Paul Chadha Email & Phone Number

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

• Energy Project Development and Transactions:
• Lead legal support for development, acquisition, disposition, and operation of diverse energy assets, including bioethanol plants, carbon capture and sequestration, low carbon, solar, wind, and battery storage projects
• Draft and negotiate complex power purchase agreements (including virtual), transmission agreements, and offtake arrangementsTax Credit Transactions:
• Structure and execute tax credit transactions, with a focus on Sec 45Q carbon capture and Sec 45Z clean fuel production credits
• Collaborate with tax and finance teams to optimize tax credit monetization strategies
• Stay current on evolving tax credit regulations and their impact on project economics, including environmental regulations, renewable energy standards, and biofuel mandatesCommercial and Finance Transactions:

Chicago, Illinois

• Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law: International Business Law & Negotiations and Corporate Counsel Practicum
• Loyola University Chicago School of Law: Advanced Business Law (2014-present)International Teaching Experience:
• Kiev University School of Law and Ostroh Academy National University, Ukraine (2023-present)
• Tel Aviv University Buchmann School of Law, Israel (2014-2023)
• Haramaya University School of Law, Ethiopia (2014 & 2016)
• Addis Ababa University School of Law, Ethiopia (2008)Research Focus: Business Law, Business Crisis Negotiations

Chicago, Illinois

• Geographic Legal Counsel – US, AccentureGlobal Legal Lead – Accenture Development PartnershipsKey Responsibilities:
• Lead counsel for corporate functions: Real Estate, Marketing, Research, Risk Management, Events, Corporate Citizenship
• Global legal lead for Accenture's international development business unit
• Corporate Secretary, Accenture Foundation
• Managed $1M annual outside counsel budgetLegal Expertise and Notable Achievements:
• International Development: Provided comprehensive legal support for Accenture Development Partnerships, navigating complex global landscapes

Awassa, Ethiopia

• Led the expansion of the Center's orphanage to care for over 120 children
• Implemented solar energy solutions, clean water access, and high-speed internet at the Center
• Established an accredited computer and vocational training school for over 300 adults in need of free advanced education

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Advised clients on acquisitions, dispositions, and venture capital investments. Conducted comprehensive due diligence reviews, prepared advisory memoranda, and recommended transaction document revisions. Skilled in.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Experienced in drafting and negotiating a wide range of agreements, including asset purchase, joint venture, consulting, employment, and organizational documents. Proficient in preparing SEC filings such as 8-Ks.

Grand Forks, North Dakota Area

Honorably served in the US Air Force and the US Air Force Reserves.319th Air Refueling Wing 1993 - 1995934th Airlift Wing 1995 - 1999

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

• Hosted night and weekend shows on KQHT "Magic 96" Arbitron rated competing with XL93, showcasing top 40 music and engaging with listeners
• Recorded commercials, voiceovers, and voice personalities to enhance the station's brand and attract advertisers
• Collaborated with team members to create engaging content and maintain high listener engagement levels

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