Vinson & Elkins LLP
Industry: Law company
DescriptionVinson & Elkins LLP is an international law firm with approximately 700 lawyers worldwide headquartered in the First City Tower in Downtown Houston, Texas. Vault's 2018 and 2019 rankings placed V&E as the most prestigious firm in Texas and the #1 firm in the U.S. for Energy, Oil and Gas Law. Headquarters: Houston, TX Founded: 1917 Founders: James A. Elkins, William A. Vinson
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Vinson & Elkins LLP Employees
Realty Associates (Sponsoring Broker) September 2012 - Present
Lasso Enterprises LLC November 2012 - Present
ExxonMobil February 2011 - November 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2008 - February 2011
Education
Jones Graduate School of Business, Rice University 2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Real Estate
The University of Texas School of Law 2005 — 2008
J.D., Business/Commerce, General
Queen Mary, U. of London 2007 — 2007
Certificate of Commercial Law Studies, International Commerce
Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business 2001 — 2005
B.S.M., Business Law and Management
Universidad de Salamanca 2001 — 2001
Study Abroad Program, Spanish Language and Literature
The Kinkaid School 1993 — 2001
Middle School and High School
Trenam Kemker PA 2007 - Present
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP 2005 - 2007
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2004 - August 2004
Cornell University May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Executive Compensation, Deferred Compensation, Tax Law, Corporate Law, Private Equity, Executive Pay, Mergers
Education
Cornell Law School 2002 — 2005
JD
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1998 — 2002
BA, Economics, Political Science, Finance
Punahou School 1994 — 1995
MCHS
Independent Contractor April 2009 - Present
Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell 2005 - 2009
Giessel Barker & Lyman PC 2004 - 2004
Schweinle Parish & Lowerre 1996 - 2001
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1994 - 1996
McDermott Inc 1990 - 1993
Michael Curran & Associates 1989 - 1990
GSW Associates 1986 - 1990
Telecommunications Specialists, Inc. 1983 - 1986
Skills
Time Management, Budgets, Leadership, Access, Management, Legal Writing, Web Design, Microsoft Excel, Recruiting, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Administrative...
Education
Houston Community College 1981 — 1983
Education
Southwest Professional Institute
ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Studies
Paradigm October 2013 - Present
BMC Software November 1999 - October 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 1995 - June 1999
Skills
General Corporate..., Mergers & Acquisitions, Compliance, Litigation Management, Global Strategy, Intellectual Property, Software, Commercial Litigation, Software Licensing, Corporate Law, Legal Research, Litigation, Due Diligence, Corporate Governance, Licensing, Legal Writing, Contract Negotiation, Strategy
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1992 — 1995
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Duke University 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics
Latham & Watkins October 2012 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2010 - October 2012
McGladrey & Pullen August 2003 - July 2007
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Private Equity, Joint Ventures, IPO, Corporate Tax, Corporate Law, CPA
Education
Columbia University School of Law 2007 — 2010
J.D.
Texas A&M University - Mays Business School 2002 — 2003
M.S., Finance
Texas A&M University 1998 — 2002
B.B.A., Accounting
Second Baptist School 1984 — 1998
Latham & Watkins October 2014 - Present
Ms. JD July 2013 - May 2014
Center for Women in Law at The University of Texas School of Law August 2012 - February 2014
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2013 - August 2013
United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas May 2012 - July 2012
Our Children's House Baylor January 2010 - August 2011
Private January 2008 - May 2011
NSCS April 2010 - April 2011
Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison May 2010 - December 2010
Haircuts for Men May 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Westlaw Next Certified
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctorate, Honors, 2014
Southern Methodist University 2008 — 2011
B.S, Cum Laude, Economics with Financial Applications, 4.0
Southern Methodist University 2008 — 2011
B.A., Cum Laude, Public Policy
New York University 2007 — 2008
Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. June 2014 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2010 - June 2014
AFL CIO January 2006 - May 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2009 - 2009
Democratic National Committee May 2005 - January 2006
EMILY's List February 2004 - January 2005
UFCW November 2003 - January 2004
SEIU June 2003 - November 2003
U.S. House of Representatives May 2002 - August 2002
NALEO Educational Fund May 2001 - August 2001
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2006 — 2010
J.D.
Pomona College 1999 — 2003
B.A., International Relations; Politics
Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México 2002 — 2002
Politics, Art History
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board March 2011 - Present
Howrey LLP January 1999 - March 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 1991 - December 1998
Skills
Securities Litigation, Litigation, Trials, Commercial Litigation, Class Actions, White Collar Criminal..., Competition Law, Trial Practice, Fraud, Hearings, Securities, Enforcement, Internal Investigations, Civil Litigation, Government, Securities Regulation, Insurance, Arbitration, Appeals, Legal Research, Depositions, Litigation Support, FCPA, Expert Witness, Trade Secrets, Courts, Intellectual Property, Corporate Governance, Legal Writing, Patent Litigation, Criminal Law, Fraud Investigations
Education
University of Virginia School of Law 1987 — 1991
J.D., Law
University of Virginia - Darden Graduate School of Business Administration 1988 — 1991
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Duke University 1983 — 1987
B.A., Political Science, History
St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School 1972 — 1983
High School
Paul Hastings February 2015 - Present
Paul Hastings April 2014 - January 2015
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2006 - April 2014
Skills
Securities Offerings, Corporate Finance, Private Equity, Securities, IPO, Capital Markets, Mergers, Corporate Law, Energy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments, Divestitures, Venture Capital, Joint Ventures, Equities, Corporate Governance, Cross-border..., Securities Regulation
Education
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center 2003 — 2006
J.D., Law
Sewanee-The University of the South 1997 — 2001
B.A., English
St. Martin's
Woodberry Forest School
Bury, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Bury September 2013 - June 2015
Bury June 2006 - September 2013
St. Edward's University March 2011 - March 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 2001 - June 2006
TManage (acquired by MegaPath) 2000 - 2001
University Federal Credit Union August 1997 - January 2000
Resource One Credit Union 1994 - 1997
Skills
