My practice focuses on structured finance, asset securitization, general corporate finance, private credit, and equipment leasing. I counsel borrowers, commercial lenders, private and public companies, financial institutions, private equity firms, and underwriters that are engaged in financing transactions related to real estate, transportation, and other assets.

As an attorney in the Financial Markets practice, I focus my practice on counseling borrowers, commercial lenders, private and public companies, financial institutions, private equity firms, and underwriters that are engaged in financing transactions related to real estate, transportation, and other assets. My practice includes structured finance, asset securitization, and general corporate finance.

As a managing associate in the Global Finance group in Sidley Austin’s New York office, I counseled issuers and underwriters in public and private securitizations, with a particular focus on commercial mortgage-backed securitizations.

As a member of Vedder Price's Global Transportation Finance team, I assisted borrowers, lenders, lessors, lessees and equity investors engaged in debt, equity and lease financing transactions.

As a versatile, results-oriented real estate sales professional with extensive experience in residential real-estate, including primary homes, short sale, foreclosure, investment opportunities, I demonstrated customer service excellence, business acumen, and strategic agility; facilitated strong communication --establishing and maintaining relationships and rapport with clients and partners; and collaborated with high quality mortgage professionals, contractors, and attorneys to deliver solid customer care. Specialized in: - Property Sales / Marketing - Sales Presentations / Leads Educational Seminars- Market Research - Client Analysis - Contracts / Leases - Short Sales / Bank Owned - Negotiation / Mediation - Escrow / Titles

Assisted associates and shareholders on deals in the Global Transportation Finance and Financial Transaction Groups. Drafted and commented on corporate contracts. Researched laws associated with Maritime Law and Aviation Law.

Researched and surveyed laws in all fifty states to chart compliance with escheatment fees, lien releases, mortgage satisfaction, and UCC termination. Reviewed and approved marketing proposals with managing attorney, ensuring all banking disclosure laws are followed. Observed and analyzed the law as it relates commercial banking, consumer banking, and equipment finance.

Observed the judicial process from all angles and observed civil and criminal cases. Supported the Judge and clerks and researched new issues presented to the court. Drafted and proofed the Judge’s orders.

Developed pilot and crew training program on Endeavor Air aircraft fleets. Designed and led training program and seminars for pilots. Constructed, reviewed, and maintained the required documents and reports required of the AQP. Assisted Curriculum Developers creation of proficiency objectives, the AQP curriculum and lessons. Developed quality control guidelines and standards. Analyzed performance data and executed curriculum diagnostics. Created crew reports per Endeavor Air standards and FAA regulations.Ensured crewmember records were maintained to FAA regulation.Audited records and created reports to maintain crew member record integrity. Provided support in all areas of the Flight Operations department as needed.

Aircraft operator of Canadian Regional Jet 200 and Canadian Regional Jet 900Certificates and Ratings:Airline Transport Pilot, Single and Multi-Engine Land, Instrument AirplaneCL 65 Type Rating, Certified Flight Instructor, 1st Class Medical. FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit, High Altitude Endorsement Over 1700 hours of flight experience

Developed learner-centric lesson plans based on individual student needsConducted briefings and meeting times with students Tracked students’ progression through the flight course providing superior flight instruction

Participated in ground school for the DC-9, learning the aircraft's systemsProvided seat support in the simulator, applying material learned during ground schoolAssisted the fleet by working on a computer-based procedure software issued to pilots to augment the current teaching model at Northwest Airlines in Flight Operations

2003, 2004, 2006 Detailed aircraft to the highest standard, making sure aircraft were flight readyDirected, fueled, and parked aircraft efficientlyCalculated inventory of company's products, and provided excellent service in sales and billing

Assisted customers and companies in settling disputes amicablyProvided guidance and educated customers experiencing problems with businessesSuggested ways for companies to gain good will of customers, resolving customers' complaints