In-House Employment CounselConnect with me at:►►►mkpatt@gmail.com◄◄◄All Invitations to Connect Welcome, I Never IDKLION - LinkedIn Open NetworkerAlthough I'm an attorney and counselor, I view my role in any organization as being the chief problem solver for the company. As general counsel to a group of financial service companies with an elite global clientele, I lead the legal and compliance practice at Cedrus Investments and at Phoenician. I advised a multi-national management on a wide variety of issues including commercial transactions, legal and regulatory interpretation, human resource management and litigation.I understand how businesses are frustrated with looking for efficient solutions to legal and regulatory problems, and resolve these issues by evaluating risks and opportunities in advance and being pro-active, thereby avoiding the pitfalls inherent in dealing with government and regulatory agencies at the last minute.Among my accomplishments, I am a successful trial lawyer, having first chair trial experience in matters pertaining to employment law and human resource matters; negotiated international financing agreements including a sponsorship contract between the Cayman Islands National Squash Association and Cedrus Investments Ltd., for Cedrus sponsorship of the 2011 squash tournament as well as international employment agreement, NDAs and contractor arrangements.I'm pleased to have earned the respect and admiration of both colleagues and clients for my professionalism, effectiveness and devotion to the needs of my clients.****************Recruiters, HR Managers, Hiring Managers connect with me to get access to my network deep in industry leadership.****************To brainstorm and collaborate from any of these perspectives feel free to call me at (415) 547-0295.Specialties: HR Employee Relations Counsel Specializing in:Employment law, Litigation and Claims Investigation