Customer Relations, Social Media, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Training, Learning Management, Curriculum Design, Training Delivery, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Business Coaching, Social Media Marketing, Management, Leadership, Marketing, Public Relations, Project Planning, Trade Shows, Online Marketing, Advertising, Team Leadership, New Business Development, Market Research, Business Development, Budgets, Program Management, Professional Mentoring, Mentoring
Education
Texas A&M University - Mays Business School 1982 — 1987
BBA, Marketing
St. Edward's University 2003 — 2005
MBA, Management
Lamar High School, Arlington, Texas 1980 — 1982
Vinson & Elkins LLP November 2011 - Present
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston November 2001 - November 2011
Skills
Organization, People-oriented, Secretarial Skills, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Access, Web Applications, PeopleSoft, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Payroll, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Training, Budgets, Financial Reporting, Employee Relations, Process Improvement, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Research, Recruiting
Education
San Jacinto College 2006 — 2008
Accounting Courses, Basics
South Houston High School 1978 — 1982
Yes, Diploma
The Phoenix Scholars September 2014 - Present
Stanford University March 2015 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2015 - September 2015
Aristotle Circle August 2013 - September 2014
Episcopal High School June 2012 - June 2014
Skills
Academic Tutoring, Public Speaking, Leadership, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Curriculum Development, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Teaching, Sales, Microsoft Word
Education
Stanford University 2014 — 2018
Bachelor's Degree, Economics, 3.7 GPA
Episcopal High School 2010 — 2014
4.6 GPA summa cum laude
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 2013 - Present
Kirkland & Ellis LLP May 2012 - August 2012
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois January 2012 - April 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2011 - July 2011
Morningstar May 2009 - July 2010
Morningstar July 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Research, Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Editing, Politics, Social Media, Westlaw, Litigation
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 2010 — 2013
JD
Northwestern University 2004 — 2008
BA, Political Science
Atkins O'Toole & Briner July 2011 - Present
Fiduciary Network 2007 - 2009
ABI 2005 - 2007
Undiscovered Managers, LLC 2000 - 2002
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1996 - 2000
The Dallas Morning News 1993 - 1995
Skills
Journalism, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Recruiting, Marketing, Alternative Investments, Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Manage Client..., Proposal Writing, News Writing, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Creative Strategy, Client Development, Grant Writing, Management, Analysis, Training, Due Diligence
Education
Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business 1997 — 1999
MBA
Southern Methodist University 1990 — 1992
BA, Journalism
University of Colorado Boulder 1988 — 1990
Theater
McDermott Will & Emery May 2012 - Present
Jones Graduate School of Business April 2013 - Present
American Bar Association Section of Antitrust Law 2011 - Present
Makhanga Hope Academy May 2015 - August 2015
Greenberg Traurig, LLP February 2006 - May 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP July 1977 - February 2006
Skills
Litigation, Antitrust, Arbitration, Legal Assistance, Energy, Insurance, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Financial Services, Accounting, Entertainment, Biotechnology, Pipelines, Airlines, Oilfield, Competition Law, Antitrust Law, Trial Practice, Business Litigation, International..., Trials, Class Actions, Consumer Law, Commercial Litigation, Joint Ventures, Securities Litigation, Intellectual Property, Unfair Competition, International Law, Trade Secrets, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Patent Litigation, Trademark Infringement, White Collar Criminal..., Legal Research, Corporate Governance, Alternative Dispute..., Administrative Law, Torts, Securities Regulation, Trademarks, Product Liability, Mediation, Copyright Law, Privacy Law, Dispute Resolution, Legal Writing, Courts, Licensing
Education
Columbia University School of Law 1974 — 1977
JD, Law, First in Class
Rice University 1971 — 1974
BA, Behavioral Science; Political Science, Summa Cum Laude
Kinder Morgan April 2014 - Present
Enable Midstream Partners, LP August 2011 - April 2014
Bracewell & Giuliani LLP August 2008 - July 2011
Pepco Holdings, Inc. November 2006 - August 2008
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2004 - November 2006
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2001 — 2004
Juris Doctorate, cum laude
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2013 — 2013
Graduate Certificate, Executive Leadership Development
The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business 2010 — 2011
Graduate Certificate, Energy Economics, Finance and Policy
University of Delaware 1997 — 2001
BA, Political Science, Criminal Justice
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP May 2006 - Present
Collier Shannon & Scott LLP (merged with Kelley Drye 2006) 1992 - 2006
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 1990 - May 1992
Int'l Trade Administration, U.S. Dept. of Commerce 1988 - 1990
Int'l Trade Administration, U.S. Dept. of Commerce 1986 - 1988
Covington & Burling LLP November 1982 - August 1986
Hon. Andrew A. Caffrey, Cheif Judge, US District Court, District of Massachusetts September 1981 - August 1982
Skills
Export Controls, International Trade, International Law, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Customs Regulations, Import, Export, Licensing, Appeals, Competition Law, Trademarks, Joint Ventures, Privacy Law, Courts, Arbitration, Public Policy, Corporate Law
Education
University of Virginia School of Law 1978 — 1981
JD, Law
College of the Holy Cross 1973 — 1977
BA, English
The Khabele School June 2015 - Present
Armbrust & Brown, L.L.P. October 2014 - April 2015
Armbrust & Brown, L.L.P. June 2013 - April 2015
HomeAway.com July 2010 - June 2013
HomeAway.com June 2008 - June 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2007 - July 2007
HEB July 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Salesforce.com, Email Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Social Media, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Facebook, Microsoft Office, E-commerce, Social Networking, Ethnography, Organization Skills, Strategic Thinking, Statutory Compliances, People Skills, Wildlife, Conflict Resolution, Local Government
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Geography
Austin Community College 2008 — 2010
Associate's Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Selzer Gurvitch, Attorneys at Law October 2013 - January 2015
ExpresSign October 2005 - October 2013
K12 Inc. 2001 - 2003
Ticketmaster 2000 - 2002
Loeb & Loeb LLP 1994 - 2000
Morgan Lewis & Bockius 1997 - 1998
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1992 - 1994
KPMG US 1986 - 1989
Skills
Real Estate, Corporate Law, Licensing, Intellectual Property, Corporate Governance, Litigation, Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Adobe Creative Suite, Contract Negotiation, Due Diligence, Start-ups, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Graphic Design, Mergers, Joint Ventures, Finance, Private Equity, Employment Law, Legal Writing
