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Washington, DC, US

Washington, DC

Experienced attorney focused on international white collar criminal defense (FCPA, FEPA, FARA, OIG matters), international sanctions (OFAC), government investigations, and commercial litigation as well as transactional work (including CFIUS matters) and general legal counsel to high-growth start-ups. I have a diverse background in criminal law, national.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Represented clients and provided legal counsel in various practice areas, including:- Commercial Litigation (Business Disputes & Creditors' Rights, etc.)- Government Contracts Compliance & Investigations (FCA, FCPA, etc.)- Outside General Counsel Services- Legal and Regulatory Compliance Programs - Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs) & Membership Interest.

Arlington, VA

Provided legal counsel and oversaw daily operations and business strategy of full-service sales and marketing consulting firm in collaboration with company founder.- Negotiated and drafted contracts and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)- Advised company executives on litigation, intellectual property rights and outside counsel billing- Developed SaaS.

Extensive experience in national security, international negotiations, crisis management, and investigations. Routinely wrote intelligence reports included in the Presidential Daily Brief (PDB) from intelligence personally collected. Advanced training and certification in espionage tradecraft, to include surveillance detection and hard-target operations..

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Assisted with the analysis and production of various analytic products specifically focused on threat awareness and force protection while supplying analytical support for senior client representatives. Conducted comprehensive research on complex topics independently and as part of larger analytical efforts.

Eastern District Of New York

Cross-designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York in connection with the investigation and prosecution of the acting head of the Bonanno crime family. Assisted into the investigation and trial preparation leading to the conviction of numerous high level organized crime figures.

Bronx, New York

Prosecuted complex multi-jurisdiction organized crime and firearms trafficking investigations leading to the conviction and incarceration of high level organized crime figures in New York City. Oversaw multi-million dollar DOJ grant to increase Office's ability to effectively investigate and prosecute illegal firearms traffickers. Substantial experience.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Conducted legal research and due diligence for high profile clients in the telecommunications and publishing industries in connection with the firm's antitrust practice. Assisted in the drafting of motions in connections with the firm's white collar defense practice.

District Of Columbia

Assisted in the successful prosecution of a high profile sex crimes offender. Assisted in witness preparation, discovery and trial preparation for multiple felony cases. Conducted legal research and drafted motion papers under the supervision of Assistant United States Attorneys in the Homicide Section.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Drafted Government responses in civil law suits against the Federal Bureau of Prisons to include obtaining dismissal of a suit filed by Oklahoma City bombing co-conspirator Terry Nichols related to his conditions of confinement.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Activities and Societies: Moot Court; Trial Court Board ExecutivePublication: "The Sunset of Scanwell Jurisdiction and the Award of.

Bachelor’S Degree, Cum Laude, Political Science And Government (Honors Program Graduate)

Activities and Societies: Varsity Football