Yonina Bendheim Jacobson
BalaCynwyd,PA
Summary
High energy, goal focused Attorney with excellent in-house counsel experience in diverse legal environments. Keen ability to rapidly master new areas. Background with small firms as well as large companies with global locations. Community leader with extensive board involvement and committee chair positions, driving projects forward for a variety of local nonprofits. Expertise in Compliance and Antitrust matters including guidelines for international businesses. Co-authored two chapters on case reviews related to federal antitrust laws and presented a CLE to firm. Strong communications and writing skills – legal newsletters, agreement reviews, handbooks, policies. Talent for driving detailed, complex projects with high accuracy particularly in time-sensitive situations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
- High energy, goal focused Attorney with excellent in-house counsel experience in diverse legal environments
- Keen ability to rapidly master new areas
- Background with small firms as well as large companies with global locations
- Community leader with extensive board involvement and committee chair positions, driving projects forward for a variety of local nonprofits
- Expertise in Compliance and Antitrust matters including guidelines for international businesses
- Co-authored two chapters on case reviews related to federal antitrust laws and presented a CLE to firm
- Strong communications and writing skills – legal newsletters, agreement reviews, handbooks, policies
- Talent for driving detailed, complex projects with high accuracy particularly in time-sensitive situations.
- Managed various research projects focused on environmental issues.
Summer Associate
PEPPER HAMILTON, LP
- Extended offer for 1st year Associate position.
Attorney
TAK Law
Trenton, NJ
10.2019 - Current
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws while protecting their interests.
- Achieved successful case outcomes by researching legal issues and drafting persuasive arguments.
Compliance Attorney
PHIBRO ANIMAL HEALTH CORP.
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Reported directly to Chief In-House Counsel
- Held a key role in compliance, serving as primary resource for policies and queries
- Researched, updated and created all corporate policies from social media to international trade compliance
- Updated the employee handbook
- Created a monthly compliance newsletter
- Handled non-disclosure agreements
- Key Achievements: Developed a global employee compliance training program after company became public
- Ensured compliance among various corporate groups and offices including extensive challenges of international local customs
- Helped to foster a mindset and culture shift to one of legal compliance through ongoing, consistent, compliance communications
- Resulted in an uptick in the number of inquiries and concern of the legal departments.
Project Attorney, Antitrust Department
PEPPER HAMILTON, LP
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Worked directly with a Partner in the Antitrust department
- Brought in for project work preparing Hart-Scott-Radino (HSR) applications, complex mandatory federal reviews related to merger qualification
- Collaborated with external lawyers to collect information
- Prepared documents and assisted partner in criteria evaluation
- Key Achievements: Achieved notice for expertise development resulting in expanded involvement in additional antitrust cases
- Co-authored two chapters on case reviews related to federal antitrust laws; presented a CLE to the firm.
Education
J.D. -
UNIVERSITY of PENNSYLVANIA LAW SCHOOL
M.A. Program (credits completed) -
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY, BERNARD REVEL GRADUATE SCHOOL
B.A. -
BARNARD COLLEGE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
Activities
- Running
- Travel
- Crossword Puzzles
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Avid Reader
Personal Information
Title: Attorney
Publications
Co-author, Chapter 2. Annual Review of Developments in Business and Corporate Litigation. 2008 and 2009 Editions.
Timeline
Attorney
TAK Law
10.2019 - Current
Compliance Attorney
PHIBRO ANIMAL HEALTH CORP.
01.2010 - 01.2014
Project Attorney, Antitrust Department
PEPPER HAMILTON, LP
01.2006 - 01.2009
Attorney
Summer Associate
PEPPER HAMILTON, LP
J.D. -
UNIVERSITY of PENNSYLVANIA LAW SCHOOL
M.A. Program (credits completed) -
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY, BERNARD REVEL GRADUATE SCHOOL
B.A. -
BARNARD COLLEGE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY