Review and analysis of documents as part of a European and American competition law in confidential judicial inquiry.

Assisted and coordinated research on EU and comparative law legal issues.Developed a network at the European Commission while organizing presentations at the various Directorate-Generals.

Studied the EU legal system. This included trips to the ECJ in Luxembourg and the EU institutions in Brussels. Submitted papers on:Development of EU fundamental rights as it relates to citizenship,Comparative study of EU and US environmental laws as they relate to waterA study of the evolution of water law from Roman through modern times, and An analysis of the development of the margin squeeze doctrine in EU law.

Hired from Senate to provide senior-level legal guidance in an in-house legal counsel role.Provided wide range of guidance on corporate law issues, particularly with regard to contract disputes and product application suitability.Played key role in multiple disputes totaling several million dollars over contract compliance / performance. Researched complex legal issues, drafted responses to third parties, and prepared reference documents for use in negotiations and meetings. Held active role in mediation / dispute resolution process; each time achieving a successful resolution.

Promoted on accelerated track to counsel Senator Hagel and Senatorial staff on interpretation and application of Senate Ethics Rules; advised on regulatory compliance.Served as advocate promoting Senator’s policy position to trade associations, industry leaders, and interest groups.Negotiated with Senate Ethics Committee to minimize risk / exposure by securing Ethics Committee approval / authorization for complex compliance questions and actions. Managed legal portfolio primarily focusing on judicial and education issues; provided tracking and reporting; and developed the Senator’s official position based upon this legal analysis. Worked with Congressional offices to promote Senator’s legislative agenda.Drafted legal correspondence to constituents, government officials, and business leaders.Attended Senate Rules Committee Hearings on Senator’s behalf.

Researched and drafted legal opinions and legal memoranda on diverse topics including internet music piracy, prisoner abuse, and class action lawsuits.Developed legal training and related PowerPoint presentations for use in Continuing Legal Education courses.

Managed an office providing free income tax services to low-income individuals and families.Recruited and managed over twenty volunteers annually.Implemented procedures increasing volunteer participation by 38% and site efficiency by 17%. Nominated for American Bar Association’s 2006 Continuing Tax Site of the Year.

Advocated revising the Oath to the Iowa Board of Governors and Iowa State Supreme Court.Governor Tom Vilsack signed Oath into law in May 2005.

Handled regulatory compliance audits of daily trade allocations for compliance with SEC Rules.Worked directly with clients / investors and communicated on financial / investment topics, procedures, etc.