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George White

West Farmington,OH

Summary

Accomplished Senior Attorney with a proven track record at Stanley Black & Decker, adept in legal drafting and negotiation, significantly reducing risk exposure. At Wegman, Hessler & Vanderburg, fostered strong client relationships through tailored legal advice, showcasing exceptional legal analysis and interpersonal skills. Renowned for expertise in corporate and commercial law, ensuring client success and operational excellence.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Attorney - Corporate (Operations)

Stanley Black & Decker
01.2022 - 08.2024

Negotiated, drafted and completed high volume of a wide variety of commercial purchase contracts for multiple internal clients, including responsibility for global indirect agreements. Responsibilities included supply-chain contract management and drafting agreements in the following indirect purchasing categories: IT, Real Estate, Maintenance, Travel and Entertainment, Facilities, Transportation and Capital Equipment purchases.

  • Reduced company risk exposure by conducting thorough due diligence investigations and identifying potential liabilities.
  • Managed global indirect purchasing contracting process from start to contract signature/completion.

Partner

Wegman, Hessler & Vanderburg
01.2008 - 12.2021
  • Provided outstanding commercial and contracting legal service and advice to manufacturing and service clients, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships.
  • Achieved successful client outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs and goals.
  • Negotiated and drafted a wide variety of commercial agreements, including direct and indirect purchasing/acquisitioin agreements, real estate agreements and sales agreements.
  • Networked with other professionals and organizations to expand contacts and opportunities.

Partner

Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas
11.1996 - 12.2007

Practice areas included corporate and commercial law, banking law, labor and employment and commercial litigation.

Education

J.D. - Law

University of Idaho - College of Law
Moscow, Idaho
06-1995

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (pre-law)

Southern Oregon State College
Ashland, Oregon
06-1988

Skills

  • Legal analysis
  • Document review
  • Legal drafting (contracts and corporate documentation)
  • Contract negotiation
  • Day to day corporate and business advice and counsel

Affiliations

  • Ohio State Bar Association

Certification

Admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 1996

Admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio in 2003

Timeline

Senior Attorney - Corporate (Operations)

Stanley Black & Decker
01.2022 - 08.2024

Partner

Wegman, Hessler & Vanderburg
01.2008 - 12.2021

Partner

Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas
11.1996 - 12.2007

J.D. - Law

University of Idaho - College of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (pre-law)

Southern Oregon State College
George White