Education
Columbia University 1989 — 1992
JD
Baylor University 1982 — 1986
BBA, Accounting and Finance
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2008 - April 2012
Skills
Corporate Finance, Legal Research, Litigation
Education
Austin Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Legal Office Occupations
Hempstead High School
Vinson & Elkins LLP February 2013 - Present
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP August 2011 - February 2013
Skills
Real Estate Development, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Financing, Financial Modeling, Corporate Law, Strategic Planning, Private Equity, Management, Leadership, Strategy, Commercial Real Estate
Education
Stanford University Law School 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor
Yale University - Yale School of Management 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Brigham Young University 2003 — 2005
BS, Business
STP Travel July 2008 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1980 - 2010
NASA Johnson Space Center 1965 - 1979
Skills
Cruises, Group Cruises, Wedding Planning, Vacation, Leisure Travel, Travel Management, Tourism, Event Planning, Hospitality, Public Relations, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Negotiation, Outlook, Research, Training, Sales, IP Docket, Litigation, Event Management, Marketing, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Business Travel, Team Building, Leisure, Social Networking, Adventure Travel, Hotels, Honeymoons, Travel Planning, Incentive Travel, Tour Operators, Incentives, Meeting Planning, Car Rental, Disney Vacations, Resorts, Travel Insurance, Hotel Booking, Weddings, Google Groups, Hospitality Industry, Travel Agency
Education
Lee College
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2013 - Present
SMU Law Review Association August 2012 - May 2013
Figari & Davenport, L.L.P. July 2012 - August 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2012 - July 2012
Progressive Insurance September 2006 - January 2012
Progressive Insurance August 2003 - August 2006
Skills
Liability Analysis, Claim, Property & Casualty..., Insurance, Insurance Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Property Damage
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 2009 — 2013
Doctor of Law (JD)
Baylor University 1999 — 2003
BBA
Weinstein Tippetts & Little January 2014 - Present
San Jacinto College January 2012 - May 2013
Harrison Bettis Staff McFarland LLP June 2007 - December 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP April 2000 - June 2007
Porter & Hedges, LLP May 1998 - April 2000
Skills
Proficient in Spanish, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Litigation, Trade Secrets, Wrongful Death, Toxic Tort, Premises Liability, Breach Of Contract, Civil Litigation, Trademark Infringement, Torts
Education
Duke University School of Law 1995 — 1998
Juris Doctorate, Law
Brigham Young University 1990 — 1995
B.A., Economics
Auto Care Association September 2012 - Present
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP July 2008 - August 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2007 - July 2008
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP May 2005 - December 2006
Safer Foundation August 2003 - August 2004
Ewha American Language School August 2001 - July 2003
TD Waterhouse Investor Services July 2000 - July 2001
City Year Chicago (AmeriCorps) July 1999 - July 2000
Skills
International Trade, Export Controls, Leadership, Customs Regulations, FCPA, Foreign Affairs, Latin America, International Law, Internal Investigations, Corporate Governance, Courts, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Anti-corruption, Sanction, Import
Education
The George Washington University Law School 2004 — 2007
JD, Law
Denison University 1995 — 1999
BA, Political Science
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 2015 - Present
Wiley Rein LLP May 2000 - August 2015
US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit 2003 - 2004
US Court of Federal Claims 2001 - 2002
Skills
Government Contracts, Government Contracting, Government Procurement, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Internal Investigations, Mergers, Construction, Subcontracting, Litigation, Bid Protests, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Trade Secrets, Intellectual Property, Private Investigations, Administrative Law, Dispute, Courts, Government, Defense, Licensing, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Mergers & Acquisitions, Trials
Education
The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School 1998 — 2001
J.D.
The Johns Hopkins University 1992 — 1996
B.A., Political Science
George Mason University School of Law
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2013 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2012 - July 2012
New York County Defender Services May 2011 - July 2011
Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc. June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Research, Litigation, Westlaw, English, Criminal Law, Mandarin
Education
Columbia Law School 2010 — 2013
J.D., Law
Yale University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Wittliff Cutter, PLLC January 2014 - Present
Battani Law PLLC August 2013 - Present
Creative Action 2012 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP March 2012 - 2013
Battani Design LLC 2000 - 2012
fd2s 2007 - 2007
Chartreuse Art Studio 2003 - 2006
Portfolio Center 2000 - 2002
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP 1998 - 1999
Alston & Bird 1991 - 1998
Skills
Nonprofits, Litigation, Contemporary Art, Intellectual Property, Fine Art, Legal Writing, Start-ups, Licensing, Advertising, Art, Appeals, Graphic Design, Marketing, Copyright Law, Trademarks
Education
Portfolio Center 1999 — 2000
Graphic Design
Vanderbilt University Law School 1988 — 1991
JD
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
BS, Communications/Advertising-Design
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2014 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2013 - Present
The Supreme Court of Texas May 2011 - September 2013
Supreme Court of Texas August 2009 - May 2011
Baker Botts L.L.P. September 2005 - August 2009
Goldman Sachs July 2000 - June 2002
Skills
Corporate Law, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Courts, Civil Litigation, Trade Secrets, Intellectual Property, Appeals, Public Policy, Government
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2002 — 2005
J.D. with honors
Rice University 1996 — 2000
B.A., cum laude, Economics, Psychology, and Managerial Studies
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2012 - Present
McCombs School of Business 2009 - December 2012
Jackson Walker LLP 2007 - July 2011
Advanced Micro Devices 1995 - 2007
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1989 - 1995
Skills
Strategy, Intellectual Property, Leadership, Licensing, Corporate Law, Policy, Corporate Governance, Mergers, Litigation, Patent Litigation, Contract Negotiation, International Relations, Trade Secrets, Strategic Planning, Venture Capital, Patents, International Law, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Mediation, Environmental Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Writing, Copyright Law, Administrative Law, Due Diligence, Legal Assistance, Government, Partnerships, Start-ups, Securities Regulation, Trademarks, Joint Ventures
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1986 — 1989
J.D.
