Victoria Lane
Loveland,CO
Summary
Strategic leader in ethics and compliance, with a strong background in designing global risk-based compliance programs. Expertise in risk management and stakeholder engagement, enhancing organizational integrity and compliance culture. Experienced in conducting internal investigations and communicating effectively to support governance across various sectors.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Ethics & Compliance
Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation
Greeley, Colorado
12.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented a global risk-based compliance program, encompassing policies, training, third-party management, transaction monitoring, approvals, Tone at the Top training, Speak Up Campaign, disclosures, and global ethics line.
- Lead the compliance function in the U.S., Europe, and Mexico, managing a global compliance team.
- Communicate compliance updates to Audit Committee and Board of Directors to ensure alignment.
- Perform comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential compliance vulnerabilities.
- Directed the implementation of a new global ethics line for improved reporting.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance compliance culture across the organization.
- Conduct investigations of high-priority cases, conduct root cause analysis, and collaborate with key internal stakeholders to implement additional controls to address identified gaps.
- Provide advice and guidance to executive team and other team members
- Conduct pre-acquisition compliance due diligence and implement compliance program in acquired companies.
Chief Special Counsel for Ethics, Risk & Compliance
Office of the NYS Governor
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed statewide ethics, risk & compliance program, proactively identifying and mitigating enterprise risks for state agencies and the executive branch through implementation of internal controls, policies, procedures, and training.
- Facilitated cross-agency collaboration with stakeholders to identify and address emerging risks and compliance issues, implementing best practices across state agencies.
- Supervised team of 20 attorneys, ensuring compliance across 29 state agencies.
Partner
Hinckley Allen & Snyder LLP
01.2012 - 03.2021
- Trained and advised clients from multiple industries on ethics and compliance issues and on the development, implementation, and testing of compliance programs.
- Conducted internal investigations for corporate clients and presented findings to corporate management and government investigators, ensuring compliance and risk management.
- Defended individual and corporate clients in state and federal investigations by analyzing relevant laws and facts, crafting effective strategies, and advocating to demonstrate lawful conduct or negotiate favorable resolutions.
- Managed civil and criminal litigation matters for corporate and individual clients, including claims analysis, litigation strategy development, budgeting, team oversight of attorneys and paralegals, and representation in federal and state court.
- Advised manufacturers on compliance with U.S. domestic content restrictions and trade policies, including in the development of new manufacturing processes to comply with those laws.
- Represented students and educational institutions in Title IX proceedings and related criminal and civil proceedings.
Counsel
Greenberg Traurig LLP
01.2006 - 12.2011
- Coordinated client responses to grand jury subpoenas and civil investigative demands from federal and state prosecutors, managing teams of over 25 attorneys to ensure compliance and thorough factual analysis.
- Drafted and successfully argued discovery motions, motions to dismiss, and motions for summary judgment in federal and state courts, contributing to favorable case outcomes.
- Represented diverse clients in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings, ensuring effective legal advocacy.
Associate
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Coordinated with team as national coordinating counsel for pharmaceutical company in class action and multi-district litigation, preparing expert and fact witnesses for depositions and trial, and drafting motions to support legal strategy.
- Collaborated with attorneys on case preparation and trial support activities.
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for client transactions and litigation matters.
- Conducted legal research to support case strategies and client needs.
- Reviewed developments in product liability law and drafted semi-annual supplements for Product Liability (Litigation Series) Treatise, enhancing legal understanding and resources for practitioners.
Education
J.D. -
Fordham University School of Law
New York, NY01-2002
B.A. -
State University of New York At Albany
Albany, NY01-1996
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Ethics & Compliance Program Design
- Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
- Risk Assessment and Risk Management
- Internal Investigations
- Dispute Resolution
- Policy Development
- Ethics & Compliance Training
- Effective Communication & Advocacy
Affiliations
• New York State Bar Association
• Women's White Collar Defense Association
• American Bar Association
• Women's White Collar Defense Association
• American Bar Association
Accomplishments
- Best Lawyers in America for Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2020 & 2021)
- Brigid Nolan Memorial Award for Pro Bono Service to Victims of Domestic Violence
Charitable Civic Involvement
- The Legal Project, past President of the Board of Directors, Volunteer Attorney
- InMotion/HerJustice, Volunteer Attorney
- 9/11 Victim's Compensation Fund, Volunteer Attorney
- Town of Clifton Park Environmental Conservation Committee, Former Board Member
Bar Memberships
- New York State Courts
- U.S. District Courts for the NDNY, SDNY, EDNY, and WDNY
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
- United States Supreme Court
Timeline
Head of Ethics & Compliance
Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation
12.2021 - Current
Chief Special Counsel for Ethics, Risk & Compliance
Office of the NYS Governor
04.2021 - 10.2021
Partner
Hinckley Allen & Snyder LLP
01.2012 - 03.2021
Counsel
Greenberg Traurig LLP
01.2006 - 12.2011
Associate
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
01.2002 - 12.2005
J.D. -
Fordham University School of Law
B.A. -
State University of New York At Albany