🔹 Results-driven Chief Legal Officer with extensive experience leading legal strategies for life science companies from pre-clinical to commercial stages. Proven track record in corporate governance, securities, business development and IP. Launched and led legal functions in multiple companies.🔹 Expertise in strategic and financial transactions, including mergers, IPOs, and global partnerships. 🔹 Successful litigation strategist, managing global litigation matters including the dismissal of multiple securities class action suits.🔹 Trusted legal advisor to CEOs and Boards, guiding growth from private to public and cultivating strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Directed Akebia’s merger with Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, creating an integrated renal therapeutics company.🔹 Experienced in handling complex legal and regulatory matters, including compliance issues and the FDA appeal process. Negotiated Inspiration Biopharmaceuticals’ $1B sale under U.S. Bankruptcy Code, securing product approvals and royalties.🔹 Passionate advocate for mentoring and talent development in the legal and life sciences community.