Cornell University 1983 — 1986
B.S.C.E.E., Civil and Environmental Engineering
Memorial Hermann Healthcare System 2012 - Present
Houston Metro Go Texan Committee-Katy, Subcommittee of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo 2005 - Present
Winkler Photography January 2000 - Present
BP October 2007 - December 2009
Relay for Life 2005 - 2009
Vinson & Elkins LLP July 1990 - June 2007
Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing 2014 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Texas Health School 2011 — 2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2011
BS, Business Management
ITT Technical Institute 1985 — 1986
Secretarial Legal Studies
New York Institute of Photography
Photography
Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP June 2010 - February 2014
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 1989 - May 2008
Skills
Oil Spill Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, E-filing, Civil Procedure, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, Appeals, Personal Injury, Law and Ethics, Business Law, Family Law, Real Estate, Tax, Wills, Probate, Courts, Legal Writing, Interviewing and..., Elite Webview, FileSite, Chrome River, InterAction, Change-Pro, DeltaView, Adobe, ProDoc, Tess, CMS Time, DTE, Concur, iManage, Interwoven, Innova, PACER, CaseFileXpress, Westlaw, paralegal, Litigation Support, Document Review, Transcription, Appellate Practice, eDocs
Education
Center for Advanced Legal Studies
Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Studies, 4.00
University of Houston
Bachelor of Music, Education
Google May 2015 - Present
Bloomberg LP November 2013 - April 2015
Bloomberg LP March 2011 - November 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP April 2006 - March 2011
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP September 2003 - March 2006
Ice Miller May 2001 - July 2001
Eli Lilly 2001 - 2001
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Securities, Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Legal Advice
Education
Howard University School of Law 2000 — 2003
Juris Doctor, Law
McGill University 1994 — 1998
B.A., African Studies
Sparta Technology Consulting (self-employed) May 2010 - Present
ABB October 2014 - May 2015
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2013 - February 2014
SWBC September 2011 - March 2012
Cirdan Group April 2007 - April 2010
Skills
Business Analysis, Program Management, Web Design, Software Documentation, SharePoint, Technical Writing
Education
Saint Michael's College 1979 — 1983
B.A., History
Elm Sustainability Partners LLC/Elm Consulting Group International LLC November 2008 - Present
Marsh USA January 2002 - October 2008
Georgia-Pacific Corporation August 1994 - December 2001
ENSR International August 1988 - August 1994
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 1985 - August 1988
Skills
Environmental Auditing, Environmental..., Hazardous Waste..., EHS, Supply Chain, Conflict Minerals, Sustainability, Risk Assessment, Risk Analysis, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Policy, Management Consulting, Performance Metrics, Public Speaking, Environmental, Audit, Environmental Management, Risk Management, Corporate Social..., Enterprise Risk..., Governance, Auditing, Environmental Awareness, Analysis, Environmental Impact..., Safety Management..., Environmental Consulting, Management, Training
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology - Georgia Tech College of Management 2003 — 2003
Executive Education - Finance and Accounting
The University of Texas at Austin 1983 — 1985
Bachelors, Government/Political Science
Austin College 1981 — 1983
NRG Solutions June 2011 - Present
Reliant Energy June 2010 - June 2011
Reliant Energy May 2009 - June 2010
Chevron Energy Solutions January 1998 - May 2001
Enron Capital & Trade December 1995 - December 1997
Vinson & Elkins LLP February 1992 - November 1995
Skills
Accounting, Law, Structuring, New Business Development, Contract Negotiations, Cross-functional Team..., Spanish, Team Management, Energy, Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Solar Energy, Energy Industry, Demand Response, Demand-side Management, Energy Risk Management, Electric Utility, Utility Regulation, Solar Power, Solar Systems, Electric Vehicles, Electricity Markets, Electric Power, Electricity, Natural Gas, Natural Gas Trading, Distributed Generation, Renewable Energy Markets
Education
University of Houston 1988 — 1991
Doctorate of Jurisprudence, Law
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelors of Science, Accounting
Lowenstein Sandler LLP October 2013 - Present
Lowenstein Sandler LLP March 2013 - September 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP April 2006 - September 2012
Fulbright & Jaworski September 2004 - April 2006
Abrams Scott & Bickley 2002 - 2002
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Fellow - US EPA 2000 - 2001
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality 1997 - 1999
Skills
Environmental Law, Litigation, Environmental Awareness, Administrative Law, Legal Research, Due Diligence, Environmental Compliance, Document Management
Education
Tulane University Law School 2001 — 2004
JD, Environmental Law
Cornell University 1999 — 2000
M.Eng., Environmental Engineering
Cornell University 1995 — 1999
B.S., Environmental Engineering
Coronado High School 1991 — 1995
San Francisco District Attorney's Office March 2015 - Present
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 2012 - March 2015
Kirkland & Ellis LLP June 2011 - August 2011
Smyser, Kaplan & Veselka LLP July 2010 - August 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2010 - July 2010
Corporate Executive Board June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Non-profit Board..., Non-profit Volunteer, Securities Litigation, Securities Regulation, Westlaw, Trade Secrets, Courts
Education
Stanford University Law School 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (JD)
Duke University 2005 — 2009
B.A., Political Science and Spanish
St. John's School 1991 — 2005
Department of Veterans Affairs VBA NYRO May 2009 - Present
Edward Perry Ministries, Inc. January 2008 - Present
Bethsalem Baptist Church January 2002 - Present
Tate Music Group October 2008 - October 2013
Cherubim, Inc. June 2004 - December 2009
Bethlehem Agricultural, Inc. January 2006 - December 2008
Army National Guard December 1987 - August 2008
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 1996 - February 2004
US Army Fort Knox KY 1988 - 1988
Track Designs Recording 1986 - 1987
Skills
Organizational..., Leadership Development, Community Outreach, Program Management, Project Planning, Government, Training, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Military, Leadership, Event Planning, Research, Team Building, Budgets, Non-profits, Team Leadership, Fundraising, Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship, Social Networking, Interviews, Nonprofits, Proposal Writing, Music, Policy, Motivational Speaking, PowerPoint
Education
Nyack College 2012 — 2014
Master of Science, Organizational Leadership
Nyack College 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Management
Texas Southern University 1988 — 1990
Liberal Arts, History
Army Finance Schoo 1988 — 1988
Certificate, Military Finance and Accounting/Resource Management
University of Houston 1986 — 1988
Liberal Arts, History
The AL Law Group, PLLC January 2009 - Present
Law Office of David J Tuckfield March 2006 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 1989 - March 2006
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1989 - 2006
Phoenix Associates 1985 - 1986
Guatemala City Mission 1981 - 1983
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Licensing, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property, Legal Research, Securities Litigation, Environmental Law, Corporate Governance, Appeals, Contract Negotiation, Software Licensing, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Bankruptcy, Administrative Law, Employment Law, Courts, Securities Regulation, Business Litigation, Trade Secrets, Venture Capital, Mediation, Joint Ventures, Patent Litigation, International Law
Education
Brigham Young University 1980 — 1995
BA, International Relations
Brigham Young University—J. Reuben Clark Law School 1986 — 1989
Dykema January 2015 - Present
Munck Wilson Mandala LLP April 2014 - November 2014
Shannon, Gracey, Ratliff & Miller June 2011 - April 2014
Cowan Group, LLC April 2008 - June 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2006 - 2008
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Mergers, Dispute Resolution, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence, Divestitures, Estate Planning, Employment Law
