Accomplished in-house general counsel known for my ability to apply the law in business situations in a way that meets both business needs and legal requirements. I serve businesses and nonprofit organizations as outside General Counsel covering a range of corporate legal needs.I AM KNOWN FOR:- Translating the law to understandable terms- Guiding clients/managers through difficult employment situations- Applying legal knowledge to business problems- Resolving disputes- Developing creative solutions to difficult problems- Communication – written & spokenAREAS OF EXPERTISE✔ General Counsel✔ Reviewing and negotiating commercial real estate leases✔ Reviewing contracts✔ Understanding statutory and regulatory requirements and developing systems and programs for compliance✔ Licensing & product development for retail sales✔ Writing and revising company policies and procedures, including employee handbooks✔ Subject matter expertise in several legal areas: - Employment discrimination law- EEO charge responses- Wage-hour- Family Medical Leave- Americans with Disabilities Act✔ Translating legal opinions into information that the business can use✔ Dispute resolution✔ Chief Legal Officer, Employee Relations, Human Resources Attorney, Dispute Resolution, Counselor, Problem Solver, Negotiator, Leader, Advisor, Business PartnerMORE ABOUT ME…I have always lived a purpose driven life; helping people and making a difference in their lives. I have studied photography for over 40 years and consider myself an accomplished amateur photographer. This training translates into seeing both the big picture and the details of daily business situations. My Master’s degree in communication shaped how I listen and respond in a wide variety of interpersonal situations, both secular and faith-based.Contact: David@McPherson.Legal