Objective
I am pursuing opportunities as a senior officer or general counsel. In those capacities, I can assist a company in mitigating risks, reducing costs and transacting business development opportunities.
Experience
Senior maritime attorney and business development executive with over 15 years of experience managing domestic and international business transactions and negotiating complex agreements regarding commercial, admiralty, and multimodal transportation law. Adept at advising corporations on business opportunities, insurance issues, cost-saving strategies and international commercial agreements. Expertise includes international business and law, joint ventures, strategic alliances, contract negotiation, mediation and dispute resolution, litigation, oral and written communication, relationship management, and risk mitigation. Dedicated to leading legal and project teams that consistently exceed expectations.
Education
Diploma, International Maritime Law with Honors, 1999
University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Juris Doctor, 1995
Seton Hall Law School, Newark, NJ
Bachelor of Arts, English, 1991
Internship Program in London
Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA
Certification
Proctor of Admiralty Law
Member, Marine Torts and Casualties Subcommittee
Member, Stevedores, Marine Terminals and Vessel Services Committee
United States Maritime Law Association, 1996 – Present
Certified Civil Mediator, State of New Jersey
Skils
I lived in Olso, in Norway, and worked as an in-house counsel at Skuld Protection & Indemnity Club for two years. I strongly desire to return to work Europe. Currently, I am a senior maritime attorney with over 15 years experience conducting domestic and international commercial transactions. As the Managing Partner, of a law firm, I have negotiated and drafted multi-million dollar international joint venture agreements and I have resolved hundreds of disputes worldwide. I am experienced in presenting opportunities to senior management, and I teach as an Adjunct Professor of Admiralty Law in two law schools.
Senior maritime attorney and business development executive with over 15 years of experience managing domestic and international business transactions and negotiating complex agreements regarding commercial, admiralty, and multimodal transportation law. Adept at advising corporations on business opportunities, insurance issues, cost-saving strategies and international commercial agreements. Expertise includes international business and law, joint ventures, strategic alliances, contract negotiation, mediation and dispute resolution, litigation, oral and written communication, relationship management, and risk mitigation. Dedicated to leading legal and project teams that consistently exceed expectations.