PROFILE: Accomplished legal counsel and specialist with a career history of achievement providing outstanding legal support, guidance and operations oversight expertise to high profile entities in multimillion-dollar initiatives. Adept in both the public and private sectors at achieving repeated success developing mutually beneficial relationships for a diverse array of clients. Demonstrated capability negotiating winning scenarios in critical business deals. Recognized for analytical skill with a high degree of accuracy, and leading experienced multitask teams. Exemplary leadership and team building skills that excel in high volume fast paced environments. Partnership with agency contracting officers to achieve proficient contract management, developed RFPs, managing vendors relationships, reviewed bid submissions and contract specifications for compliance while working in the contract law section of a large federal agency * Federal agency managed nationwide construction program requiring compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FAR). Applied research and litigation skills to advise senior managers on compliance issues. Recovered substantial funds in contract disputes Negotiated interagency agreement for hazardous waste removal Coordinated with Department of Interior staff concerning Endangered Species Act compliance Achieved 80% win rate in cases presented to board of contract appeals * International oil company operated in a highly competitive, complex regulatory setting. Conducted business negotiations, drafted contracts, and advised senior management with discretion on environmental compliance and contract management. Traveled to high-profile federal lease sales for the company and closed multimillion dollar lease purchases for company's offshore exploration program. Negotiated with EPA and state agencies to obtain offshore drilling permits * Administering high volume digital bankruptcy database with 95% accuracy in support of international bank's deposit operations. Advised bank staff on bankruptcy procedures Drafted client, lawyer and court staff communications. Provided company recognized customer service by telephone in fast-paced, diverse environment that required daily multitasking and detail orientation. * Diverse clientele needed legal representation in a variety of legal forums. Operated legal practice that included maintaining accurate business and client records Coordinated support personnel while resolving stressful legal problems. Interacted professionally and effectively with public, private attorneys, and government officials often while under pressure. An active practice required prioritization of work and ability to multi-task as well as handle administrative details * Management consulting firm needed experienced communicator with poised, professional demeanor and willingness to engage other professionals in training program. As an independent contractor trained employees in complex federal procurement regulation for management consulting firm's clients in seminars hosted in various cities of the U.S.

Highlights:

• Compliance
• Hazardous Waste
• Procurement
• Research
• Sales
• Landscaping
• Management
• Probate
• Professional Services
• Real Estate