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 2003 — 2006
Doctor of Law (JD), Cum Laude
Southern Methodist University 2002 — 2003
Master of Science in Accounting (MSA)
Southern Methodist University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Financial Consulting, Summa Cum Laude, Honors Program
Lubbock High School 1995 — 1998
High School
Mattingly Law Firm June 2014 - Present
Donovan and Watkins/SK Legal November 2012 - June 2014
University of Houston Office of the General Counsel January 2013 - July 2013
Aylward Family Law March 2011 - May 2011
Porter & Hedges LLP August 2008 - August 2009
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Civil Litigation, Contracts Drafting, Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Lexis, Legal Discovery, Document Drafting, Document Review, Contractual Agreements, Government Law, Legal Compliance, Litigation, Criminal Law, Westlaw, Microsoft Excel, Courts, Oil/Gas, Mediation, Legal Advice, Pleadings, Product Liability
Education
Charlotte School of Law 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor, JD/Law
University of Houston-Downtown 2006 — 2008
BA Cum Laude, History
Andrews Kurth LLP August 2014 - Present
Andrews Kurth LLP May 2006 - January 2014
Baker Botts, LLP 2001 - 2005
Smith & Associates March 1999 - December 2000
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 1997 - September 1998
Contract Employment August 1989 - May 1997
Smith & Associates February 1988 - August 1989
Texas Employment Commission (Texas Workforce Commission) December 1986 - January 1988
Turner, Collie & Braden (Consulting Engineers) June 1985 - April 1986
Howard Systems (Fireplace Manufacturer) November 1983 - June 1985
Skills
Office Administration, Bookkeeping, Accounting, G/L Reconciliations, Bank Reconciliation, Foreign Exchange, Accounts Receivable, Excel, Word, Business Writing, Writing, Problem Solving, Troubleshooting, research, Trade Shows, Employee Training, Office Organizing, Supervisory Experience, Customer Service, Payroll, Training, Microsoft Word, System Administration, Purchasing, Office Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Accounts Payable, Administrative..., Supervisory Skills, Data Entry
Education
Employee Development Systems, Inc. 2013 — 2013
Increasing Personal Effectiveness (Training Course), DiSC Behavioral Styles; Teambuilding; Communicating Effectively
North Harris Montgomery Community College
Beg. & Intermediate Bookkeeping, Non-Credit
Center for Advanced Legal Studies 1992 — 1993
Paralegal Certificate, Pre-Law Studies, 4.0 GPA
Update '88 - Export Conference (Washington, DC)
Export Licensing Conference
CLEP - Univ. of Texas
7 hrs, Humanities / English Comp
Dunn & Bradstreet Seminar
Communication Skills
Austin Community College - Continuing Education 1983 — 1983
Creative Writing
Austin Community College
Prin Acct I / Psychology, Audit / non-credit
Austin Community College
13 hours, General Studies, 3.571
Vinson & Elkins LLP July 2011 - Present
Baker Botts LLP March 2006 - July 2011
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Event Planning, Progressive Discipline, Legal Writing, Strategy, SPHR, Talent Acquisition, Policy, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Leadership, Litigation, Customer Service, Legal Research, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Interviews, Applicant Tracking...
Education
Gettysburg College 1999 — 2003
BS, Business Management
Williams Refuge & Mickey, PLLC September 2012 - Present
Kennard Law P.C. September 2011 - September 2012
Thompson & Knight LLP February 2008 - September 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP February 2006 - 2008
Skills
Litigation, Legal Research, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Employment Contracts, Marketing Management, Employee Handbooks, Social Security..., Business Transactions, Trademark Infringement, Copyright Law, Entertainment Law, FMLA, Business Formation, Corporate Law, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property
Education
South Texas College of Law
JD
University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business
BBA, Marketing
Reeves & Brightwell October 2006 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2000 - 2006
Carrington Coleman 1999 - 1999
Skills
Commercial Litigation
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1997 — 2000
JD, Law
Clarkson University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Psychology & Technical Communications
Al-Mutawa'a Legal Group, Kuwait City, Kuwait September 2013 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2010 - 2010
The Key Company February 2006 - January 2007
Kuwait Awqaf Public Foundation February 2006 - August 2006
Al-Khebra Law Firm July 2005 - February 2006
Skills
Economics, Corporate Finance, Research, Higher Education, Teaching, Statistics, Policy Analysis, Capital Markets
Education
Georgetown University 2008 — 2013
The George Washington University Law School 2007 — 2008
Master, Law
Kuwait University, School of Law 2001 — 2005
Bachelor, Law
Vinson & Elkins LLP April 2011 - Present
SNR Denton April 2008 - March 2011
Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP April 2006 - March 2007
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP April 2000 - April 2006
Phillips Nizer LLP February 1999 - March 2000
Jones Day March 1997 - September 1998
Skills
Litigation, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Proposal Writing, Marketing Strategy, Commercial Litigation, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Management, Business Development, Leadership, Marketing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Research, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Legal Writing, Public Relations, Social Media, CRM, Email Marketing, Legal Marketing, Strategic Communications, Business Strategy, Social Media Marketing
Education
The George Washington University Law School 1989 — 1992
Juris Doctor, Law
Brandeis University 1985 — 1989
BA, Political Science
Navigant March 2014 - Present
Navigant September 2012 - February 2014
Navigant December 2010 - August 2012
Energetics Incorporated May 2009 - December 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Renewable Energy, Economics, Energy Efficiency, Strategic Planning, Energy Policy, Energy, Management Consulting, Financial Modeling, Energy Conservation, Finance, Analysis, Climate Change, Strategy, Sustainability, Policy
Education
The University of Edinburgh 2007 — 2008
Master of Science, Economics
Kenyon College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Pacific Drilling Services, Inc. July 2011 - Present
Zion Oil & Gas, Inc. May 2009 - November 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2006 - May 2009
Education
The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School 2003 — 2006
Baylor University 1999 — 2003
B.B.A, Accounting
Vinson & Elkins February 2014 - Present
Vinson & Elkins October 2012 - January 2014
Vinson & Elkins April 2012 - October 2012
Vinson & Elkins October 2010 - April 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2011 - August 2011
Ernst & Young LLP April 2006 - November 2010
Skills
Business Development, Project Management, Strategy, Marketing, Proposal Leadership, Writing, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Management, Spanish
Education
EDHEC Business School 2004 — 2005
Masters, Marketing
Whitworth University 2003 — 2004
Masters, International Management
Messiah College
Bachelor of Science, Double; International Business & Spanish
International Business Institute 2002 — 2002
International Business
Universitat de Barcelona 2002 — 2002
Spanish Art, History, Culture
Episcopal High School of Baton Rouge June 2010 - Present
Keystone School January 2004 - June 2010
Punahou School June 2001 - June 2002
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 1973 - July 1998
United States Navy August 1967 - June 1970
Skills
Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Tutoring, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Educational Leadership, Non-profits, Higher Education, Corporate Law, Educational Technology, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Teacher Training, Program Development, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Research
Education
Harvard Divinity School 1998 — 2001
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Religion/Religious Studies
University of Virginia School of Law 1970 — 1973
J.D., Law
Mississippi State University 1963 — 1967
B. S., General Business
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2011 - Present
Diamond McCarthy LLP July 2010 - September 2010
Vinson and Elkins May 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Corporate Law, Document Review, White Collar Criminal..., Competition Law, Trials
Education
Harvard Law School 2008 — 2011
J.D.
