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Denette Dotson

Surprise,AZ

Timeline

Sr. Director, Corporate Paralegal

DigniFi
06.2021 - Current

Director, Corporate Paralegal

DigniFi
02.2021 - 06.2021

Corporate Paralegal

DigniFi
01.2020 - 02.2021

Compliance Analyst

DigniFi
08.2019 - 01.2020

Compliance Specialist, Paralegal

Bay Equity, LLC
09.2012 - 09.2018

MBA - Business Intelligence

Capella University

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business Administration

Capella University

Summary

Experienced Senior Director and Corporate Paralegal with a proven record of success in the Fintech industry. Skilled in directing legal operations, offering guidance on product development and marketing under attorney supervision, and overseeing state license administration. Proficient in contract review, corporate governance, and maintaining regulatory compliance. A proactive and detail-oriented professional adept at supporting executive leadership and board activities.

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Data analytics and technology
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Advanced Certified Paralegal
  • Decision-Making
  • Exceptional Writer
  • Contract Review
  • Strategic Planning
  • Due Diligence
  • Corporate Governance
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Litigation Support
  • Licensing Agreements

Work History

Sr. Director, Corporate Paralegal

DigniFi
06.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for providing legal guidance under the supervision of the Chief Legal Officer for marketing creatives, and product UX/IE designs.
  • Prepared and organizated board meetings, including drafting agendas, minutes, and resolutions.
  • Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the development and implementation of governance policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate with board members and senior management to facilitate communication and governance-related activities.
  • Review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including NDAs, service agreements, and vendor contracts.
  • Monitor contract compliance and manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.
  • Maintain an organized system for contracts and related documentation.
  • Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on contractual matters.
  • Manage the application, renewal, and maintenance of state licenses for the company.
  • Ensure compliance with state regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Liaise with state regulatory agencies and respond to inquiries or issues related to licensing.
  • Keep abreast of changes in state licensing laws and regulations and advise on necessary actions.

Director, Corporate Paralegal

DigniFi
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Managed Vendor Management, executed internal and external audit projects, and collaborated with various teams to improve company performance.
  • Analyzed transactions for suspicious activity, filed SAR reports, and monitored findings monthly.
  • Stacked hands with departments to monitor and test company processes, while managing Compliance analysts and specialists.
  • Aided Compliance Consultants in updating and implementing Corporate Compliance Program to ensure adherence to lending regulations including BSA, Patriot Act, AML Regulations, Fair Lending Regulations.

Corporate Paralegal

DigniFi
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • Liaised with business partners for marketing and project management approvals, ensuring compliance with all regulations and proposing control systems to prevent violations.
  • Managed state onboarding, licenses, and audits, while assisting in ad hoc projects and executing audit projects from start to finish.

Compliance Analyst

DigniFi
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Conducted monitoring and testing, and ad-hoc reporting to identify and validate issues regarding company policy and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with business stakeholders to develop and implement corrective action plans based on findings from reporting.
  • Reported results of compliance testing and monitoring to Chief Compliance Officer and other senior leaders.
  • Joined forces with multiple business teams to identify issues, conduct root cause analysis, and develop remediation plans with recommended timetables for corrective action.

Compliance Specialist, Paralegal

Bay Equity, LLC
09.2012 - 09.2018
  • Reported directly to company CCO/COO while supervising customer complaint processes and investigations and managing company licenses.
  • Managed loan reviews for compliance, ensured timely cancellations and declines, performed monthly data scrubs, assisted in State examination, and supervised complaint investigations.

Education

MBA - Business Intelligence

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business Administration

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2015

Certification

Advanced Paralegal Certificate from UCSC Silicon Valley Extension - 2018


Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Remote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefits401k matchPersonal development programs4-day work weekCompany CulturePaid time offPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Interests

Indoor Plants

Languages

English
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Denette Dotson