Christopher Williams is a Director in MLA's Boston office focusing on in-house placements for Chief Legal Officers, General Counsels and Senior Attorneys.

Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a research-based pharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing scientifically advanced therapeutic products that are focused on helping patients suffering from central nervous system and respiratory disorders, as well as other illnesses. Sunovion brings together scientific focus, pragmatism, and dedication to research. The company combines entrepreneurial energy, with the willingness to take on any challenge, and always keeping… Show more Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a research-based pharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing scientifically advanced therapeutic products that are focused on helping patients suffering from central nervous system and respiratory disorders, as well as other illnesses. Sunovion brings together scientific focus, pragmatism, and dedication to research. The company combines entrepreneurial energy, with the willingness to take on any challenge, and always keeping the longer view in sight. Because we at Sunovion put our patients front and center, determined day by day to fulfill the promise of “Healthy bodies, healthy lives.”The Senior Counsel Corporate is primarily responsible for support of Sunovion's transactional practice including legal analysis and recommendation and negotiation of transactions, engagements and agreements across the organization. Works closely with Corporate, Finance, IT, G&A, HR, and R&D to establish transactional policies, practices and procedures consistent with corporate objectives and business requirements. Provides general guidance on internal legal issues related to a wide spectrum of issues including, privacy, data management, internal policy compliance, contracts, confidentiality and contingent worker issues. Show less

Linedata is a global solutions provider with 700 clients operating in 50 countries. With more than 1,000 employees across the globe, we are dedicated to the Investment Management and Credit community. We believe growth in the financial industry will be driven by sustainability and innovation among its stakeholders. Our vision is to be the global preferred partner supporting client growth in investment management and the credit industry. With more than a decade of experience in… Show more Linedata is a global solutions provider with 700 clients operating in 50 countries. With more than 1,000 employees across the globe, we are dedicated to the Investment Management and Credit community. We believe growth in the financial industry will be driven by sustainability and innovation among its stakeholders. Our vision is to be the global preferred partner supporting client growth in investment management and the credit industry. With more than a decade of experience in the industry and the strong financials of a publicly listed firm, we make long-term investments in our solutions and services to help you meet your challenges now and in the future. The Legal Counsel North America is the primary legal resource for all Linedata business lines, offices, personnel and products across the region. My focus is on supporting all transaction types including licensing, partnership agreements, regulatory compliance, merger and acquisition transactions, litigation, vendor/contractor agreements and employment matters, as well as managing our external legal resources. I work directly with global business management teams and report to the General Counsel in Paris. Show less

nSphere provides local web platforms and data and information resources to some of the worlds largest online and print publishers, a myriad of business/vendors, and partners with media and content producers worldwide. Survey.com provides market research and mobile marketing and engagement solutions through its mobile applications and licensing of its technology to third parties. The Senior Vice President of Operations is engaged in the daily management and tactical… Show more nSphere provides local web platforms and data and information resources to some of the worlds largest online and print publishers, a myriad of business/vendors, and partners with media and content producers worldwide. Survey.com provides market research and mobile marketing and engagement solutions through its mobile applications and licensing of its technology to third parties. The Senior Vice President of Operations is engaged in the daily management and tactical implementation of the companies' strategic objectives. General Counsel manages the various aspects of nSphere's legal and transactional matters and is engaged in issues ranging from Corporate/Business, Finance and M&A to Employment. Both functions work very closely with the COO and CEO and provide balance and guidance in all business matters. Show less