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KATHY PATTERSON

KATHY PATTERSON

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished executive with over 15 years of experience specializing in Business and Legal Affairs and Bankruptcy and Real Estate Law. As a Director and Managing Partner, effectively leads cross-functional teams, driving growth and innovation. With a proven track record in contract negotiation, intellectual property management, and a deep understanding of bankruptcy and real estate legal matters, excels at fostering strategic partnerships and maximizing revenue opportunities. Recognized for impeccable business acumen, comprehensive legal expertise, and a passion for the entertainment industry, poised to make a significant impact in a senior leadership role and contribute to the success of a forward-thinking organization.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

External Client Operations Specialist

Legal Soft
11.2023 - Current
  • Oversees legal compliance related to poaching and recruitment of virtual assistants sourced by Legal Soft.
  • Primary responsibilities include analyzing past poaching incidents to develop strategies for client and VA retention, creating feedback loops for continuous improvement, and integrating legal advice into policy development.
  • Collaborates with both foreign and local attorneys to ensure compliance with international laws and educates clients about the implications of poaching.
  • Conducts cost analysis to communicate the value of indirect hiring through Legal Soft versus direct hiring. In addition, Kathy addresses and resolves identified poaching incidents, aiming to solve at least 50% of cases.
  • Significant contributes to the daily Operations of Legal Soft include assisting in the drafting of the Sales Commission Agreement, rewriting and implementation of the company's client Master Service Agreement, and supporting the collections team with effective communication and demand letters.
  • Enhanced the company’s legal framework, streamlined processes, and strengthened client and VA retention.

Director of Business and Legal Affairs

Texas Asset Managers
04.2015 - 11.2023
  • Act as an expert business partner to encourage and assist in compliance with regulatory and legal issues arising under global laws, including anti-corruption, Import and Export Controls and Advise on international trade regulatory and compliance matters
  • Supervise company's Charette Team in directed analysis and breakdown sessions that are utilized in setting company policy
  • Assist executive staff in development of strategies designed to enhance company's positions in various investment schemes, platforms and other areas of interest
  • Direct responsibility over investments related to Texas Asset Managers' Umbrella of Companies including:

Del Rey On Media

  • Supervisory over team overseeing the commercial viability of projects in the global media and entertainment industries
  • Conducted financial analysis and prepared financial projections for all projects to be included under the funds

Roraima Sinai Technologies

  • Maintain business operations and ensure global financial services remain clean from financial crime while serving client interests
  • Maintain firm's regional/global matrix structure allowing for flexible responses to challenges in core areas of AML, Sanctions & Embargoes, Anti-Fraud, Bribery & Corruption, Investigations & Intelligence, Monitoring & Screening, and Risk Assessment

Opa Tornus

  • Direct supervision over development of various corporate tourism packages and initiatives
  • Prepare and write Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as necessary
  • Review previous suspicious activity to ascertain whether continuing trends of potential anomalous activity exist


Career Highlights:

  • Personally negotiated and prepared Joint Venture agreements for a $100M and a $200M Film Fund
  • Developed a Luxury Eco Hotel Resort and negotiated joint venture with major hotel brand
  • Secured 50% of the combined funding utilizing alternative investment strategies, including Investment Banking partnerships and Private Venture Capital
  • Secured Prince for a major series (21 nights) of concert productions in Inglewood, CA
  • Secured Multi-contract Film Development and Co-Production Deals with Kerner Optical, for a slate of 3D films
  • Audited music catalog valuation of Death Row Records and advised winning bidder throughout the process of securing winning bid in the Chapter 11 Bankruptcy of Death Row Records.

Senior Business Consultant

Premium Investment Vehicles
10.2011 - 01.2015
  • Developed and managed client relationships with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families within specific markets
  • Provided integrated financial services advice to clients including banking, credit, asset management, trust and estate planning, and brokerage
  • Helped deliver tailored financial solutions to high- and ultra-high-net-worth families, select professional services firms and select nonprofits
  • Worked with Client Managers and client teams to ensure preparation of all presentation and review materials
  • Developed complete business plans and operational strategies for new and existing business
  • Conducted assessments and counseled clients regarding controls, risks, process issues and productivity inefficiencies.

Managing Partner, A List Talent Manager and Entertainment Consultant

KAKI Entertainment Company
10.2006 - 01.2013
  • Supervised executive staff and acting Director of Special Projects
  • Evaluated potential talent, created long term plan of action for clientele, and evaluated project feasibility and development
  • Fund Raising Specialist
  • Secured Multi-contract Film Development and Co-Production Deals with Kerner Optical, for slate of 3D films
  • Secured artist called Prince, for major concert production in Inglewood, CA.

Director of Operations

KMT Legal Services
02.2006 - 01.2011
  • Paralegal Services Firm and document preparation: Worked closely with law firms and solo attorneys to provide full office support including paralegals and secretaries, supervising all staff provided to law firms and solo attorneys, providing staff training and office production evaluations for law firms and solo attorneys
  • Responsibilities within law firm settings included: preparing Business Incorporation and related documents, Bankruptcy petitions, Probate petitions and related documents, divorce petitions, child custody and support petitions, and all litigation related documents
  • Entertainment Law: Reviewed and negotiated contracts for various entertainment entities including individual artists and groups, film production companies, music production companies, and music publishing companies
  • Asset protection and liquidation: Assisted clients with property subject to Probate and Bankruptcy, worked closely with investors wishing to purchase discount properties from various loss mitigation vehicles, worked with business owners to avoid liquidation by negotiating debt, rebuilding business structure to continue operating, and finding investors for continued cash flow, or working with owners to find purchasers for their business.

Education

Juris Doctorate -

Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego, CA
05.2003
  • Honors: Magna Cum Laude
  • Rank: Top 10% of class

Bachelor of Science: Pre-Law -

Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
05.2000
Honors: Magna Cum Laude

Skills

  • Financial Planning
  • Business Development
  • Budget Administration
  • Business Operations
  • Business Management
  • Organizational Improvements
  • Business Partnerships
  • Internal Audits
  • Revenue Stream Development
  • Conducting Risk Assessments
  • Joint Ventures

Timeline

External Client Operations Specialist - Legal Soft
11.2023 - Current
Director of Business and Legal Affairs - Texas Asset Managers
04.2015 - 11.2023
Senior Business Consultant - Premium Investment Vehicles
10.2011 - 01.2015
Managing Partner, A List Talent Manager and Entertainment Consultant - KAKI Entertainment Company
10.2006 - 01.2013
Director of Operations - KMT Legal Services
02.2006 - 01.2011
Thomas Jefferson School of Law - Juris Doctorate,
Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelor of Science: Pre-Law,
KATHY PATTERSON