•Specializing in the commercial transactions, fintech, and canna tech sectors• Redlining, drafting, and reviewing legal contracts and documents including notices, ETF letters, offer letters, NDAs, SAFE agreements, master agreements, banking agreements, employment agreements, commercial agreements, and merchant agreements• Renewing and maintaining company licenses and ensuring regulatory compliance• Conducting exhaustive legal research, culminating in the composition of insightful memoranda and briefs• Orchestrating correspondence with an array of government and state bodies• Submitting corporation forms to states for registration, diligently tracking annual report deadlines, and ensuring timely filing of annual reports• Executing UCC filings with precision, safeguarding company interests and regulatory adherence• 409A Valuation Expertise and Employee Stock Options (ESO) Management• Strong knowledge of AML regulations, collaborating with the risk team to diligently address chargeback matters and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) and MATCH lists

• Conducting subpoena management, legal document drafting, and review, including pleadings, motions, settlements, and discovery requests for insurance cases involving homeowners and AOB companies• Managing case files and ensuring compliance with court deadlines• Utilizing case management software and an e-filing system• Maintaining regular communication with insurance, mitigation companies, and homeowners/AOB companies to obtain necessary information and documentation• Assisting attorneys with trial preparation, including preparation of exhibits, draft, and coordinating with expert witnesses

• Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in preparing, reviewing, and negotiating various critical contracts for bank operations, including loan agreements, merchant agreements, vendor agreements, and more• Orchestrated agreements between major card organizations like Visa and Mastercard and banks, covering processor agreements, licensing, and compliance contracts• Provided daily legal counsel on regulatory compliance and banking regulations to various departments and branches, enhancing operational efficiency• Delivered legal counseling to the bank’s subsidiaries and affiliates, leveraging a diverse legal background• Actively participated in meetings with government agencies, offering expert opinions and demonstrating strong regulatory and compliance skills• Experienced with regulations including PSD2, GDPR, digital banking, and smart contracts• Offered advisory services on labor law matters, ensuring compliance with employment regulations• Managed the bank’s vendor and purchase agreements standardization project• Reviewed customer complaints and requests, ensuring legal adherence and client satisfaction• Provided essential training to promote legal awareness and compliance within the organization