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New York, Ny, Us

Edina, Minnesota, United States

Dispute Resolution: Represented domestic and international businesses, construction companies, and insurance carriers in complex federal and state litigation matters. Contextualized legal issues and options to assist clients in operationalizing a comprehensive strategy. Researched and analyzed multifaceted legal issues and constructed unique legal arguments that built off of and reinforced the core claims, defenses, and arguments. Evaluated the stratagem and actions being taken by adverse parties and anticipated the strategies that would neutralize or mitigate client risks. Drafted and managed litigation tasks, including: pleadings, motions to dismiss, discovery disclosures, e-discovery, interrogatories, requests for production, motions in limine, and dispositive motions.Strategic Advice: Assisted with implementation of legislative, regulatory, and industry changes and trends to support client planning. Served as a strategic legal advisor to clients with varying levels of risk appetite and tailored counsel accordingly. Liaised with corporate counsel and business leadership to develop and implement legal and compliance programs. Applied legal analysis to prevent, detect, and respond to compliance risks. Developed policies and procedures to advance business and compliance goals.Technology: Leveraged and continuously developed knowledge of current and emerging technologies to enhance work flows and drive new efficiencies.Public Speaking: Appeared and argued before federal and state courts. Investigated and developed material facts for use in litigation by preparing for and taking witness depositions and statements. Presented at Minnesota Continuing Legal Education’s Business Law Institute on “The Business Attorney’s Guide to Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Agreements – How to Represent Each Side.” Effectively communicated and presented before all constituencies within a business.

Duluth, Minnesota Area

Business Counsel: Counseled businesses (institutional, established, and startup) on legal and compliance issues, including: employment, data practices, collections, as well as asset purchases and sales. Drafted applicable agreements, amendments, policies, and other documents that addressed client needs. Analyzed and redlined contracts and agreements. Collaborated with counsel and business clients to perform comprehensive due diligence. Researched and advised clients on licensing needs and obligations. Strategized with clients on ways to enhance their business, manage risk, and achieve and maintain legal compliance. Represented established brands and startups in a variety of trademarks matters, including: trademark clearance opinions, applications, and renewals. Assisted clients when interfacing with federal and state agencies and regulators.Dispute Resolution: Counseled institutional and small business owners in federal and state lawsuits. Advocated for clients in multiple solo trials on construction, landlord/tenant, and harassment matters. Researched and drafted appellate briefs for the appellate phase of litigation.Industry Engagement: Completed the Duluth Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Duluth Program, which included collaboratively planning and executing a clothing donation service project for victims of domestic violence.

Duluth, Minnesota, United States

Taught Legal Aspects of Management to upper-level business and finance students. Course was focused on the nature and functions of law with an emphasis on the interplay and impact of the law on business, economics, marketing, and management. Assisted students in developing their practical knowledge of how contracts, business entities, and business regulations impact the private sector and the legal issues they are likely to face in their future careers.

Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands

Researched and drafted judicial orders in criminal and civil matters; in particular, focused on complex commercial and real estate disputes. Navigated the interplay between CNMI law, international treaty law, and United States federal law. Led various inter-branch committee meetings, including the Judiciary’s Problem Solving Courts Committee and Commonwealth Traffic Records Coordinating Committee. Developed legislation streamlining court operations to enhance efficiency and ensure the just resolution of cases. Coached and judged the Judiciary’s mock trial competitions.

Arden Hills, Minnesota

Project managed a fleet telematics program, working to install 1500 GPS units into government vehicles. Researched the data, privacy, and employment issues presented by telematics. Drafted policies governing Admin’s new telematics program taking into account legal risk and operational realities. Negotiated with the telematics vendor to ensure that Admin’s objectives were achieved. Presented critical project information to and collaborated with multiple stakeholders.

Roseville, Minnesota

Engaged clients to tackle their customer service needs. Problem-solved to ensure client goals were achieved. Liaised with clients, sales team, and Geek Squad technical support to meet client expectations.

Richfield, Minnesota

Drafted memorandum and correspondence in the areas of product compliance, employment, and transportation. Researched domestic and international product compliance issues and presented findings at legal and business meetings.

Juris Doctor

Activities and Societies: 2014-2015, 2015-2016 Philip C. Jessup International Moot Court, Law School Art Selection Committee, American.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), History

Activities and Societies: Division III Football, Theater Scene Shop Volunteer, University Tour Guide, Gaming Club