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I focus exclusively on attorney searches with law firms and corporations nationally, across industries and practice areas. I can discreetly assist your company/firm with a confidential search, find candidates that match your parameters, or help you explore other legal opportunities for yourself.

I focus exclusively on attorney searches with law firms and corporations in Texas. I work directly with AmLaw and boutique law firms, and publicly-traded and privately-held companies across a range of industries, including financial services, technology, healthcare, pharmaceutical, retail, manufacturing, automotive, chemicals, insurance, hospitality, consumer products, and direct marketing. I also provide consulting services to corporate legal departments who are considering adding or reducing headcount or restructuring their departments, and to assist with talent retention initiatives. I can discreetly assist your company/firm with a confidential search, find candidates that match your parameters, or help you explore other legal opportunities for yourself.

Austin, Texas Area

Kenguru, Inc. designed an electric vehicle built for people to drive from their wheelchairs, affording great independence to people with limited transportation options. As co-founder and President, project managed every aspect of the business.  In charge of fundraising; raised over $5,000,000 and successfully managed funds  Handled all marketing communications; landed attention in TIME Magazine, AOL.com, Oprah Magazine, the New York Times, Upworthy, the Huffington Post, and dozens of other print and online news sources As in-house counsel, negotiated and drafted contracts, licenses, and fundraising instruments, reviewed acquisition documents, and dealt with compliance issues and due diligence Managed engineers through multiple design iterations for contract manufacturing and established facility partially funded by City based incentives  Responsible for all investor communications; maximized value for investors by selling the company

Accessibility Professionals AssociationAnnual ConferenceJanuary 21, 2016Keynote – “The Unseen Disabilities of Architecture”USBLN (Business Leadership Network)Annual National ConferenceOctober 1, 2015Closing Plenary Session Panel – “A View From the Top: Business Leaders with Disabilities Breaking the Chrome Ceiling”Naval Postgraduate School: Center for Homeland Defense and Security Master’s Program June 15, 2015Special Topics in American Government for Homeland Security: “Framing the Discourse” (Plenary)US Department of TransportationRoundtable with Secretary FoxxApril 24, 2015Beyond Traffic Roundtable: “A Discussion about the Future of our Nation’s Transportation System”University of Texas LAMP (Learning Activities for Mature People)Seminar January 28, 2015Guest Speaker “Kenguru: Making The Dream of Mobility and Independence A Reality – Worldwide”Texas Conference for Women Annual ConferenceNovember 13, 2014Panel “Transitions and Risk Taking: Lessons Learned While Becoming Brave”Camp For AllAustin Cultivation Event May 16, 2014Guest Speaker “Camp for Children with Disabilities: Cultivating Independence, Self-Esteem, and Making Memories” Defense Energy Annual Innovation Summit and ShowcaseNovember 13, 2013Present Kenguru to VIP groupTexas Downtown AssociationTexas Downtown Development and Revitalization Conference November 6, 2013Opening Plenary “Overcoming Obstacles to Entrepreneurship”State Department 30 ambassadors worldwide visit Capital FactoryMay 13, 2013Present KenguruPresident ObamaVisit at Capital Factory May 9, 2013Present Kenguru

Austin, Texas Area

Daffer McDaniel, LLP, a boutique intellectual property law firm, managed new ideas in technology and assisted clients to make the best intellectual property decisions to meet their business goals. Project managed discovery efforts in 5 high-tech, high stakes patent litigation cases In charge of motion practice for team of 3 engineer attorneys, including Markman hearings Argued before the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals and drafted a petition to the U.S. Supreme Court for a pro bono case

Austin, Texas Area

Responsible for half of Magistrate Judge Pitman’s civil docket; research and writing necessary for reports and recommendations to District Judges and Judge Pitman’s orders; preparation necessary for hearings and trials.

Austin, Texas Area

Assisted with medical negligence trial preparation; client contact; drafted pleadings and motions; research and draft memos on topics including contracts, international environmental mass torts, civil procedure, evidence, and ERISA.

Austin, Texas Area

Coordinated Houston Americans with Disabilities Act Campaign; client contact; investigation; drafted complaints, other pleadings, and discovery; potential client evaluations through intake.

Austin, Texas Area

Researched and wrote grant funded section to Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities’ legislatively mandated Biennial Report on personal assistance services; responsible for successful CTD originated bill, H.B. 1621, relating to the representation of the transportation disadvantaged; efforts included meeting individually with staff members of legislators, testifying, researching talking points, and drafting the legislation; prepared materials for publications, board meetings, and delegate assemblies; contributed to fundraising efforts, including grant writing.

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Activities and Societies:  Dean’s Achievement Award, Highest Grade in Federal Courts, Fall 2004  Participant in Baron & Budd Mock Trial.

Bachelor’S Degree, Philosophy And Psychology

Activities and Societies:  Psychology Departmental Honors  Psychology Thesis  Student Government