Rice University 2004 — 2008
B.A., Sociology
Firm Technology Partners, LLC May 2015 - Present
Vinson and Elkins May 2012 - May 2015
Vinson and Elkins December 2010 - May 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2000 - December 2010
Answerthink Consulting 1998 - 2000
NYU School of Law 1993 - 1998
Skills
Project Management, Business Process..., Open Source Software, Network Design, IT Operations Management, Telecommunications..., PMO, Infrastructure, Management, Networking, Disaster Recovery, Business Analysis, ITIL, Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Program Management, Document Management, IT Management, Change Management, Data Center, Enterprise Software, Business Process, Visio, Cloud Computing, Consulting, Process Improvement, Leadership, IT Operations, IT Strategy, Business Process..., Professional Services, Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Management Consulting, Analysis
Education
New York University 1991 — 1995
BA, Economics, History
New York University Gallatin School of Individualized Study
Bachelor's Degree, Economics
New York University Gallatin School of Individualized Study
Bachelor's Degree
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2012 - Present
Vinson & Elkins June 2008 - June 2012
Hunton & Williams LLP April 2002 - June 2008
Baylor University, Office of General Counsel 1999 - 2001
Texas House of Representatives January 1999 - June 1999
Skills
Utility Law, Energy Law, Litigation, Legislation, Public Policy, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Energy Policy, Commercial Litigation, Administrative Law, Energy, Legislative Relations, Legal Writing
Education
Baylor University 1999 — 2002
Master of Public Policy & Administration
Baylor University School of Law 1999 — 2002
J.D.
Baylor University 1994 — 1998
B.A., Political Science
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 2010 - Present
Sorenson Communications April 2004 - May 2008
Boise State University August 1996 - May 2007
Bureau of Reclamation November 1998 - January 2007
Skills
Sign language..., Civil Litigation, Environmental Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, American Sign Language, Technical Writing, Litigation, Editing, Interpreting, Public Speaking, Translation, Research, Environmental Policy
Education
University of Pennsylvania Law School 2007 — 2010
J.D., cum laude
Boise State University 1993 — 1999
BA, summa cum laude
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2012 - Present
Pamir Welfare and Development Agency July 2009 - September 2011
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Research, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Litigation, Politics, Microsoft Office
Education
Yale Law School 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor, Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law
Louisiana State University 2004 — 2008
Honors College: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major: Political Science; Minors: International Studies, French, History, Economics, 4.0
Vinson and Elkins November 2009 - Present
University of Texas School of Law January 2011 - Present
Texas Energy Law Association 2010 - Present
University of Texas School of Law January 2009 - October 2009
Bracewell & Giuliani LLP June 2008 - August 2008
Vinson and Elkins May 2008 - June 2008
Supreme Court of Texas January 2008 - March 2008
Lloyd Gosselink Blevins Rochelle & Townsend, P.C. August 2007 - November 2007
University of Texas System July 2007 - August 2007
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Energy, Renewable Energy, Legal Research, Contract Negotiation, Legal Writing, Environmental Awareness, Mergers, Real Estate, Due Diligence, Research, Administrative Law, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Contract Management, Power Generation, Electric Power, Wind Power, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Law, Legislation, Policy Analysis, Wind, Corporate Governance, Natural Gas, Project Finance, Joint Ventures
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2006 — 2009
JD, Law - corporate, transactional, and energy focus
Carleton College 1999 — 2004
BA, Computer Science, Political Economy, Latin American Studies
St. Stephen's Episcopal School 1993 — 1999
McDonogh School 1991 — 1993
Reese Gordon Marketos LLP July 2015 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2010 - June 2015
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2009 - July 2009
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Appeals, Class Actions, Securities Litigation
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2007 — 2010
J.D., with high honors
Baylor University 2003 — 2007
B.B.A.
Global Geophysical Services 2012 - Present
Board of Directors, Houston Tennis Association (USTA) 2011 - Present
State Bar of Texas 2011 - Present
Locke Lord LLP 2009 - 2012
Houston Tennis Association (USTA) 2010 - 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2006 - 2009
Marshall & McCracken, P.C. 2005 - 2006
j2 Global Communications 2002 - 2002
Skills
Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Corporate Law, FCPA, Arbitration, Intellectual Property, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Trials, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation, Legal Advice, Appeals, Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury, Business Litigation, Joint Ventures, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Trial Practice, Internal Investigations, Depositions, Legal Compliance, Legal Project Management, Litigation Management, Licensing, Alternative Dispute..., Trade Secrets, Class Actions, Trademarks, International..., Energy Litigation, Appellate Litigation, Governmental..., FCPA Compliance, Pipeline Rate Case..., Regulatory Permit and..., Corporate Compliance, Oil and Gas, Energy Industry, Labor and Employment, Audits and..., E-Discovery, Sarbanes-Oxley, Trade Compliance, Export Control..., OFAC
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2002 — 2005
Juris Doctor, Law, with Honors
Claremont McKenna College 1997 — 2001
B.A., Economics & Government (double-major), cum laude
Rice University
Certificate in HR Development, Human Resources Management
Franklin High School 1994 — 1997
Diploma with Honors
Bracewell & Giuliani LLP January 2012 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2002 - January 2012
Skills
Bonds, Tax, Finance
Education
Harvard Law School 1999 — 2002
J.D.
