as Ship Mortgages; Trust agreements, Charter Party agreements, and Freight Service Agreements; company contracts; employee policies and partnership agreements.

Paralegal

DenneheySimpson Thacher & Bartlett, LLP
New York, NY
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Worked as a paralegal on high-profile complex bankruptcy cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation for complex litigation.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.

Education

Juris Doctor -

New York Law School
New York, NY
05.2007

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science -

New York University
New York, NY
05.2003

Skills

  • Commercial Negotiation
  • Corporate Law
  • Contract Review and Negotiation
  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Legal Research and Review
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Establishing Effective Relationships
  • Settlement Negotiation

Certification

  • Active in New York, New Jersey and Tennessee

Timeline

Senior Corporate Counsel

Geodis Logistics
11.2021 - Current

Managing Partner

Law Offices of Crystal Moroney, P.C
01.2012 - 08.2021

Attorney

MoroneyMarshall, Dennehey Coleman & Goggin, LLP
01.2010 - 01.2012

Attorney

McDermott & Radzik, LLP
01.2005 - 01.2010

Paralegal

DenneheySimpson Thacher & Bartlett, LLP
01.2003 - 01.2004

Juris Doctor -

New York Law School

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science -

New York University

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