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New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny

Serve as chief legal adviser on all business activities and strategic initiatives for North and South American operations of Scotland-based spirits company producing brands such as The Macallan, The Famous Grouse, Highland Park, The Glenrothes, No. 3 Gin, Brugal Rum, Noble Oak, and Wyoming Whiskey. Participate in the development and implementation of organizational strategic plans as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. Work cross-functionally to provide legal oversight and coordination… Show more Serve as chief legal adviser on all business activities and strategic initiatives for North and South American operations of Scotland-based spirits company producing brands such as The Macallan, The Famous Grouse, Highland Park, The Glenrothes, No. 3 Gin, Brugal Rum, Noble Oak, and Wyoming Whiskey. Participate in the development and implementation of organizational strategic plans as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. Work cross-functionally to provide legal oversight and coordination across all business segments, including with respect to commercial transactions, litigation, labor and employment, general corporate governance, corporate affairs and communications, insurance, licensing, and intellectual property. Lead the negotiation, assessment, and implementation of the company’s strategic partnerships. Responsible for hiring and supervising outside counsel and managing and developing the regional Legal and Corporate Affairs Teams. Show less

Oversee general business operations, strategy, and management of Wyoming-based American Whiskey company. Serve as liaison between the company and Edrington as part of strategic partnership and collaboration. Chair quarterly Board of Directors meetings and advise the Board and Management Team on strategic direction and annual operating plans, as well as strategy planning and implementation across the commercial, marketing, and production business segments.

New York, Ny

Represented companies in complex transactions such as domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, and strategic financings. Drafted and reviewed various contracts and other documents including purchase agreements, employment and consulting agreements, confidentiality and nondisclosure agreements, and corporate resolutions and presentations. Advised clients in all aspects of corporate governance and general corporate law.

New York, Ny

Assisted league attorneys in all aspects of the grievance process including litigation support during arbitration hearings. Provided advice and legal support to the NFL teams with respect to a variety of labor and employment law issues under the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Drafted legal memoranda based on the review and analysis of league contracts.

Greater New York City Area

Assisted trial teams in all aspects of litigation preparation including jury consulting, witness preparation, and trial strategy and presentation. Developed argumentative presentations and graphic concepts to assist in the understanding of complex legal principles and issues. Analyzed and reported on findings from focus group research.

Greater New York City Area

Researched and drafted orders resolving motion practice in a variety of civil cases including motions to dismiss, transfer venue, amend a complaint, and requests for summary judgment. Prepared an opinion in response to a habeas corpus petition. Attended trials, conferences, and hearings. Discussed matters before the court with Judge and clerks.

Greater New York City Area

Organized and developed a complete legal and regulatory report database for government regulation documents, investigation files, and archives. Maintained department records in accordance with Global Information Standards.

Port St. Lucie, Fl

Gained a comprehensive understanding of the New York Mets Minor League Operations including the managerial functions of planning, organizing, controlling, staffing, and leading. Responsible for scheduling, organizing, and implementing various player/community relation and service programs.

J.D., Law

Cum Laude Senior Articles Editor, St. John's Law Review

B.S., Sport Management, Economics

Activities and Societies: President, Delta Chi Fraternity Summa Cum Laude Honors Program