Executive Summary
This candidate is an accomplished employment law attorney with extensive experience in private practice and government roles. They bring a unique blend of litigation, compliance, and advisory expertise.
Their background includes handling various employment matters, from executive compensation and separation agreements to complex workplace compliance and regulatory issues. They have a proven ability to counsel executives, HR teams, and corporate leadership on best practices while mitigating legal risks and ensuring regulatory adherence.
With a strong foundation in employment litigation, they have successfully defended organizations before federal and state regulatory bodies, including the EEOC and DOJ. Their ability to develop legal strategies, manage employment disputes, and oversee compliance programs makes them a highly valuable asset to any organization. Notably, their leadership experience overseeing employment law teams and managing high-volume caseloads demonstrates their ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining a solution-oriented approach.
This candidate's academic achievements further solidify their expertise. They graduated in the top 25% of their class and earned recognition for their exceptional legal writing skills. Their ability to bridge legal complexities with practical business solutions makes them an ideal candidate for a law firm or in-house counsel role focusing on employment law, executive agreements, and workforce regulatory matters.
Education & Experience
Maurer School of Law: Indiana University Bloomington
Juris Doctor
Texas A&M University
Master of Science, Human Resources Management
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Meeting or Exceeding Objectives
This candidate possesses a deep command of employment law, with a strong track record in employment counseling, regulatory compliance, and executive agreements. Their experience spans advising corporate leadership on complex workforce regulations, managing high-risk employment disputes, and ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and Title VII.
Adept at navigating the intersection of employment law and corporate transactions, they have provided guidance on executive compensation structures, separation agreements, and the employment dimensions of mergers and acquisitions (M&A)—key competencies for this role. Their ability to analyze statutory and regulatory frameworks, develop compliance strategies, and mitigate legal risks demonstrates their value as a strategic advisor to businesses navigating evolving employment laws.
Beyond advisory work, this candidate has successfully represented employers before federal agencies and courts, managing employment-related litigation, overseeing discovery processes, and drafting persuasive legal arguments. Their leadership in employment law teams, coupled with their ability to collaborate across departments, ensures seamless integration of employment compliance strategies within broader corporate operations.
Their experience in both government and private practice equips them with a well-rounded perspective on employer obligations, enforcement actions, and best practices for risk management. With a history of leading employment law teams, mentoring attorneys, and developing internal policies to strengthen compliance, they are well-positioned to excel in a role requiring sophisticated employment counseling and litigation expertise.
Location and Travel
Seeking a role in the DMV area.