Tulane University 1995 — 1999
B.A., Political Economy/Art History
Caddo Magnet High
hs
Vinson & Elkins LLP February 1995 - Present
Johnson & Gibbs January 1994 - January 1995
Johnson & Gibbs October 1987 - December 1993
United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit August 1986 - August 1987
Skills
Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, International Business, Restructuring, International Law, Corporate Law, Due Diligence, Securities Regulation, Private Equity, Joint Ventures, Corporate Governance, Venture Capital, Legal Advice, Cross-border...
Education
University of Chicago Law School 1983 — 1986
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Brigham Young University 1977 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature, Magna Cum Laude
DocketFish.com October 2014 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP April 2013 - October 2014
Georgetown University Law Center November 2012 - March 2013
Georgetown University Law Center January 2010 - November 2012
Mooring Financial Corporation June 2008 - July 2009
Skills
Non-profits, Research
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2009 — 2012
JD, magna cum laude
American University 2004 — 2008
BS, Business Administration - Finance, Real Estate; summa cum laude
Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP 2014 - Present
Jones Walker LLP 2010 - 2014
United States Attorney's Office 2009 - 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2007 - 2009
U.S. House of Representatives, Hon. Silvestre Reyes (TX) 2001 - 2002
Skills
Legislative Relations, Litigation, Government, Civil Litigation, Politics, Strategy, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Courts, Research, Westlaw, Corporate Law
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2004 — 2007
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government 2002 — 2004
Master in Public Policy (M.P.P.)
The University of Texas at Austin 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government, History
Southern Methodist University July 2010 - Present
Junior League of Dallas April 2010 - Present
Dallas Historical Society April 2006 - May 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2004 - 2009
Weil Gotshal & Manges 2002 - 2002
Skills
Community Outreach, Legal Research, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Volunteer Management
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2001 — 2004
J.D.
The University of Texas at Austin 1997 — 2001
B.A., Plan II
Greenhill School 1991 — 1997
Southern Methodist University
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP September 2011 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP November 2009 - August 2011
Bracewell & Giuliani LLP 2008 - 2008
PwC July 2004 - June 2006
Education
American University 2006 — 2009
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
The University of Texas at Austin 2003 — 2004
Master of Professional Accounting, Taxation
The University of Texas at Austin 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Honors/Accounting
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2010 - Present
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP August 2007 - April 2010
Skills
Mergers, Securities Offerings, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Cross-border..., Securities, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation, Tax, Employee Benefits, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
New York Law School 2004 — 2007
JD
University of Kentucky 2000 — 2004
BA, Social Inequality and Public Policy
Cognizant Technology Solutions February 2014 - Present
FTS International (formerly Frac Tech Services) July 2011 - January 2014
Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P. May 2005 - July 2011
Emirates April 2008 - October 2008
Hughes & Luce, LLP October 2004 - May 2005
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2003 - July 2003
Vinson & Elkins LLP November 2000 - July 2001
National Model United Nations 1999 - 2001
National Journal June 1999 - November 2000
Skills
Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Legal Research, Legal Writing, International Law, Joint Ventures, Real Estate Transactions, Trade Secrets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities, Securities Regulation, Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, Asset Based Lending, Contract Negotiation, Contract Law, Aircraft Finance, Vendor Contracts, Procurement Contracts, Contract Management, Contractual Agreements, International Business
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2001 — 2004
JD, Law
UCL 2003 — 2003
Study Abroad, Law
Austin College 1995 — 1999
BA, International Studies, Economics
The University of Freiburg 1997 — 1997
Study Abroad, European Union Studies
Cooper High School 1991 — 1995
Diploma
Westminster Presbyterian Church August 2005 - Present
First Presbyterian Church, Ann Arbor, MI August 2003 - August 2005
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 1996 - June 1999
Skills
Community Outreach, Pastoral Care, Preaching, Discipleship, Non-profits, Theology, Leadership, Biblical Studies, Missions, Church Events, Volunteer Management, Religion, Pastoral Counseling, Spiritual Direction, Youth Ministry, Liturgy, Religious Studies, Church Growth, Nonprofits
Education
Princeton Theological Seminary 2002 — 2003
ThM, Evangelism/New Church Development
Princeton Theological Seminary 1999 — 2002
MDiv
University of Houston 1989 — 1995
BA, Journalism/Public Relations
Norton Rose Fulbright September 2013 - Present
U.C. Berkeley School of Law (Boalt Hall) August 2010 - May 2013
Fulbright & Jaworski July 2012 - August 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2012 - June 2012
The U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico June 2011 - August 2011
The Senate Research Center December 2008 - July 2010
Ross Global Academy August 2006 - August 2008
Winston Education Center August 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Research, Litigation, Community Outreach, Editing, Teaching, Analysis, Management
Education
University of California, Berkeley - School of Law 2010 — 2013
J.D., Law
American University 2004 — 2006
Certification, Elementary Education
University of Virginia 2000 — 2004
B.A., Political and Social Thought
Senator Jane Nelson July 2014 - November 2014
Waller Lansden Dortch and Davis July 2012 - July 2014
Vinson & Elkins LLP December 2008 - June 2012
Texas Senate Committee on Health & Human Services March 2004 - December 2008
Senator Jane Nelson January 2000 - March 2004
Resolution Architects 1998 - 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Writing, Policy Analysis, Legislative Research, Legislation, Health Policy, Government, Legislative Relations, Policy, Politics, Legal Research, Strategic Communications
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 1996 — 1998
MPAff
Baylor University 1991 — 1995
BA
NiSource May 2014 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2011 - April 2014
Bracewell & Giuliani LLP September 2009 - June 2011
Slaughter and May March 2003 - July 2009
BHP Billiton 2008 - 2009
Skills
Corporate Law, Joint Ventures, Legal Advice, Cross-border..., Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Research, Legal Writing
Education
Oxford Institute of Legal Practice 2001 — 2002
LPC, Law
BPP Law School 2000 — 2001
PgDL, Law
University of Oxford 1997 — 2000
MA, English
Vinson & Elkins LLP March 2012 - Present
Vinson and Elkins July 2010 - March 2012
Vinson and Elkins August 2008 - July 2010
Vinson and Elkins January 2008 - August 2008
