Valerie Dorsett

Own, manage and oversee all aspects of multiple properties in Mexico, Portugal, Costa Rica and previously Brazil. specifically including:

• Established a successful startup by researching market opportunities, creating a business plan, and securing funding.
• Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by adapting business strategies quickly in response to constant changing market dynamics in foreign countries.
• Maintained strict regulatory compliance across all aspects of the business operations ensuring legal requirements were always met.

• TSA was the Clint. Advised Federal Security Director on all aspects of interactions with airport and airline operations for NC, SC and Georgia.

Specifically.

• Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
• Participated in mediation sessions and administrative hearings leading to cost-effective resolutions.
• Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and contracts, for various clients.
• Drafted and reviewed contracts for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws while protecting their interests.
• Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
• Conducted thorough due diligence investigations to uncover critical information pertinent to clients'' legal matters.
• Negotiated favorable settlements, minimizing litigation costs and time spent in court.
• Handled airport weapons cases from beginning through resolution.
• Counseled clients on risk management strategies to minimize exposure to litigation liabilities.
• Supervised Attorneys workloads and case management, oversaw human resource issues including promotions and disciplinary actions.
• Provided training to employees as mandated by federal law/policies as well as job training.
• Worked with legislators and Congress to assist in drafting legislation and enforcement procedures by offering insights as law practitioner pertinent to avation security.

Managed all facets of a civil rights office servicing over seven thousand employees. Supervised a seven member staff. Recognized as the expert and consultant on Equal Employment Opportunity.

Served as advisor and authority for the territory in a regional structure. Developed legal positions to broaden or restrict agency activities, represented senior leaders with industry partners, foreign governments and embassy officials sharing best practices.