WHAT I DO:I am a results-driven, future-oriented strategic leader with extensive experience providing legal and business advice to innovative companies, including SaaS, insurance tech, FinTech, PropTech, and telematics.MY COMMUNICATION STYLE:It starts with listening, understanding the issues, and getting the facts, all while being respectful and building trust. I’m known for developing strong networks and loyal partnerships both inside an organization as well as external from the company.MY SPECIALITIES:Compliance, risk mitigation, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, investigations, labor and employment law, and international legal and contract issues. Special focuses includes tackling complex corporate problems; managing teams and large-scale projects; applying legal principles to resolve intricate issues; HR Policies; and, developing and maintaining positive relationships with business partners at all levels.MY STRENGTHS:Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills that lead to building trust with clients, teams, and leaders. Attentive follow-through in working on complex projects while maintaining focus on time. Extremely high attention to detail, striving for accuracy and high performance. Able to draw out facts, data and logic that delivers positive impact towards the desired goals. Take responsibilities seriously and excise authority in a sincere and conscientious manner. Provide reality-focused view of systems, procedures, and organizational operations.MY CREDENTIALS:Member in good standing with the Illinois State Bar as well as litigation experience in the US District Courts, including the Northern District of Illinois and all Districts of California, as well the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States.