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Columbus, Ohio, US

• Researched and analyzed small to mid-size companies in the Midwest appropriately fitting investment criteria.
• Initiated, organized, and conducted meetings with equity owners.
• Created, designed, and managed company database.
• Prepared and presented bi-weekly reports regarding pipeline activity to Partners.
• Analyzed financial data of companies for investment.
• Increased marketing presence through creation of new website material and new presentations for interested sellers.

Columbus, Ohio, US

• Hired to assist with the legal due diligence on a large, private M&A transaction resulting in timely completion and successful sale.
• Communicated daily with the owners and management of company to recover all relevant documents and materials.
• Reviewed and edited material contracts including franchise agreements, license agreements, operating leases, management agreements, and stockholder agreements.
• Inspected and organized all entity documents including articles of incorporation, code of regulations, and stock ledgers.

• Advocated for low-income taxpayers with disputes against the IRS and MDOT (“Michigan Department of Treasury”).
• Negotiated stays on liens and levies issued by the IRS and MDOT.
• Arranged, managed, and finalized collection alternatives with the IRS.
• Advised, informed, and counseled clients on a weekly basis.

• Researched and prepared legal memoranda in a variety of areas including torts, employment law, rules of evidence, and state regulations.
• Drafted motions for summary judgment, motions to dismiss, motions for reconsideration at the appellate level, and motions for sanctions, as well as supporting/reply memoranda.
• Prepared for and assisted at oral depositions and provided transcript abstractions.

• Conducted legal research regarding criminal statutes and case law, with a focus on issues arising under the Fourth and Fourteenth Amendments to the United States Constitution.
• Drafted legal memoranda in opposition to motions to dismiss, motions to suppress evidence, and motions to suppress statements.
• Prepared discoveries and bills of particulars.

Advocated and communicated Governor Kasich's campaign platform to potential voters resulting in his successful election as the Governor of Ohio.

Assisted dentists and doctors in giving free medical and dental care to villagers, orphans and prisoners in Uganda.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bachelor Of Arts, Minor In Business