Founder of a Netherlands-based limited liability company specializing in providing interim legal services to multinational organizations. Management consulting, commercial and supplier-facing agreement drafting/negotiation, internal policy drafting, supporting client's functional business units (HR/Finance/IT/Marketing/Procurement). Notable former clients include Visa and Chassis Brakes.
Served as Corporate Counsel, providing strategic advice and support for Retail, Product/Merchandising, Marketing/Public Relations, IT, Finance, HR/Payroll and other internal departments. Drafted/reviewed agreements, negotiated with landlords, agents, distributors and other commercial third-parties. Managed corporate governance (drafting of board of director and shareholder resolutions, ensuring submission of appropriate filings to various governmental agencies) on behalf of the BV and its subsidiaries. Drafted terms and conditions for contests and other promotional activities undertaken by Marketing and Public Relations. Served as Project Manager for the implementation of a time management software application in Crocs' European Retail stores, resulting in an on-time solution delivery within 60% of allocated budget.
Served as In-House Counsel for the world’s largest direct seller of telecommunications services. Provide strategic advice to the company’s various business units. Manage the corporate governance and telecoms regulatory communications/filings on behalf of the BV and all European subsidiaries. Settle litigation and other disputes between commercial entities, customers and independent representatives. Draft and review numerous internal and commercial agreements. Utilize multi-lingual abilities and advanced problem-solving abilities in furtherance of all tasks.
License to practice law in New York
New York State Unified Court System
2008
Credential ID: 4550893
License to practice law - Washington, D.C.
D.C. Bar
2008
Credential ID: 978958