• City of San Diego SLBE #17GR1430 MBE/DBE Cage Code: 7QP05 CUCP/Caltrans DBE #43783 CA Supplier # 46989• Leading a successful practice specializing in contract, construction and real property law an d project advisory, focusing on clients in Mexico and the U.S. managing 65 cases in collaboration with multiple attorneys • Proactive Advisory using Program Oversight: Successful management of program interactions by monitoring activities through their external and internal influences. • Leading dispute resolution, including arbitration and mediation• Create market entry assessments and strategies for the construction sector in Latin America and the US• Chief Legal Counsel to: 1) a renewable energy start-up: Draft and review business structure documents, contracts, lobbying legislators and staff, engaging in business development efforts to promote concentrated solar power plant, including market research, domestic and international, and Power Purchase Agreement application and review, and 2) a steel production start-up: Preparation of corporate structure documents, draft and review material transfer agreements and non-disclosures, facilitate introduction to potential clients in multiple industries, and support and advise on the development of production facilities.Using Best Practices For Project and Program Management - Risk Measurement, Monitoring, Review and Planning - Stakeholder Performance Oversight and Evaluations - Contract Compliance and Assessments - Contractor and Design Consultant Cost Review - Progress Verification, Inspection and Testing - Claims Avoidance and Management - Dispute Resolution

Business and Market Development Leader - Mexico Created market presence and opportunity in Mexico by securing first contract with US$400 billion client in 7 months • Evaluate the market potential for forensic litigation consulting engagements, make key business contacts and build relationships with potential partners and clients • Lead technical and legal oversight and manager on cost overruns and process evaluation for US$1B infrastructure oil and gas project • Lead and principal for securing $600K contract value for professional consulting services during initial expansion phase (< 9 months).

California High Speed Rail Program will implement a new high-speed rail system, completely grade-separated from road vehicle traffic and operated almost exclusively on separate, dedicated tracks with a top design speed of up to 250 mph and operating speed of up to 220 mph. The US$68 Billion 800-mile statewide program will provide reliable, high-speed, electrified train service between the Bay Area, the Central Valley, Sacramento, and Southern California.During design-build, P3, planning, procurement and construction- Development and ongoing implementation and refinement of procurement, contracting policies and procedures,- Refinement and application of procurement and construction manuals process manuals;- Development and refinement of contract and procurement documents;- Serve as legal and technical advisor on issues related to all phases of procurement and construction.

• Led business development and sales efforts in federal, state, and local government markets • Secure the procurement of $2M+ contracts with state and federal agency clients (CalTrans, SANDAG, USGSA)• Manage $10M+ infrastructure development projects for federal and state agencies• Design and execute marketing strategies targeting under-penetrated markets• Manage client relationships, represent and promote company brand in the regional private and public agency network • Develop partnerships with senior level executives in the private firms and public agencies (CalTrans, U.S. Department of State, City of San Diego Public Works, U.S. GSA, and County of San Diego Public Works)• Manage day to day activities of the regional office and project management staff

• Managed the legal department department of the land development and construction firm with projects valued at $3+ billion• Led construction claims review, litigation and informal dispute resolution• Drafted, audited and negotiated construction contracts for 60+ land development projects• Evaluated legal risks and compliance of real estate transactions valued at $2M - $250M • Managed support staff• Drafted legal opinions on entitlement procedures dealing with environmental (CEQA, USACE, USF&G), building code, construction and subdivision regulations

• Managed public works & transportation projects end-to-end, building bridges, airport runways, waste and flood control facilities, roadway improvements, and transit facilities• Designed and drafted construction plans, specifications and contracts for $25K – $2.5M projects• Developed cost estimates including labor, equipment and materials expense forecasts • Produced and reviewed environmental impact reports (under NEPA & CEQA)• Coordinated construction efforts with private and public agencies including FAA, CalTrans, U.S. Army Corps, CA Div. of the State Architect, and U.S. Fish and Game