Experience

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  Wheelhouse Legal

  • Atlanta, GA

  • Managing Partner

    • Jul 2014 - Present
    • Atlanta, GA

    At Wheelhouse Legal, I catalyze business growth for a diverse client base including start-ups, established corporations, and non-profit organizations by advising senior leadership teams on business formations, trademark registration, entrepreneurship, and contracts. I devise goals-based business plans and author customized governing documents including terms and conditions, privacy policies, general data protection regulation language, click-through contracts, non-disclosure agreements, operating agreements, bylaws, and independent contractor agreements. » Throughout the U.S., I consulted with 100+ entrepreneurs to craft strategic plans and organizational documents that supported successful entry into new and existing markets.» While directing 30+ companies through initial business formation phase, I drafted and filed organizational documents, ensured total compliance with industry/state/federal regulations, and established corporate foundations. » In this capacity, I filed over 20 trademark applications for different companies operating in diverse industries.

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  NapNic, LLC

  • Atlanta, GA

  • CFO & General Counsel

    • Jul 2014 - Present
    • Atlanta, GA

    As CFO and General Counsel, I navigate business development from the start-up phase to multimillion-dollar production by consulting with the owner on all legal issues, business formation, organization, human resources, regulatory compliant policy development, employee relations and labor laws, financial management, and tax reporting. I draft, review, and execute all contracts between business and internal/external customers while ensuring total compliance with industry, state, and federal regulations. I oversee corporate functions in human resources and accounting departments, establish employee handbook governing internal functions, and achieve timely and accurate completion of all tax-related processes. » My work authoring and filing six trademark applications for the company strengthened intellectual property protections and shielded the firm against infringement.» By drafting, reviewing, and negotiating hundreds of contracts, I advanced corporate operations, mitigated liability, and protected firm assets.

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  Weinstock, Friedman & Friedman

  • Baltimore, MD

  • Associate Attorney

    • Jun 2011 - Oct 2018
    • Baltimore, MD

    While serving as an Associate Attorney, I advised business clients and entrepreneurs in employment matters, contracts, and industry regulations. I drafted and reviewed employee manuals, non-compete agreements, and severance packages that supported client goals. I employed advanced knowledge of residential and commercial real estate, contracts, debt collection, and consumer issues to mitigate business liability, control for risks, and establish corporate framework that complied with all applicable laws. I conducted extensive legal research and analysis to resolve business matters, effectively communicated with all interested parties, and negotiated with opposing counsel to secure favorable outcome for clients. » For my work engaging with 30K+ individuals, drafting 10K+ correspondence, and reviewing 12K+ contracts for corporate clients in various fields, I was recognized for exceptional client service and won two annual national awards.» I transformed internal process for drafting and mailing letters, which streamlined functions, bolstered efficiency, and enabled attorneys to work remotely.

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  Persels and Associates

  • Towson, MD

  • Senior Staff Attorney

    • Mar 2009 - May 2011
    • Towson, MD

    At Persels & Associates, I connected with business clients to resolve matters relating to federal consumer protection and bankruptcy law. To do so, I analyzed state laws and precedent to formulate a strategy that yielded favorable client outcomes. I negotiated with clients and opposing parties during pre- and post-lawsuit filing to produce unsecured consumer debt settlement agreements. » The instant messaging system I innovated was adopted as firm-wide standard across U.S. locations.» My efforts to construct a quick reference guide for consumer protection and debt collection laws in every U.S. state significantly enhanced internal efficiency.

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  Ober Kaler

  • Baltimore, MD

  • Contract Attorney

    • Dec 2008 - Feb 2009
    • Baltimore, MD

    Working as a Contract Attorney, I engaged with corporate clients by reviewing documents for subpoena responsiveness and privilege in pharmaceutical litigation. I identified document issues and supported strategies to mitigate corporate liability. » By establishing a firm-wide template that defined commonly used legal terms, I increased operational speed and accuracy across staff functions.

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  Waldman & Diamond, Chartered

  • Kensington, MD

  • Contract Associate

    • Jan 2008 - Dec 2008
    • Kensington, MD

    ● Performed legal research and writing on a variety of civil and criminal issues● Drafted wills, trusts and litigation documents

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  State's Attorney's Office for Prince George's County

  • Upper Marlboro, MD

  • Post-Graduate Legal Intern

    • Aug 2007 - Nov 2007
    • Upper Marlboro, MD

    ● Organized case files, prepared trial and deposition transcript summaries, and assisted in planning trial strategy for multiple murders and assaults