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Jose Arturo Ramos
El Paso,TX
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Summary
Accomplished legal professional with expertise in contract negotiation, legal compliance, and risk management. Proven ability to develop strategic action plans that drive organizational efficiency and mitigate legal risks. Results-oriented dynamic legal and consulting professional known for effective communication and strategic thinking, successfully facilitating stakeholder workshops to enhance collaborative problem-solving in organizational transformation initiatives, delivering strong negotiation and compliance solutions. Demonstrated history of optimizing resource allocation and managing complex legal disputes. Committed to fostering a culture of compliance and strategic growth within organizations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant General Counsel
Cummins Inc. (Meritor Inc.)
Troy, MI
03.2016 - 11.2024
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents for corporate compliance and regulatory matters.
- Provided legal advice on contract negotiations and risk management strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address legal inquiries and concerns.
- Oversaw litigation processes, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
- Developed training materials on legal compliance for internal stakeholders.
- Negotiated business transactions with external parties including vendors, suppliers and customers.
- Managed outside counsels' involvement in various projects while ensuring efficient use of resources within budget constraints.
- Drafted policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Advised clients regarding contract interpretation disputes or breach of contract claims.
- Provided guidance to internal departments regarding data privacy issues.
- Participated in due diligence activities related to mergers and acquisitions transactions.
- Reviewed and drafted legal documents, such as contracts, memoranda of understanding, and settlement agreements.
- Assessed potential conflicts between current activities and existing contractual obligations.
- Developed strategies to resolve complex legal disputes through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
- Conducted research on applicable laws, regulations, precedents and other legal sources to identify relevant information in support of client objectives.
- Monitored changes in legislation affecting operations or services provided by the organization.
- Provided advice to senior management on a range of regulatory, commercial and contractual matters.
- Advised on intellectual property rights, filing and defending trademarks and patents, and navigating copyright laws to protect clients' interests.
Senior Group Counsel
Johnson Controls Inc
Plymouth, Michigan
12.2006 - 02.2016
- Drafted and reviewed contracts for commercial transactions and partnerships.
- Managed dispute resolution processes to mitigate legal risks effectively.
- Provided legal training and support to internal stakeholders and staff.
- Reviewed corporate policies to ensure alignment with current laws.
- Assisted in mergers and acquisitions by evaluating legal implications.
- Developed detailed litigation strategies for client cases.
- Advised on complex legal matters impacting corporate strategy and operations.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Oversaw litigation strategies, coordinating with outside counsel as needed.
- Negotiated settlements in disputes, focusing on protecting company interests.
- Developed strategic initiatives to improve legal department efficiency and effectiveness.
- Reviewed, drafted and negotiated a wide range of commercial contracts, including license agreements, services agreements, joint venture agreements and purchase and supply agreements.
- Conducted investigations into alleged misconduct by employees or third-parties.
- Monitored changes in legislation that may impact upon existing or proposed business activities.
- Provided guidance on intellectual property protection strategies such as trademarks, copyrights, patents.
- Managed external counsels in multiple jurisdictions on litigation matters.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Human Resources, Finance and Risk Management to provide comprehensive legal advice to the organization.
- Developed compliance policies, procedures and training materials to ensure adherence with applicable laws and regulations.
- Prepared reports for executive management regarding changes in legislation that may affect the company's operations.
- Negotiated settlements in civil disputes, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and a keen understanding of client interests and legal implications.
- Assisted in drafting and negotiating commercial leases, real estate agreements, and facilitating property transactions with attention to legal and financial details.
- Spearheaded negotiations to settle cases before trials.
Associate Consultant
Dewolff, Boberg & Associates
Dallas, Texas
04.2005 - 11.2006
- Analyzed client operations to identify improvement opportunities and strategic efficiencies.
- Facilitated workshops to engage stakeholders in collaborative problem-solving sessions.
- Provided expert guidance on change management and organizational transformation initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive action plans for implementation of new processes or systems.
- Optimized resources allocation by assessing current utilization levels versus projected demand.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law
Tecnologico De Monterrey (ITESM)
Monterrey, Nuevo León, MexicoMaster of Laws (LLM) - US Law
Florida Coastal School of Law
FL 04.2015 - 06.2017
Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Legal compliance
- Risk management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Strategic thinking
- Cultural awareness
- Best practices implementation
- Process improvement
Languages
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Assistant General Counsel
Cummins Inc. (Meritor Inc.)
03.2016 - 11.2024
Master of Laws (LLM) - US Law
Florida Coastal School of Law
04.2015 - 06.2017
Senior Group Counsel
Johnson Controls Inc
12.2006 - 02.2016
Associate Consultant
Dewolff, Boberg & Associates
04.2005 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Science - Law
Tecnologico De Monterrey (ITESM)