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BWC TerminalsAssociate General Counsel
May. 2022Houston, Texas, United States
Camin Cargo Control Inc.Director of Human Resources
Aug. 2014Pasadena, Texas, United StatesI delivered regular and candid feedback to senior management to improve employee relations and organizational health. I oversaw maintenance of job descriptions and employee classification as per law. I resolved personnel issues in coordination with senior management. Familiar with all phases of employee lifecycle such as employment, dismissal, succession, performance, and compensation evaluation. Moreover, I acted as a sounding board for management to discuss difficult issues/concerns by utilizing a high level of discretion and decision-making abilities. Following are my key contributions:
• Successfully resolved operational and employment related claims with zero damages within set timelines, budgets, and resource constraints.
• Achieved 100% success in providing resolution of EEOC claims prior to litigation. • Conducted numerous internal investigations based on employee or hotline complaints to effectuate early resolution.
Camin Cargo Control Inc.General Counsel
Aug. 2010Pasadena, TexasIn this role, I collaborate with outside attorneys regarding the filing of court documents, arrangement of client interviews/depositions, and relationship maintenance with opposing counsel regarding status of pending cases. I supervise reporting of workers' compensation and act as a key point of liaison between carrier and company. I adhere to FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and other jurisdictional laws to sustain business and ensure operations operate within the confines of the law. I control internal inquiries regarding employment and compliance issues based on recruitment, performance appraisal, compensation, health and safety, and labor relations. I lead management training and provide consultation on employment issues, anti-trust, ethics, and litigation avoidance. I develop and analyze NDAs (Non-disclosure agreement), commercial leases, promissory note/confidentiality/master service/loan agreements, and other company contracts. Furthermore, I provide support in several mergers and acquisitions as well as implement purchasing and procurement functions to improve service delivery. I serve as company secretary for accurate documentation of corporate/board of director files and compliance. A significant selection of my key achievements includes:
• Served as compliance officer and assessed multi-national labor requirements by providing effective compliance recommendations and adhering to legal regulations of South America, UK, Canada, and Mexico.
• Negotiated favorable settlements within insurance coverage through delivery of exceptional services.
• Represented the Company in Collective Bargaining situations.
• Provided resolution of several FLSA, EEOC, ADA, FMLA, and other employee related lawsuits. • Established and implemented company policies , as well as developed training material for upper management regarding appointment, termination, discipline, and communication with staff along with drafting and upholding employee handbook.
Law Offices of Christopher BearesLaw Clerk
Sep. 2007 - Dec. 2010Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Ocean County Prosecutor's OfficeSummer Associate Law Clerk
May. 2007 - Aug. 2010Toms River, New JerseyDrafted Post Conviction Relief Motions;
Drafted Motions in Opposition to Suppress;
Argued Post Conviction Relief Motions;
Argued Municipal Appeals;
Aided in Discovery
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