KAY COBB
Reno,NV
Summary
Detail-oriented compliance professional with a legal background, and a strong foundation in healthcare privacy, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. Experienced in interpreting and applying complex laws, such as HIPAA, CMS regulations, and data privacy standards, across corporate and nonprofit settings. Adept at drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting regulatory research, and advising on internal policies to ensure alignment with evolving privacy frameworks. Trusted for handling sensitive information with discretion, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and translating legal obligations into practical guidance. Actively pursuing further specialization in privacy compliance to support ethical data use, and organizational accountability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Clerk
Thorndal Armstrong, PC
Reno, USA
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Reviewed and summarized medical records, disclosures, and damage claims for insurance adjusters.
- Prepared responses to written discovery requests and coordinated with clients for necessary documentation.
- Researched legal authority and corporate policies to provide compliance advice.
- Prepared discovery requests and responses.
- Identified and solved complex problems by consulting legal authority via legal research software.
- Knowledgeable dealing with drafting pleadings, affidavits, motions and with exhibit preparation.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Staff Attorney
Nevada Legal Services, (NLS)
Reno, USA
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Spearheaded direct legal representation for indigent clients in civil matters through a holistic lawyering initiative.
- Managed active caseload while advising on tenant's rights and individual rights cases.
- Crafted impactful documents, including reasonable accommodation and habitability letters, to advocate for client needs.
- Negotiated complex agreements, achieving favorable outcomes in housing access disputes.
- Provided representation in disability, unemployment, and SNAP benefit eligibility determinations, ensuring resource access.
- Led outreach events for Nevada Legal Services, enhancing community engagement and support.
- Championed pro-se litigants by drafting motions and offering comprehensive counsel across various legal domains.
- Collaborated with social work teams to create housing stability resources, fostering holistic client support.
Contract Attorney
Independent Consultant
, remote
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Delivered comprehensive legal counsel to small business clients in contract drafting, review, and negotiation.
- Drafted and negotiated various agreements, including non-disclosure, affiliate partnership, and employment severance.
- Authored key corporate documents such as codes of conduct and employee handbooks.
- Provided strategic guidance on nonprofit tax exemption applications, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Attorney
New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC)
Albany, USA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Orchestrated lifecycle of technology contracts in regulated healthcare, encompassing drafting, negotiation, and execution.
- Reviewed and negotiated critical agreements including service contracts, NDAs, SaaS agreements, and government grants.
- Facilitated procurement of strategic software partner to enhance internal Contract Lifecycle Management efficiency.
- Provided legal guidance on corporate governance, commercial contracts, employment law, and privacy law.
- Advised on corporate governance documents to ensure compliance with organizational objectives.
Associate Counsel
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Syracuse, USA
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Evaluated, modified, and negotiated Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with vendors to protect sensitive information.
- Led legal review and negotiation of agreement templates, ensuring timely execution of supplier contracts.
- Reviewed and authorized external communications to health plan members and providers for compliance with policies and regulations.
- Analyzed member contracts to assess feasibility of extending healthcare benefits beyond exhaustion.
- Drafted administrative service agreements to deliver optimal healthcare management services in compliance with regulations.
- Developed internal policy for managing NDAs, enhancing organizational efficiency and risk management practices.
Legal Extern
Leda Health
Brooklyn, USA
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Developed investment memoranda and crafted a professional pitch deck disclaimer notice to attract and secure investment, demonstrating strategic communication skills and financial acumen
- Responded effectively to inquiries from state representatives, showcasing strong interpersonal and communication abilities while addressing regulatory inquiries and concerns
- Assembled comprehensive due diligence documents to support investment initiatives, highlighting meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness in legal research and documentation
- Prepared a comprehensive memorandum outlining all legal requirements for changing the corporate entity's name, ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations and facilitating organizational changes
- Drafted a research memorandum analyzing and recommending the optimal corporate tax filing status for the organization, demonstrating expertise in tax law and strategic decision-making
- Authored a significant portion of an investor letter on the impact of pandemics on sexual assault, resulting in the acquisition of new capital for the company, showcasing persuasive writing skills and the ability to influence stakeholders
Education
Juris Doctor -
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
New York, NY05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Writing
State University of New York At Potsdam
Potsdam, NY06.2014
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance & Privacy Rule Interpretation
- Contract Review & Confidentiality Agreements
- Data Governance & Privacy Risk Assessment
- Regulatory Research & Legal Analysis
- Policy Development & Implementation
- Incident Response Support & Documentation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Legal, IT, Ops)
- Stakeholder Training on Privacy Best Practices
- Health Information Management (PHI/PII)
- Compliance Monitoring & Internal Controls
- Legal Document Drafting & Issue Spotting
- Knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and US State Privacy Laws
Websites
Timeline
Law Clerk
Thorndal Armstrong, PC
09.2024 - 05.2025
Staff Attorney
Nevada Legal Services, (NLS)
07.2023 - 08.2024
Contract Attorney
Independent Consultant
01.2023 - 04.2023
Attorney
New York eHealth Collaborative (NYeC)
08.2022 - 01.2023
Associate Counsel
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
08.2020 - 08.2022
Legal Extern
Leda Health
01.2020 - 05.2020
Juris Doctor -
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - English Writing
State University of New York At Potsdam
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