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Dow JonesAssistant General Counsel, Privacy
Jun. 2023London, England, United KingdomData Protection Officer for EMEA region Assist with global privacy function initiatives such as privacy awareness, accountability, compliance and direct business support regarding privacy issues. Including fostering a data protection culture within the organization.
IGTAssistant General Counsel - International Data Privacy
Apr. 2021 - Mar. 2023London, England, United KingdomPart of worldwide data privacy team.
Leading IGT's privacy program in UK and Europe (excluding Italy)
Supporting the international Legal Team with contract review and negotiation of data privacy related matters
Promontory Financial Group, an IBM CompanyPrincipal
Mar. 2020 - Apr. 2021Lead and manage project workstreams for successful, evolving, and high-quality deliverables.
Assist in the development and maintenance of a central repository of privacy knowledge including becoming familiar with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and advising clients on becoming compliant. Conduct comparative law analysis between GDPR and other applicable laws such as NY Cybersecurity Law, Data Protection Authority Guidance and German Works Council negotiations.
Developed and led team for the delivery of Cross Border Data Movement (International Data Transfers) re-quirements matrix which provides a country level view of requirements needed for movement across geo-political borders.
Promontory Financial Group, an IBM CompanyAssociate
Mar. 2017 - Mar. 2020Greater New York City AreaConducted GDPR assessment, assisted in development of Privacy Target Operating Models for BAU, and conducted several interviews with stakeholders throughout the business levels for the development of GDPR records of processing. Developed approach and delivery of Cross Border Data Movement (International Data Transfers) requirements matrix which provides a country level view of requirements needed for movement across geo-political borders. Work with stakeholders to develop central repository of legal artifacts that evidence compliance and develop a residual compliance risk matrix based on this internal review and data gathering.
De Novo LegalProject Manager, eDiscovery and Regulatory Compliance Attorney
Oct. 2014 - Mar. 2017Greater New York City AreaUsing previous knowledge and skills to specialize in managing, and assisting in managing, projects for the commercial business and banking industry as well as other business related regulatory compliance. - Conduct extensive legal and business research to produce excellent work product - Assisted with the review and analysis of contractual language in connection with contractual litigation and internal audit - Assisted in the internal business investigation of practices and procedures in compliance with Federal and State laws.
- Comprehend complex legal issues and relay information to all relevant individuals in verbal and written format
- Collaborate with other project managers to drive completion of projects within the right balance of cost, time, scope and quality by managing project progress, identifying roadblocks and suggesting efficient solutions
- Familiar and proficient with several eDiscovery tools such as Relativity and Documatrix
UBSLegal Business Analyst
Aug. 2013 - Aug. 2014London, United KingdomWork in the UBS Group Legal and Compliance IT, Contracting & Shared Services Legal Team encompassing: IT; Supply and Demand Mangement; Intellectual Property; Offshoring and Outsourcing; Data Management and Protection; and Corporate Real Estate. Two main aspects of this position focused on Data Management and Protection (Privacy Law) as well as contract templating/wording for UBS agreements. - Assist with legal research, including international and multi-jurisdictional issues - Advise on legal issues, in particular regarding privacy and outsourcing isues - Interact with stakeholders in the Legal & Compliance function in all the Business Divisons such as Investment Bank, Global Asset Management and Wealth Management, in particular focusing on countries in EMEA territory.
Legal Services of New JerseyTax Legal Assistance Program - Attorney
Jan. 2013 - Aug. 2013Edison, NJProvided assistance to low-income New Jersey residents with federal tax debt and other legal issues involving the Internal Revenue Service. -Conducted research on Tax code and Tax case law -Negotiated directly with IRS on behalf of representatives -Drafted IRS correspondence and legal documents, specifically focusing on Offers-in-Compromise and Innocent Spouse relief requests -Conducted intial and followup interviews with potential and current clients -Liased between the tax payer and IRS via conference calls
Penn State UniversityPart Time Attorney
Nov. 2011 - Mar. 2013State College, Pennsylvania Area-Conduct general practice tasks with a concentration on landlord-tenant, contract, and business-related cases. These tasks included: Oral arguments in Magisterial District Court, written arbitration, client intakes and drafting agreements. -Proficient use of Footprints, case management system, and Dragon Dictation for efficient office results and remotely working using Microsoft Office software. -Perform educational outreach duties including drafting educational materials for student use.
Penn State UniversityStudent Legal Assistant at the Office of Student Legal Services
Jun. 2010 - Apr. 2011Developed and published a general learning module on Landlord-Tenant law.
-Researched and produced code of conduct materials for the office. -Researched and communicated legal issues
LexisNexisStudent Representative
Aug. 2009 - Aug. 2011Fully trained to use the Lexis online research services providing fellow law students with free support and assistance in using Lexis service tools. -Assisted in research and training to best maximise search results. -Trained students and professors in the use of the Lexis tools.
-Designed, promoted, and implemented trainings targeted to law students. -Conducted marketing events to promote awareness and understanding of Lexis service tools.
United States Bankruptcy CourtLegal Intern
Jun. 2009 - Aug. 2009Middle District P.A., The Honorable Judge Opel, II-Provided assistance to the Judge and Law Clerk in researching legal issues, making legal determinations and drafting opinions.
-Produced Legal memorandums regarding bankruptcy law and occasionally included property, tax, and fraud case law.
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