Ross S. Howarth, Esq. Email & Phone Number

Clarence, NY

General practice with availability to perform freelance, contract and referral work with/for other law offices or as hired "in-house" counsel, including projects, contract review and negotiations, motion practice, court/hearing appearances, case-management and dispute resolution.

Elma, NY

• Provided in-house legal counsel to Steuben Foods and related businesses, reporting to the General Counsel, CEO and select senior management. Primarily provided legal support to Steuben Foods and EMPact America.
• Served in strategic leadership position and legal counsel for technologically advanced contract manufacturer and private label supplier of aseptically packaged and extended shelf life food and beverage products.
• Managed company’s legal affairs as needed, including corporate governance, marketing/advertising, negotiating customer, vendor and employee agreements, confidentiality agreements, regulatory and compliance issues.

Elma, NY

• As part of job responsibilities with Steuben Foods, which created and sponsored EMPact America, fulfilled all duties of Vice President and Director of Operations of EMPact America, including day-to-day activities and.
• Planned and carried out education and advocacy for local, state and national projects and programs, including all events and activities described on the organization's websites.
• Oversaw all organization branding, media assets, presentations, conferences, training, strategic alliances, government relations membership development, websites, promotions and sales.

Williamsville, NY

• Provided in-house legal counsel for all internal matters, reporting to the General Counsel and senior management of multiple North American operating corporations and business units. Primarily provided legal support to.
• Successfully managed a large work load, including completing key contract negotiations, managing outside counsel, and acting as sole counsel during restructuring.
• Earned regular merit increases, special recognition and additional bonuses.
• Successfully analyzed, drafted, and negotiated contracts, licenses, and businessarrangements, including key master agreements, blanket orders, and alliance agreements.
• Acted as a key business partner, promoting fast, efficient, and favorable resolutions of transaction issues while consistently meeting all legal and regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Developed, implemented, and managed contracts and insurance administration methods reducing the company's liability exposure while simultaneously helping to grow the business.

Rochester, New York Area

• Business attorney supporting multiple offices of full service law firm (Firm Size: 275+ attorneys). Member of General Business & Corporate, Intellectual Property & Technology, E-Business & Technology, and International.
• Successfully represented corporate clients in various matters related to business formation, governance, capitalization, finance, corporate clean up and maintenance, ongoing business matters, regulation, compliance.
• Analyzed, drafted, and negotiated sophisticated contracts, licenses, and business documents.
• Assisted clients with securities, capitalization, and recapitalization, including stock offerings, securities filings, debt facilities, promissory notes, guarantees, and distressed operation matters.
• Represented clients in mergers and acquisitions, including asset purchases and sales, corporate stock and limited liability company membership acquisitions, and merger agreements.
• Completed transactions involving purchases of commercial property, tax and financial incentives, zoning issues, joint ownership agreements, and leasing (commercial & residential).

Scottsdale, Arizona

Counseled management and mortgage professionals on laws and regulations related to the mortgage industry. Successfully managed a team of mortgage professionals within the company, including oversight of all business development, advertising, compliance, and transaction completion.

Rochester, New York Area

• Corporate attorney supporting main office of full service law firm. Member of Corporate, Technology, and Intellectual Property practice groups. Successfully represented a broad range of clients, including publicly.
• Assisted with corporate formation, general corporate matters, mergers, asset purchases, stock acquisitions, stock offerings and recapitalizations, preparation of stock option plans, eCommerce agreements, licensing and.
• Researched and provided legal advice on a broad range of issues, including broker-dealer, mortgage broker, and investment advisor registration, compliance, privacy notices, and referral compensation;
• Counseled clients regarding technology exporting and commerce issues, including analysis and application of the Uniform Commercial Code, United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR), FAR/DFAR, and.
• Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated contracts, as well as private and public company policies regarding compensation, consumer privacy, data retention and destruction, computer network and Internet use, theft.

Juris Doctor, Law - Focus On Corporate And Tax, N/A - Top 10% - Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: BUFFALO LAW REVIEW, Note and Comment Editor Certificate in Taxation Law, 1999CLERK/EXTERN POSITIONS (DURING LAW.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Criminal Justice And Sociology With Minor In Political Science, 3.95 - Summa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Criminal Justice Student Association (CJSA) Political Science and Pre-Law club Phi Beta Kappa Alpha Phi Sigma.

Associate In Applied Science (Aas), Criminal Justice, 3.9 - High Honors

Activities and Societies: Student Senator President, Criminal Justice Club Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society