Dynamic legal professional skilled in navigating complex legal frameworks and ensuring corporate governance compliance. Expertise in risk assessment and negotiation has led to successful outcomes in various corporate transactions and agreements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Counsel
Netwrix Corporation
Franklin Lakes
01.2021 - 06.2021
Drafted legal documents and contracts for corporate transactions and agreements.
Reviewed compliance with laws and regulations governing business operations.
Assessed legal risks associated with business strategies, providing actionable insights for management decisions.
Coordinated with external counsel on complex legal issues, enhancing litigation support and strategic legal positioning.
Negotiated with stakeholders to resolve contractual disputes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Counseled management on actions mandated by government regulations to promote compliance.
Researched regulatory requirements affecting the company's operations in multiple jurisdictions.
Participated in negotiations with customers or vendors over contract terms and conditions.
Reviewed and drafted a variety of corporate agreements, including joint venture, partnership, licensing and consulting agreements.
Identified areas where additional insurance coverage may be necessary for protecting against liability risks.
Prepared documents for mergers and acquisitions activities such as asset purchase agreements, disclosure schedules and closing certificates.
Drafted legal documents for compliance with corporate governance standards.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams on regulatory compliance matters.
Provided legal advice on complex commercial transactions and business strategies.
Provided guidance on intellectual property rights protection strategies such as trademark registrations or copyright infringement suits.
Analyzed existing contracts to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Negotiated terms and conditions with external parties to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Advised management on corporate governance matters such as board resolutions, director responsibilities and stock option plans.
Corporate Counsel
Stealthbits Technologies, Inc.
Franklin Lakes
10.2014 - 12.2020
Managed all corporate, commercial, vendor, partner, customer and employee contracts
Reviewed compliance with applicable laws and regulations in business operations, mitigating legal risks and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Advised management on legal risks related to business strategies and decisions.
Counseled management on actions required or prohibited by government regulations to promote compliance.
Negotiated terms and conditions with external parties, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and protecting company interests.
Provided legal advice on complex commercial transactions and business strategies.
Participated in negotiations with customers or vendors over contract terms and conditions.
Reviewed and drafted a variety of corporate agreements, including joint venture, partnership, licensing and consulting agreements.
Prepared documents for mergers and acquisitions activities such as asset purchase agreements, disclosure schedules and closing certificates.
Assisted in the development of company policies to ensure legal adherence.
Provided guidance on intellectual property rights protection strategies such as trademark registrations or copyright infringement suits.
Supported the Chief Financial Officer in day-to-day contract and legal-related activities
Education
J.D. -
Pace University School of Law
White Plains, NY
01-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Colorado, Boulder
Boulder
01-1991
Skills
Contract negotiation
Regulatory compliance
Corporate governance
Contract drafting
Insurance coverage assessment
IP management
Risk assessment
Intellectual property protection
Mergers and acquisitions
Affiliations
Board Member|The Matthew Larson Foundation for Pediatric Brain Tumors| Franklin Lakes, NJ 2009-Present *Co-Chaired and spoke at several fundraising events *Work with medical advisory board to help direct research funding and family assistance program
Corporate Counsel at Lease and Rental Management Corp. d/b/a Auto Use, Auto LoanCorporate Counsel at Lease and Rental Management Corp. d/b/a Auto Use, Auto Loan