Elsa Berry
San Francisco,USA
Summary
Corporate attorney with extensive experience in business transactions, corporate governance, compliance, and data privacy. CIPP/US certified, with expertise in mitigating regulatory risk and drafting complex contracts. Proven ability to provide strategic legal counsel for companies, including advising on M&A, business formation, and corporate governance, with a focus on protecting clients' interests in the rapidly evolving business environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Associate Attorney
Akay Law Firm, Attorneys at Law
01.2018 - Current
- Counsel clients on corporate governance and compliance, including advising on the formation and management of corporate entities (LLCs, corporations, and partnerships).
- Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts (e.g., IT/SaaS agreements, joint ventures, licensing, collaboration, and NDAs), ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with relevant laws.
- Provide strategic advice on privacy law matters, including data protection and cross-border data transfers in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations.
- Lead legal due diligence efforts in M&A transactions, focusing on business and technology aspects to identify key risks and liabilities.
- Advise on internal policies, including fiduciary duties, executive compensation, corporate ethics programs, and document retention procedures.
Co-founder, Attorney
Beker Berry Law Firm, Attorneys at Law
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Specialize in corporate governance and regulatory compliance for clients across multiple industries, including tech, healthcare, and finance.
- Lead business restructuring projects, advising clients on IPOs, M&As, and SPAC transactions, including regulatory filings and compliance with securities laws.
- Perform legal due diligence for M&A transactions, identifying regulatory risks and drafting key transaction documents to ensure smooth execution.
- Provide outsourced general counsel services to startups, advising on commercial agreements, intellectual property protection, and corporate governance best practices.
Foreign Attorney/Legal Consultant
Flynn, Delich & Wise LLP, Attorneys at Law
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Led due diligence for M&A transactions, identifying critical legal issues, potential risks, and liabilities related to corporate mergers.
- Advised on intellectual property issues, including trade secret protection, and handled complex litigation related to IP enforcement.
- Provided legal counsel on maritime and transportation law, including regulatory compliance and defending claims for cargo loss and personal injury.
Associate Tax Attorney, Transactions & Litigation
Law Offices of Jean Dupoux, Attorneys at Law
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Advised clients on tax matters related to corporate restructuring, cross-border transactions, and financing structures, focusing on minimizing tax liabilities.
- Represented clients in tax audits and disputes, including negotiating settlement agreements with tax authorities.
Education
L.L.M. - U.S. Law
Golden Gate University School of Law
01.2002
Barrister’s School, EFB
Paris Bar Association
01.1999
English Language Institute
Yale University
01.1997
Advanced Master’s Degree (DESS) - National, European, and International Litigation, Corporate and Tax Laws
René Descartes University School of Law
01.1996
Skills
- Business Transactions (M&A, IPO, corporate structuring)
- Corporate Governance & Compliance
- Data Privacy (GDPR, CCPA)
- Contract Drafting & Negotiation
- Risk Mitigation & Regulatory Advice
- Strategic Legal Counsel for Executives
- M&A Due Diligence & Legal Documentation
- Cross-border Transactions & Tax Planning
Certification
- CIPP/US Certified
- Member of the California Bar Association (SBN # 262868)
- Member of the Paris Bar (France) Association
- Admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
- Rated 2017 Rising Star by Super Lawyers
LANGUAGES
English (fluent)
French (native)
Timeline
Senior Associate Attorney
Akay Law Firm, Attorneys at Law
01.2018 - Current
Co-founder, Attorney
Beker Berry Law Firm, Attorneys at Law
01.2009 - 01.2018
Foreign Attorney/Legal Consultant
Flynn, Delich & Wise LLP, Attorneys at Law
01.2002 - 01.2008
Associate Tax Attorney, Transactions & Litigation
Law Offices of Jean Dupoux, Attorneys at Law
01.1998 - 01.2000
Barrister’s School, EFB
Paris Bar Association
English Language Institute
Yale University
Advanced Master’s Degree (DESS) - National, European, and International Litigation, Corporate and Tax Laws
René Descartes University School of Law
L.L.M. - U.S. Law
Golden Gate University School of Law
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