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AGC for rapidly expanding privately held company with a US and Caribbean presence. Stakeholder in all international matters and driving force for the implementation of appropriate compliance processes.Responsibilities included nurturing strategic relationships with management to support sales and day-to-day operations for 18 offices in 15 countries; advising on a range of issues from new hires, public relations, and real estate negotiations, to banking, contracting, and vendor management; ensuring the fulfillment of regulations throughout the Caribbean; managing the global compliance program which includes policies for anti-corruption, business ethics, data privacy, cyber security, harassment, and workplace safety; acting as change agent in the ongoing implementation of compliance measures; conducting risk assessments, internal investigations, and internal audits; collaborating on strategy for expansion into new markets; and preparing all due diligence and otherwise supporting M&A efforts.Achievements included the designing and implementation of a robust corporate compliance program which includes compliance manuals, SOPs, training, and internal audit procedures related to AML/CFT as well as cornerstone initiatives for FCPA, Gift Giving, and Data Privacy.

In-House Counsel that provided oversight of business and legal affairs for offices within Latin America for Fortune 800 entertainment company with special focus on distribution, sales, marketing, licensing, and HR. Primary responsibilities included drafting and negotiating a high volume of complex commercial contracts, inclusive of key business deals; developing business policies and SOPs; administering ABAC program and yearly ABAC training for employees and vendors; serving as contact for consultations regarding legal and risk issues; managing use of outside counsel for operational, regulatory, trademark, and litigation matters; and investigating regulatory complaints.Achievements included the successful implementation of a contract life-cycle management system; the establishment of new vendor approval and due diligence for high risk clients; and updating the local contract policies and guidelines.

Of-Counsel for a preeminent entertainment law firm that caters to the US Latin music industry. Named 2014 Employee of the Year for significant contributions in maintaining client relationships as well as producing results through litigation. Marked contribution included advice and strategy that helped land the firm's then top client, Gente de Zona, and leading a well-publicized civil action against the world's second largest entertainment conglomerate based on fraudulent dealings. Also drafted and reviewed artist, management, and label contracts (including 360 deals, publishing, CAA, sponsorships, and booking); reviewed all new business pitches; was consulted on A&R and new artist launch strategy; and provided support in documenting immigration petitions for O-1 and EB-1A visas.

Full service civil practice for corporate and individual clients that overlapped with relationship with The Hachar Law Firm. Provided clients with support in all operating, legal, and litigation matters, with special attention on human resources. Notable victories include the enforcement of a non-compete against a former employee who stole trade information and opened a similar enterprise in the market as well as favorably settling an employer age/sex discrimination case prior to taking depositions.

Attorney and Partner at boutique law firm that focused on general corporate representation, real estate, and family law. Responsible for corporate counseling while managing litigation and appellate caseload. Also supervised a high-volume consumer debt defense division which included direct supervision of 20 attorneys and staff members. Notable victories include seven favorable opinions from the 3rd District Court of Appeal of Florida and leading the consumer debt defense division through the successful negotiation of 1100 defaulted mortgages and settlement of over $15,000,000 in consumer debt over a one year span.