-Advise McKesson’s diverse business units through, public and private, domestic and international acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures, closing global transactions valued at over $10 Billion. -Counsel executives, business unit partners and subject matter experts to strategically drive deals, emphasizing a practical, business-focused approach. -Negotiate complex terms with sophisticated opposing counsel protecting Company interests. -Draft, review and advise on agreements, including confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, definitive agreements, joint ventures, operating agreements and employment documents. -Oversee seasoned internal and external legal teams (corporate, tax, labor/employment, benefits, real estate, IP, privacy, compliance and regulatory) emphasizing timely, well-reasoned, creative and cost-effective advice. -Served as a national board member of McKesson’s employee resource group, leading cross-functional talent initiatives that tripled program offerings, providing employees stretch opportunities that enhanced talent development, boosted engagement, and fostered a "One McKesson" mindset, all while achieving cost savings.-Increased legal engagement, encouraged candid conversations and prioritized diversity and inclusion on the General Counsel Organization’s Engagement Committee.-Employee Recognition Committee member, responsible for creating program rewarding exemplary work within the Corporate Governance and Transactions team (CGT).-Manage CGT's quarterly legal spend forecast for submission to business unit presidents, and McKesson’s CFO and CEO.-Noted for work ethic, attention to detail, positive attitude, team focus and ability to deliver results resulting in 5 promotions in 10 years with McKesson, a Fortune 10 Company.

- Advise a multi-business, nationwide team on creditor rights, secured transactions and bankruptcy issues. - Review, negotiate and draft agreements; safeguarding company interests. - Manage global network of contacts to efficiently accomplish company projects. Identify and advise on legal aspects of business process improvements. - Oversee company-wide bankruptcy exposure. - Assist acquired companies with the transition to standard McKesson legal processes to facilitate successful integration.

Negotiated with opposing attorneys and paralegals to achieve client objectives. Researched various legal issues and drafted communications explaining those issues to non-attorney audience. Prepared and filed Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcy petitions.

Oversaw ten legal interns and provided advice and guidance on issues such as entity formation, contracts, copyrights, trademarks, business licenses and permits, as well as state sales and use tax appeals. Ensured that legal interns properly handled cases. Updated supervising attorneys on progress of cases and interns work product. Participated in weekly meetings reviewing cases and analyzing various legal issues faced by clients.

Researched Chapter 7, Chapter 11, & Chapter 13 issues relating to post-petition financing, hidden assets, property of the estate, disclosure statements, plan confirmation and case reopening. Drafted motions, including summary judgment motion, motion to dismiss and statement of facts, assisted in discovery and attended court hearings.

Researched Chapter 7, Chapter 11, & Chapter 13 issues relating to creditor/debtor rights including relief from stay, contested plan confirmation, preferred and fraudulent transfers, non-dischargeability actions, and lien stripping. Drafted orders, bench memos, recommendations, reports, and final decisions. Prepared for and attended motion hearings, trials, and meetings in chamber.

Researched Chapter 7, Chapter 11, & Chapter 13 issues relating to creditor/debtor rights including relief from stay, contested plan confirmation, lien stripping, priming loans, UCC, and MERS. Drafted orders, bench memos, recommendations, reports, and final decisions.

Researched various trust and estate issues relating to trust and probate administration, including the cy pres doctrine, employment contracts, and voting trusts. Drafted legal memoranda, briefs, advisory client letters, reports, and recommendations.

Interviewed potential clients and provided advice regarding choice of entity, contract drafting and review, intellectual property, 501(c)(3) non-profits, and trade secret protection.

Managed, maintained, and accounted for more than $7 million in revenue and prepared financial statements; Processed over $100,000 in weekly payroll and associated taxes; Maintained and reconciled ledger entries, invoiced customers, and maintained respective accounts receivable; Managed office staff to ensure positive and successful work environment; Implemented new billing and payment procedures and other efficiency-related strategies resulting in $150,000 savings.