Partner

• Sep 2022 - Present

Senior Associate

• Jun 2016 - Jan 2023

In-House Counsel

• Oct 2015 - Mar 2016

•Managed all pending and threatened litigation for healthcare company providing substance abuse treatment and recovery services. Litigation duties included advising all levels of management on potential liability exposure and litigation strategy, tendering and managing insurance claims, conducting internal investigations and interviews, implementing and maintaining Litigation Holds, compiling and analyzing company records, negotiating and drafting settlement agreements, interfacing with opposing counsel, and coordinating with outside counsel on strategic and tactical courses of action. •Evaluated company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, and developed new policies and procedures as necessary to protect company interests. •Reviewed lease agreements and CC&Rs to determine compliance with contractual rights and obligations, and counseled management on potential legal and financial risks. •Researched and advised on local, state, and federal laws including confidentiality under HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, wage and hour, harassment, discrimination, privacy rights, employment agreements, workers’ compensation, land use and zoning regulations, landlord/tenant, and corporate law. •Maintained responsibility for coordinating and preparing responses to subpoenas and written requests for medical and employment records. Communicated and corresponded with staff, legal counsel, and third parties to ensure timely compliance and strict adherence to state and federal privacy laws and other legal requirements. •Conducted incident investigations for purposes of evaluating potential liability and making recommendations for new or revised company policies and procedures. Maintained strict confidentiality on sensitive company matters. Show less