I’m a high-level corporate counsel and risk manager skilled at translating legal and regulatory mandates to provide reasoned, straightforward counsel to C-suite executives, clients, and staff. Skilled in business law and corporate compliance as well as litigation. I’m an effective team member who is comfortable in the board room as well as the courtroom, with a proven ability to navigate complex business transactions. I have experience across corporate, civil and regulatory law, resulting in a balanced perspective, strong negotiation skills, ability to adapt to changing circumstances, and proven leadership during times of corporate growth and restructuring.My expertise includes sophisticated litigation defense experience from case inception through trial and final appeal and a successful track record of crisis management and change leadership with a focus on quickly and efficiently achieving ethical, positive, client-oriented results.As a leader, I strive to move the organization forward by developing relevant and ambitious, yet achievable, strategic goals. I implement efficient organization, balanced resource utilization while fostering a positive environment of adaptability, confidentiality, and integrity. I will also supervise, evaluate, and review the performance of outside counsel and require accountability.I partner closely with executive teams and peers to understand the company’s products, services, and business imperatives, and I provide actionable advice that balances legal and business requirements. I also contribute to other legal affairs including regulatory compliance, human resources compliance, corporate governance, litigation management, and talent development. My forte is developing scalable processes and policies to assess and manage legal risk.Litigation Management - Regulatory Interpretation and Compliance – HIPPA – HITECH – Antikickback - Stark - Human Resources Compliance - Risk Management - Corporate Governance - Business Planning - Stakeholder Collaboration - Legal Writing and Research - Dispute Resolution - Litigation - Mergers & Acquisitions - Complex Contract Negotiations and Drafting - Appellate Work - Management of Legal Department - Strategic and Tactical Implementation of Legal Initiatives