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Columbus, Oh, Us

Springboro, Ohio, Us

Orchestrate the vision, strategy, and execution of all Human Resources programs including compensation, benefits, PTO/leave, performance management, and employee relations for a $37 million home/commercial audio electronics manufacturer and wholesaler. • Recruited to administer and direct the daily functions of the company’s Human Resources department and execute all HR programs ensuring alignment with current labor & employment laws and regulations as well as company objectives supporting a fair and compliant work environment while minimizing and mitigating legal exposure.• Research, recommend, draft, and implement HR policies and procedures such as directing a full revision of the company’s employee handbook for the first time since 2017 and leading a cross-functional team in an ongoing reorganization initiative project which includes a revision of all job descriptions/families and a market compensation analysis to create a compensation banding system. • Guide labor and employment law matters, including disciplinary actions, workplace investigations, terminations, and dispute resolution to ensure legal compliance and safeguarding the company against potential claims.

Led and managed a boutique law firm advising key stakeholders of businesses and corporations in the healthcare, IT, and manufacturing sectors on complex corporate legal/compliance, privacy, and labor & employment-related issues. • Analyzed, negotiated, and drafted complex commercial/transactional-related contracts and SaaS agreements with an emphasis on proactive risk management for a multi-million-dollar MSP IT services and cybersecurity management company.• Provided vigilant monitoring, analysis, and guidance to several physician and mental health practices regarding state and federal healthcare laws and regulations regarding patient privacy (HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA) as well as fraud, abuse, and waste (Anti-Kickback Statute, Stark Law, False Claims Act) to ensure compliance.• Collaborated with the Human Resources team at a manufacturing company to optimize legal and operational efficiency by developing and implementing internal labor & employment policies and procedures ensuring compliance and contributing to enhanced overall organizational performance.

Cincinnati, Oh, Us

In-house corporate counsel overseeing diverse legal operations for a $9+ million manufacturer of specialty fasteners for use in automotive parts, construction, and electronics.• Spearheaded the standardization of complex vendor and supplier commercial contracts and streamlined internal processes for contract management to drive greater efficiency and reduce contract processing times.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams across the company’s departments to lead the development and implementation of new contract risk management/mitigation policies and procedures contributing to a reduction in contract disputes.• Proactively monitored and identified labor & employment issues to ensure compliance, mitigate risk/potential claims, and strengthen the relationship between the company and its employees.

Directed the firm’s corporate general counsel services offerings to various small and medium-sized businesses focusing on commercial contracting and labor & employment-related issues for the healthcare and IT sectors while assisting in the firm’s commercial, civil, and criminal litigation cases.• Analyzed, negotiated, and drafted complex commercial/transactional-related contracts and SaaS agreements with an emphasis on proactive risk management for an $18+ million IT solutions, educational services, and management consulting company.• Provided counsel and litigation assistance to other firm attorneys in 100 + civil matters, including family law, personal injury/mass torts, and criminal cases, achieving a 90% settlement rate, significantly reducing the number of cases going to trial. • Mentored, supervised, and trained a team of two associate attorneys, two law clerks, and one paralegal to enhance their personal/professional growth and increase client satisfaction.

Advised and consulted with the owners/shareholders of small and medium-sized businesses on general corporate legal/ compliance, privacy, and labor & employment-related issues.• Advised business owners/stakeholders on matters related to corporate formation and governance to ensure successful business structures and compliance with all legal requirements.• Developed and implemented comprehensive privacy and labor & employment compliance programs for clients to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance while minimizing/mitigating the risk of potential claims.• Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the law firm, managing administrative staff and delegating tasks to associates, while maintaining strict adherence to legal and ethical standards.

Assisted the General Counsel of a holding company on general corporate legal/compliance and labor & employment-related matters first as a legal consultant then overseeing a diverse business and real estate portfolio as well as advising the key stakeholders as the in-house corporate counsel reporting to the company’s General Counsel.• Researched and analyzed legal, compliance, and labor & employment issues in support of the General Counsel while assisting in all facets of commercial real estate and business transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, negotiating, and drafting transactional business and real estate documents.• Monitored, analyzed, and advised stakeholders on changes in laws and regulations affecting the holding company’s businesses or real estate portfolio to identify potential legal risks and mitigation strategies resulting in a reduction in legal disputes. • Collaborated with HR team to develop and implement proactive labor & employment policies, procedures, and training reducing the number of HR-related inquiries/grievances as well as a reduction in employee turnover.

New York City, Ny, Us

Leveraged LexisNexis tools to conduct comprehensive legal research, provided strategic solutions to corporate legal departments and developed training programs to enhance legal teams’ decision-making processes and industry knowledge.• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting comprehensive legal research, and leveraged LexisNexis tools and databases to provide analysis and support to legal professionals and organizations• Advised corporate legal departments on legal matters, offering strategic solutions to address complex issues. Collaborated closely with legal teams to enhance decision-making processes.• Developed and delivered training programs on legal research methods and LexisNexis platform utilization allowing corporate legal teams to maintain their legal knowledge and industry trends.

Juris Doctor

Bachelor'S Of Science, Biological Sciences