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Miami, Florida, United States

Miami, Florida, United States

Representation of public and private companies (early-stage to established), banks, and individuals in acquisitions, financings, capital raises, joint ventures and negotiation of commercial agreements.

Borrower and lender-side representation of private equity sponsors, search funds and portfolio company clients in mid- and upper-market debt financing and leveraged acquisition transactions.

New York, New York

Represented a variety of borrowers and lenders comprising private equity sponsors, mezzanine investors, and private and public companies in complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions, including leveraged acquisitions and investments, refinancings, mezzanine lending, syndicated bank loans, securitizations, and asset-based and cash flow credit facilities. Drafted and negotiated transactional documents, including credit agreements, security agreements, subordination agreements, note purchase agreements, legal opinions and corporate governance documents. Corporate/M&A work included IP-focused sell- and buy-side representation of both private equity sponsors and strategic acquirers (private and public) in the insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, technology and consumer goods spaces, including review of licensing, software and other IP-related agreements and ownership and protection of IP assets and drafting and negotiation of IP/IT provisions of purchase agreements, transition services agreements, credit agreements, and security agreements. Pro bono work included advising non-profits on corporate governance matters and representation of non-profit in drafting and negotiation of app development agreement, representing a federal inmate in successful compassionate release motion, and community presentation for Start Small Think Big on legal considerations for entrepreneurs.

New York, Ny

Researched legal trends and wrote whitepapers in the areas of securities litigation, FCPA enforcement, and cybersecurity and privacy compliance, as they relate to executive liability. Reviewed insurance policies and binders for accuracy. Prepared internal memos on D&O, EPL, and cyber risk factors for client companies. Attended meetings with insurance carriers and breach response experts.

New York, New York

Legal research on various types of investment vehicles.Assisted with the structuring of asset securitizations.Preparation of client presentation on consumer banking regulations.Reviewed client communications for commercial litigation matters in the Paris office.

New York, Ny

Reviewed legislative history in preparation for enforcement actions.Conducted follow-ups with consumer complainants, legal research and investigative work relating to consumer protection and cybercrimes.

Trenton, Nj

Analyzed party submissions to determine dispositive legal issues and discuss with the Judge. Drafted opinions and bench memoranda. Researched a wide variety of both substantive and procedural topics, including jurisdictional challenges, evidentiary rules, and civil RICO violations. Prepared case summaries and recommendations for the Judge’s use in ruling on motions. Observed courtroom proceedings, including settlement conferences, motion hearings and both civil and criminal trials.

Hillsborough, Nj

Supported the attorneys at a boutique intellectual property firm. Assignments included conducting legal and factual research, reviewing recording and production agreements, and assisting with litigation briefing. Recommended social media best practices as the firm implemented its own re-branding strategy.

Newark, Nj

Interpreted over 30 hours of client interviews, meetings with experts and family members, and the final hearing with Homeland Security.Translated final case file and affidavits. Worked with student representatives to re-formulate translated interview questions in line with legal strategy.

Greater New York City Area

Developed the digital presence for the French government’s communications on tourism for the American market. Translated client objectives into market-appropriate campaign strategies. Regularly analyzed and reported on content consumption patterns, adapting consumer newsletters based on results, doubling response rates. Supervised external content producers and creative agencies. Coordinated with international offices on content production and campaign management. Produced on-location travel videos.Fostered inter-departmental communication and cooperation as head of the editorial committee.

Greater New York City Area

Managed customer relations for over 80,000 users at this web-based startup to track and resolve technical and other site issues, escalating when necessary. Developed advertising solutions that resulted in a 400% increase in userbase growth. Tested and analyzed user experience and traffic trends to improve existing features and determine general product direction. Established editorial voice for Betterfly.com, social media, email marketing, and promotional advertisements. Identified and researched online competitors.

Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Rutgers Finance and Business Law Society (President); Intellectual Property Law Society; Rutgers Center.

B.A., Philosophy

Activities and Societies: Guest writer, The Rover (student newspaper) Cast member, Ragtime, Pasquerilla East Musical Company Participant.

French

Completed a certificate in Excellent French Proficiency with a full course load in the humanities.