Litigation, risk management, and compliance attorney with experience in-house and as a partner at Morrison & Foerster. Skilled in managing complex matters and understanding business aspects of legal issues. Won a California Attorney of the Year award for obtaining a complete defense verdict in the trial of a $20 billion securities class action. Led internal investigations into alleged financial fraud, FCPA violations, and other purported misconduct. Defended class actions, securities, and antitrust suits. Counseled clients about compliance and corporate governance. Now helping law firms prevent claims by advising them about ethics and risk management, developing compliance policies, and delivering training presentations to practice group leaders, lawyers, and staff. Admitted to Illinois and California bars.
Listed skills include Class Actions, Internal Investigations, Competition Law, Corporate Governance, and 15 others.