Lumen is a multinational technology company that empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their data, quickly adopt game-changing technologies that will revolutionize their business operations, and seamlessly deliver digital innovations that redefine our everyday lives. Opportunities like this need an advanced application delivery architecture—designed specifically to handle the complex, data-intensive workloads of next-gen technology and businesses. We integrate network assets… Show more Lumen is a multinational technology company that empowers organizations to unlock the full potential of their data, quickly adopt game-changing technologies that will revolutionize their business operations, and seamlessly deliver digital innovations that redefine our everyday lives. Opportunities like this need an advanced application delivery architecture—designed specifically to handle the complex, data-intensive workloads of next-gen technology and businesses. We integrate network assets, cloud connectivity, security solutions and voice and collaboration tools into one platform that enables businesses to leverage their data and adopt next-generation technologies. Lumen brings together the talent, experience, infrastructure and capabilities of leading technology companies to address the dynamic data needs of next-generation applications. Show less

Manage all legal and contracts activity. Support and counsel BOD and executive leadership in all matters critical to the organization.

Hands-on legal advice in the areas of government contract law and related subcontract and commercial contract law including government compliance, IP/technology, licensing agreements, vendor contracts, etc. Responsibilities include identifying risks and providing subsequent mitigation strategies, supporting complex transactions and providing expertise in the areas of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Proactively engages with stakeholders and serves as in-house counsel with respect to… Show more Hands-on legal advice in the areas of government contract law and related subcontract and commercial contract law including government compliance, IP/technology, licensing agreements, vendor contracts, etc. Responsibilities include identifying risks and providing subsequent mitigation strategies, supporting complex transactions and providing expertise in the areas of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Proactively engages with stakeholders and serves as in-house counsel with respect to government contracting and regulatory affairs. Provides counsel and support to management on government and regulatory matters affecting the company’s new business sales and existing contracts. Resident expert on Federal procurement matters. Drafts and files claims regarding equitable adjustments and protests to GAO Drafts and updates company policy pertaining to government contracting and federal policy Manages and provides legal counsel on all types of government contacts including: firm fixed price, cost plus fixed fee and time and materials. Show less

Managed the legal office and acts as advisor to the contracts department of mid sized defense integrator. Responsible for anticipating legal risks in connection with the company's contracting activities and developing strategies and solutions for mitigating such risks. Day to day legal duties include drafting letters on A/R matters, cease and desist orders, drafting promissory notes, non-compete, non-solicitation agreements. Draft, review, and negotiate terms of software service agreements… Show more Managed the legal office and acts as advisor to the contracts department of mid sized defense integrator. Responsible for anticipating legal risks in connection with the company's contracting activities and developing strategies and solutions for mitigating such risks. Day to day legal duties include drafting letters on A/R matters, cease and desist orders, drafting promissory notes, non-compete, non-solicitation agreements. Draft, review, and negotiate terms of software service agreements, licenses, and related contracts/subcontracts. Day to day contractual advisor reviewing and negotiating prime contracts, sub-contracts, teaming agreements and proposals. Manage all types of government contacts including: firm fixed price, cost plus fixed fee and time and materials. Lead member of acquisitions team; handles due diligence on corporate governance, risk, IP, disputes, etc. In House ITAR/EAR and IP expert. Intimate knowledge of all relevant Federal Acquisition Regulations. Monitoring of claims, litigation and supervision of outside counsel. Ethics and compliance officer and advisor; makes recommendations to the CEO on the legal, business and ethical duties of the organization. Show less

Supervised the legal and contract departments of a multi-billion dollar international organizationMember of leadership team guiding the future of the organization. Managed staff who provided quotes, reviewed and submitted outstanding claims and A/R issues that entailed reviewing contracts. Managed all types of government contacts including: firm fixed price, cost plus fixed fee and time and materials. Kept organization on the GSA schedule initiating modifications and renewals.… Show more Supervised the legal and contract departments of a multi-billion dollar international organizationMember of leadership team guiding the future of the organization. Managed staff who provided quotes, reviewed and submitted outstanding claims and A/R issues that entailed reviewing contracts. Managed all types of government contacts including: firm fixed price, cost plus fixed fee and time and materials. Kept organization on the GSA schedule initiating modifications and renewals. Negotiated with many federal agencies, including foreign governments to protect intellectual property rights and mitigate risk. Involved in mergers in acquisition strategies. Designated empowered official for the organizations export licensing requirements. Show less

Judge Advocate General (JAG) offices in Japan and Washington DC. Supervision of JAG office staff, office management and the drafting of formal legal documentation and correspondence. 8th and I Washington DC served Commandant for ceremonial unit as a Congressional and Senate Liaison. Various military citations and awards. Expert Rifleman, SOI, etc.