Justice Rines - Attorney/Business Advisor, Rose Lane, LLC

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Work Background

Self-employedLegal and Business Advisor

Nov. 2023 - Nov. 2023New England · RemoteHeavily Regulated Industries, Cannabis, Hemp, CPG, Early Stage Fundraising, Executive and Board Support, Intellectual Property.

NEK Holdings, LLCCCO/Gen. Counsel

Oct. 2019 - Nov. 2023Eliot, Maine

Sweet Dirt Inc.COO

Jun. 2019 - Oct. 2019Eliot, MaineSkills: Metrc · Creative Problem Solving · Corporate Structure · Sensitive Issues · Securities Regulation · Leadership · Legal Issues · Legal Document Preparation · Consumer Goods · Commercial Contracts

Sweet Dirt Inc.Chief Compliance Officer

Sep. 2018 - Jun. 2019Eliot, MESkills: Metrc · Creative Problem Solving · Corporate Structure · Sensitive Issues · Securities Regulation · Leadership · Legal Issues · Legal Document Preparation · Consumer Goods · Commercial Contracts

Ascentage Law, PLLCOf Counsel

Jan. 2018Portsmouth, New HampshireSkills: Due Diligence · Creative Problem Solving · Corporate Structure · Sensitive Issues · Securities Regulation · Legal Issues · Legal Document Preparation · Consumer Goods · Commercial Contracts · Entrepreneurship · Start-ups · Intellectual Property · Licensing · Corporate Law · Small Business · Microsoft Office · Microsoft Word · PowerPoint · Contract Negotiation · Strategic Partnerships · Data Privacy · Cannabis Law · Cannabis · Corporate Governance · Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Ascentage Law, PLLCAssociate Attorney

May. 2015 - Jan. 2018Portsmouth, NH - Cambridge, MABoutique intellectual property and Licensing firm providing legal services primarily to early and mid-stage software and technology companies. Responsible for bringing in 30% of my workload into the firm and consistently meet or exceed related billing and other targets. Software and SaaS Licensing, content and software development and co-development agreements, branding and marketing arrangements, commercial contracts, data privacy and security, data sovereignty, e-commerce, web and social media issues (particularly with respect to trade secret and IP matters). Trademarks, copyrights, trade secret counseling, strategy & policy creation and implementation (including employee agreements, HR procedures and the like). Limited experience with seed funding and early round investment agreements, including SEC exemption filings. Firm business and client development and management.

Ascentage Law, PLLCLaw Clerk

Dec. 2014 - May. 2015Portsmouth, NH - Cambridge, MASupport Portsmouth, NH partner in boutique intellectual property and licensing practice. Trademark, licensing and client development support. Responsible for bringing in funded SaaS start-up client (>$40,000 in billing to date).

Ascentage Law, PLLCLegal Resident

Aug. 2014 - Dec. 2014Portsmouth, NHSupport Portsmouth, NH partner in boutique intellectual property and licensing practice. Stay abreast of data security, privacy and sovereignty issues. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and techniques for driving firm business development. Trademark, licensing and client development support.

Ascentage Law, PLLCLegal & Business Development Intern

Feb. 2014 - Aug. 2014Portsmouth, NH - Cambridge, MASupport Portsmouth, NH partner in boutique intellectual property and licensing practice. Research and report to partner on data security, privacy and sovereignty issues. Research and report to partner on emerging technologies and techniques for driving firm business development.

Consumer Contracts Ratings Board (CCRB)Co-Founder

Sep. 2013 - Jan. 2015Concord, NHThe CCRB provides an automated tool for consumers to understand asymmetric, “take it or leave it” contracts they receive from merchants. The CCRB seeks to create a market for consumer contract terms by encouraging merchants to compete for consumers based on the quality of their contractual terms. My primary responsibilities include contract review, strategic positioning, and product and business development.

FIRST - For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & TechnologyStrategic Business Development Intern

Jun. 2013 - Sep. 2013Manchester, NHBest Practices and benchmarking analysis of national STEM and youth related non-profits. Reported to EVP of Development as to areas requiring improvement and recommend tactics.

EAGLE Labor Law Consortium - UNH MBA Corporate Consulting ProjectConsultant

May. 2013 - Jun. 2013Durham, NH - Cleveland, OHConsulted with seven boutique Employer Labor Law firms throughout the country to: Design and recommend organizational structure and target market. Establish marketing plan emphasizing core competencies and differentiators.

FirePoint Properties, LLCOwner/Manager

Jan. 2012 - Apr. 2019Hopkinton, NH - Portsmouth, NHGenerate increased positive cash flow by targeting, acquiring, renovating, and offering for sale or lease, multi-family and commercial properties in the New England Market. Increased inventory and revenue by nearly 60% in 24 months Current primary focus is the greater Concord & Portsmouth, NH areas. Real Estate Speculation in New England communities with high absorption rates.

Klein ChiropracticIndependent Marketing Consultant

Jun. 2010 - May. 2011New York, NYStreamlined patient data collection, CRM and implemented targeted marketing strategies via the web and social media.

Barneys New YorkAssistant Department Manager - Women's Accessories and Fine Jewelry

May. 2008 - May. 2010New York, NYEnsured inventory assortment and re-order of fast sell items through strong communication with store line and the buying organizations. Effectively managed store operations to provide patrons with a safe, and satisfying shopping environment; driving sales of more than $40 million. Completed strategy sessions in conjunction with in-store and merchandising teams to improve the competitive edge of the store. Administered monthly productivity results and drove the relationship building program for top, mid and emerging clients. Acting Department Manager from February 2010 – May 2010.

Sotti Records, LLCGeneral Manager

Jun. 2003 - May. 2008New York, NYContract negotiation Licensing negotiation and copyright management. Artist Development and promotion Tour management CFO; responsible for creating and executing budgets and timelines. Studio and Tour Management Develop and foster strategic alliances Press Liaison

Mohegan Sun CasinoEvent Technician

Apr. 2002 - Jun. 2003Uncasville, CTSupervised "Back-Line" equipment, stage proceedings, lighting and event production while serving as Liaison and diversity specialist supporting talent and production personnel.

Academy of Applied ScienceProject Manager

Sep. 1999 - Nov. 2009USA - UKTechnology invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship: Telepresence design, development, and integration Novel use of coded indicia for computer remote command Underwater research at Loch Ness, utilizing both optical and sonar technology Logistics Press correspondent