Helping lead NY legal profession; former in-house and law firm attorney. Enthusiastic and proven people leader and project manager. Strategic organizational perspective and talent management experience, creating significant efficiencies and stronger partnership with members, staff and other constituencies. Proactive and practical legal advisor with strong analytical abilities, exceptional judgment and excellent verbal/written communication skills. Parkinson's advocate.Formerly responsible for global litigation, trademark, patent, copyright, regulatory, social media, managing outside counsel, negotiating/drafting agreements/contracts/licenses, compliance, conducting due diligence, providing daily advice, general law department administration.Experience in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, consumer healthcare, animal health, consumer products, apparel, entertainment, media and other industries. Significant experience in several roles at a variety of non-profit organizations.