As leader of the legal practice group, I consult with law firms and other professional service organizations on their technology needs, technology strategy, financial systems and general operations. In the IT area we focus on by increasing technology flexibility and reducing the cost of technology costs. introducing new offerings in the areas of:Hybrid and Full Cloud ComputingImproved Time Capture productsDocument ManagementBusiness ContinuityBusiness Disaster Recovery SolutionsManaged Services

Perform consulting assignments in Law firm management, Strategic and Financial Planning, Software needs analysis, Design and implementation of systems, Lawyer compensation, Cost reduction initiatives, and as interim Chief Operating or Financial Officer.

Responsible for the direction and management of the US operations of this Magic Circle UK based firm.

Executive Director for the US operations of this British based law firm with responsibility for Strategic planning, Finance, Technology, Human Resources and Operations.Responsible for the Finance, Technology, Human Resources and operations of the three US offices.• Developed new monthly financial reporting packages• Designed and implemented a new bonus scheme for the US associates. The new scheme was primarily responsible for an increase in associate billable hours.• Saved over $350,000 renovating our New York office space.• Implemented new employee benefit programs, saving over $250,000 per year.• Coordinated worldwide partner conference in Washington D.C.• Developed a rotational training program for first year associates

Law Firm consultants.• Operated as interim COO/CFO for various mid-sized law firms in the New York Metropolitan Area.• Set up US offices for European law firm with over 600 attorneys worldwide. This included setting up Human Resources, Benefits, Payroll, IT, Accounting, Financial reporting, Banking relations, Governmental Filings and hiring all administrative staff.• Managed Accounting and designed Financial Reporting packages.• Directed and implemented technology initiatives for law firms in New York and Long Island, and Pa.• Developed agenda and managed partner retreats. • Designed and implemented new accounting systems and controls, IT initiatives, backup and disaster recovery procedures, telephone system, and litigations support systems. • Reviewed and implemented new employee benefit programs.• Managed the design and construction of office space. • Set up cost reduction initiatives, enabling cost reductions of over $200,000 annually in marketing, telecom, and office supply expenses. • Designed new marketing strategies using the internet, optimizing organic and pay per click searches

Responsible for strategic planning, development and leadership of all non-legal functions for this $50M law firm. Directed Financial Planning and Analysis, Accounting, Treasury, Information Technologies, Human Resources, Records, Library, Paralegal, Office Operations, and Risk Management functions through a 7-person management team. Represented the firm with independent accountants, financial institutions, landlords, and vendors. Member of the firm's Management Committee.

Responsible for all of the non-legal functions. Directed and managed the Financial Planning and Analysis, Accounting, Information Technologies, Human Resources, Treasury, Operations and Risk Management functions. Member of the firm's Executive Committee.