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New York, New York, United States

Senior Staff Attorney in rapidly growing discovery practice responsible for eDiscovery strategy and data lifecycle management, digital forensics and collections, vendor supervision, and efficient implementation of new eDiscovery technologies and best practices. ● Implement and familiarize attorneys and clients with evolving eDiscovery practices including generative Artificial Intelligence and next generation analytics to achieve mainstream industry confidence and acceptance of new software technologies. ● Coordinate with attorneys, litigation support, in-house client teams and consultants on all aspects of the EDRM lifecycle. ● Develop and implement best practices and procedures for efficient allocation of eDiscovery resources, utilizing emerging techniques and consistent matter management in complex commercial litigations and across multiple offices. ● Evaluate technology, software, and professional services of third-party vendors and negotiate project scope and agreements. ● Customize and tailor eDiscovery strategy and services unique to each case's goals and objectives in consultation with clients. ● Identify, research, and educate on new and evolving discovery laws, regulations, and practices across multiple jurisdictions. ● Provide training, consulting and a knowledge base for all aspects of the discovery practice.

New York, New York, United States

► SCOPE: Promoted to acting COO, leading software B2B SaaS company offering governance and eDiscovery software and services. Led strategic operations during rapid growth to 100+ employees. Oversaw team of 75 with 8 direct reports across 5 business units. Defined project scope and managed budget, communicating guidance and instruction to direct reports. Fostered business development, growth culture, and thought leadership to drive performance, evaluating team and operations success through data and metrics analysis. ● Relocated operations and offices within New Jersey and NYC (2013, 2016, 2019). Secured new office space and negotiated lease terms. Orchestrated office designs and buildouts with contractors, utilities and vendors. Relocated employees and equipment. ● Acquired and merged SiteLogic LLC, a litigation support services provider with 12 locations, into Rational Enterprise operations framework. Conducted due diligence and retained employees and clients. Onboarded staff and eliminated redundancy. ● Expanded new business and increased repeat business, leveraging long-standing industry relationships. Established trust in clients and peers. ● Built new operations hub in London, England (2018). Established new client base by introducing eDiscovery and Information Governance products tailored to European market with different business practices, laws and privacy concerns than U.S. ● Reduced third-party expenses 80% via new product research and implementation, resource reallocation, and removal of outdated products, services and business practices. ● Transformed business operations and increased efficiency, reducing reliance on outstated and redundant third-party software.

New York, Ny

► SCOPE: Hired to lead client relationship-building, quickly rising to director role. Guided clients on GDPR compliance and information governance. Assumed role of SME in civil and criminal cases, providing testimony. Liaised with software development team on design strategy, catering to industry’s needs. Steered RFPs, lead generation, and strategic growth initiatives. ● Managed team of digital forensics specialists in preservation and collection of digital information. Guided development roadmap, identifying and prioritizing features of new eDiscovery software products in R&D. ● Delivered cost savings, adapting new technology including Amazon Web Services, Elasticsearch, and artificial intelligence into software product offerings. Decommissioned Oracle and onsite data centers, transitioning data hosting to cloud service providers. ● Appointed lead eDiscovery consultant for Attorney General of New York in 70+ lawsuits and investigations. Designed and implemented document management, information governance, and eDiscovery software systems for legal department of Starr Companies (secondary insurer with $30B assets) and Boies Schiller Flexner, prestigious US-based litigation firm. ● Conducted forensic data preservation and collection for now-defunct Theranos, Inc., leading to criminal charges and conviction of company’s founders. Oversaw team of 15 (client services and operations). ● Facilitated data hosting and management of digital information for 37 state Attorneys General investigating Volkswagen emissions scandal. Grew client base and project management from a few (2012) to 300+ in 3 years.

New York, Ny

► SCOPE: Practicing attorney in complex commercial litigation and employment law firm. Managed discovery process, including depositions; data preservation, collection, review, and production; industry expert witnesses; motions; research; and trial preparation. Appointed to trial team, representing multibillion-dollar hedge fund in three-week jury trial, obtaining dismissal of all claims brought against the fund and securing jury verdict of $3M in damages and attorneys’ fees in favor of the fund.

New York, Ny

► SCOPE: Developed branding materials, consulting on client growth and retention. Promoted specific practice areas, assembling content and materials for Chambers and Legal500. Steered launch of new firm-wide website and client portal.

Columbus, Ohio Area

► SCOPE: Represented clients in litigation and employment matters. Drafted and defended motions and briefs, performed legal research and writing. Conducted internal investigations, arbitrations, and client training sessions. Participated in new attorney recruitment.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bachelor Of Music, Voice Performance

Activities and Societies: University of Michigan Men's Glee Club