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Eugene, Or, Us

Eugene, Oregon, United States

Solo in-house counsel for BHS Group of Companies, a worldwide leader in design, engineering, manufacturing and installation of sorting systems and components for the solid waste, recycling, waste-to-energy, and construction and demolition industries providing advice in all aspects of the company's operations and governance.

Bentonville, Arkansas

Defended litigation portfolio of up to 500+ cases reserved at more than $20 million. Conducted more then 100 meditations per year. Reduced spend per case year-over-year. Vetted, hired and supervised outside counsel teams across the United States. Reviewed company policies and advised executives and management on risk areas and compliance gaps.

Drafted international and domestic contracts for service providers in the US, South America and Asia. Partnered with investors and non-governmental organizations regarding environmental and safety initiatives for international suppliers. Investigated allegations of supply chain abuse and managed crisis communications. Ensured international and domestic grant contract compliance with company policy and federal law. Spearheaded technology solution to track communication timeline and content with strategic partners across multiple corporate functions.

Led legal integration and corporate re-organization of $1 billion Chinese acquisition. Provided unionization training to executives and store managers in China. Developed strategy and corporate structure for Walmart’s entry into India. Creatively resolved novel legal issues to achieve business objectives, including operationalizing Walmart's franchise relationship with Indian partner. Selected and trained General Counsels for Asia region, as well as foreign outside counsel. Developed anti-corruption training and delivered to international executives and line managers.

Complex commercial, construction defect, real property, intellectual property, consumer protection, and international licensing litigation. Counseled executives and management on legal risks and compliance.

Palo Alto / Menlo Park, California

Intellectual property and complex commercial litigation. Defended corporate governance disputes, including SEC investigations, allegations of securities fraud, and breach of fiduciary duties by board of directors.

Honolulu, Hawai'I

Complex commercial, intellectual property infringement, construction, and real property litigation.

Honolulu, Hawai'I

Llm, International, Comparative And Foreign Law, Honors

Juris Doctor, Law, Honors

Bachelor’S Degree, International Studies, Magna Cum Laude; Phi Beta Kappa, Departmental Honors