Houston, Texas, United States
-Provided recommendations on motions; attended oral arguments, hearings, trials, and settlement conferences. -Drafted informal trial memoranda for the Judge, including synopses of the issues. -Briefed Judge on various legal issues, including application of rules of civil procedure and evidence.
-Produced various documents to support the formation of new businesses. -Negotiated legal contracts and documents used by small businesses and non-profit organizations. -Delivered individualized legal advice regarding the implications and use of various contracts, leases, and other documents. -Prepared and submitted copyright and trademark applications
-Conducted research to author briefs and memoranda on environmental health and safety, complex products liability, data privacy, commercial and securities/compliance law. -Drafted advisory letters on antitrust, executive benefits and compensation, and contract matters. -Evaluated policies; negotiated and settled claims; provided executive support to GC and CEO.