- Implements and improves internal operating procedures, database reports and communications to manage key contract dates, contingencies and internal/external hurdles which arise throughout the project(s)- Formulates alternative solutions in response to critical project issues and procurement/delivery obstacles with senior management and attorneys - Manages external and internal requests for legal support, providing guidance and feedback to colleagues in Lease Administration, Construction and various departments- Leading and training Legal Specialist I group on company policy and procedure, database reporting, and role-specific training; title/survey and land use lead - O365 Champion Team Member for the Real Estate Legal Team partnering with senior management and colleagues to encourage and develop - WIN (Women In Network) ARG Communications Committee member and scribe working to enhance visibility and engagement in collective support of DEI initiatives

- Works in conjunction with Counsel and various internal partners in Real Estate/Architecture/Finance to negotiate and execute leases and related ancillary documents- Partners with Store Planning and Construction to resolve issues arising throughout the construction process and liaising with municipalities in connection with conducting resolving property/construction disputes/issues, and recording/filing applicable real estate legal documentation- Manages discovery and diligence process for projects/deals including, but not limited to: title matters, entity verification, financial reconciliations, environmental reports, state/municipal requirements and existing and/or proposed operating agreements which may restrict opening and operation- Identify and communicate issues and independently resolve title issues with title insurers, landlords, lenders, and opposing counsel - Respond to emergency property management and other situations when needed, drawing on a strong understanding of lease administration and real property management processes.- Act as a resource for senior management and partner business units within the company, providing answers and information as needed related to real estate documentation.- Collaborates with Outside Counsel on Lease Agreement negotiations, providing alternative language provisions, discovery checklists and policies and procedures; participating and often leading special projects

• Assisted Counsel with acquisition, financing and disposition of various real estate asset classes for clients including public companies, regional and national developers, REITS, banks, private investors and equity funds; reviewed all pre-development and subsequent due diligence materials for single and multi-property transactions and negotiated with title companies making proper endorsement recommendations to clients • Responsible for closing of concurrent multi-state and property projects ensuring timeliness and accuracy by drafting compliant transactional agreements including, but not limited to, Deeds of Trust, Mortgages, Purchase and Sale Agreements, License Agreements, Closing Statements and any other agreements required under the transaction or by federal/state/local requirements • Managed client corporate services by drafting, processing and continuously monitoring corporate documents and applications required for closing including, but not limited to: articles of incorporation, qualification of foreign corporations good standing certificates, UCC filings, written consents, resolutions and operating agreements • Created closing binders and tracked and monitored post-closing key dates and development timelines for clients, coordinating between various external/internal contacts and municipal authorities e.g. assisted environmental chair in determining municipal (NJDEP) notice requirements, document submission guidelines and followed up thereto to support the construction of a 100+-mile natural gas pipeline

- Assists in drafting real estate documents, preparing closing documents, conducting due diligence reviews and coordinating closings as required for commercial real estate transactions - Manages and directs commercial leasing activities and updates various lease reporting summaries on a monthly basis - Participates in special projects related to construction and facilities management - Helping to create/maintain electronic lease document storage system ensuring that the data is maintained and updated - Travels onsite to assist in finding new studio locations based on financial and needs based analysis

- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated contracts and/or agreements including but not limited to: Settlement Agreements, NDAs, Service Contracts, and License Agreements. Ensured all contracts complied with internal policy and local/state/federal regulations - Managed Key-Contract Dates in Oracle, SAP and SalesForce databases, along with developments thereto, working with Sales, Finance and Asset Management Departments to collaborate regarding satisfaction of performance and contract recovery efforts- Acted as a liaison between Outside Counsel and Senior Management in maximizing recoveries while minimizing risk and expenditure of contracts litigation; traveling to various locations within the US to negotiate settlements, attended arbitrations, mediations and trials as a corporate representative - Conducted quarterly billing and compliance audits of Outside Counsel (30+ law firms) to review billable hours and compliance with relevant internal policies, elevating to senior management for review as necessary