Complex Litigation Services December 2005 - December 2007
Sam Houston State University Writing Center September 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Legal Marketing, Proposal Writing, Litigation Support, Legal Research, Marketing Communications, Corporate Law, Corporate Communications, Business Development, Legal Writing, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Contract Negotiation, Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Sam Houston State University 2000 — 2005
B.A. (cum laude), English and Sociology
The Morris Law Firm, LLC October 2010 - Present
Miles & Stockbridge, P.C. March 2008 - October 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2006 - February 2008
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP September 2004 - October 2006
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Hearings, Commercial Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Legal Advice, Licensing, Depositions, Hospitality Law, Alcoholic Beverages, Restaurant and..., Lease Negotiations, Appeals, Restaurant Leasing, Liquor Licensing
Education
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law 2001 — 2004
JD
Stony Brook University 1999 — 2000
M.A., Political Science
Georgetown University 1992 — 1996
B.A., Government
Rocky Point High School 1991 — 1992
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 1986 - Present
Shulman Rogers 1979 - 1984
Skills
Records Management, Document Review, Document Management, EDRMS, Litigation Support, Litigation, Legal Assistance, Knowledge Management, Legal Compliance, Information Management, Legal Research, Document Imaging, Trials, Lexis, Legal Writing, Outlook, Customer Service, Westlaw, Management
Education
Montgomery College
Business
University of Maryland University College
Microsoft April 2014 - Present
Rackspace Hosting September 2009 - March 2014
HiTechDFW April 2009 - September 2009
Koons Fuller LLP August 2008 - April 2009
Vinson & Elkins LLP February 2007 - August 2008
GameStop Corporate September 2006 - February 2007
Best Buy Geek Squad December 2002 - November 2005
Skills
Servers, VMware, VPN, Firewalls, DNS, Windows Server, TCP/IP, Switches, Active Directory, Network Security, Linux, Cisco Technologies, Cisco IOS, Routers, Juniper, Disaster Recovery, Security, Network Administration, OSPF, DHCP, Apache
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2008 — 2009
Texas Tech University 2004 — 2005
Baylor University 1999 — 2003
Bio-chemistry
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories February 2013 - Present
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP July 2012 - February 2013
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP October 2006 - June 2012
Princeton Area Alumni Association 2008 - 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2001 - September 2006
Skills
Energy, Emerging Technologies, Joint Ventures, Private Equity, Mergers, Venture Capital, Corporate Law, Corporate Finance, Cross-border..., Corporate Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Legal Writing
Education
Tulane University Law School 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
Princeton University 1992 — 1996
B.A, Comparative Literature/East Asian Studies
Dallas Museum of Art September 2014 - Present
Studio Arts February 2013 - September 2014
June Shelton School and Evaluation Center 2012 - 2012
Ike Isenhour Inc August 2006 - 2011
Jurado Design Group August 2003 - 2006
International Thomson Publishing 1994 - 1999
Liddell Sapp Zivley Hill Laboon, LLP 1992 - 1993
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1990 - 1992
Skills
Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Fundraising, Publishing, Email Marketing, Leadership, Research, Teaching, Microsoft Word, Online Advertising, Project Planning, Web Design, Coaching, French, Team Leadership, Account Management, Analysis, Program Management, New Business Development, SEO, Business Strategy, Sales Management, Customer Service, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Social Media Marketing
Education
Austin College 1985 — 1989
BA
Institut d'Etudes Européennes Nantes 1987 — 1988
Microsoft July 2013 - Present
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP August 2011 - July 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2008 - June 2011
Baker Botts LLP June 2007 - August 2007
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2007 - June 2007
Lane Powell PC May 2006 - August 2006
Premera Blue Cross November 2002 - May 2005
Two Degrees Consulting (Now Slalom Consulting) August 2001 - May 2005
AT&T Wireless April 2002 - November 2002
New Century GlobalNet August 2001 - April 2002
Skills
Intellectual Property, Mergers, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Contract Negotiation, Information Technology, Business Analysis, Licensing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence
Education
Columbia University School of Law 2005 — 2008
JD, Law
University of Southern California 1992 — 1997
BS/BA, Computer Engineering Computer Science/East Asian Languages & Cultures (Japanese)
Waseda University 1994 — 1995
Japanese Language and Culture
Iolani School 1989 — 1992
Lowenstein Sandler LLP July 2015 - Present
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP January 2013 - June 2015
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2010 - December 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2009 - July 2009
New York University September 2004 - December 2007
Education
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University 2008 — 2010
JD
New York University 2004 — 2007
Doctoral candidate, Hebrew and Judaic Studies
University of Chicago 1996 — 2000
AB, Philosophy
Hatch Mott MacDonald May 2012 - Present
Taltree Arboretum and Gardens 2011 - 2012
Self-Employed 2009 - 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2005 - 2009
McDonnell Douglas 1986 - 1987
First Savings of Orange Texas 1984 - 1986
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Databases, Phone Etiquette, Microsoft Office, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Supervisory Experience, Phone Skills, Lawson Financial, Legal Billing, Invoicing, Collections, Membership Services, Volunteer Training, Cash Receipts, Budget Forecasts, Cost Reporting, Project Control, Contract Management, Employee Training, General Ledger, Team Motivation, Accruals, Administrative..., Payroll
Education
Calumet College of Saint Joseph
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Science
Thompson & Knight LLP 2015 - Present
SemGroup Corporation September 2014 - April 2015
Hall Estill 2012 - September 2014
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2010 - 2012
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 2006 — 2010
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 2013 - Present
Kirkland & Ellis LLP June 2012 - February 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2011 - July 2011
McMaster-Carr August 2008 - August 2010
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History June 2007 - July 2007
Smithsonian Institution March 2007 - June 2007
National Park Service June 2006 - August 2006
The Office of Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Policy Analysis, Research, Public Policy, Westlaw, Nonprofits, Legal Assistance, Litigation, International Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Intellectual Property, Private Equity, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance
Education
Stanford Law School 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Stanford University 2004 — 2008
B.A. with Academic Distinction, History and Political Science
Markland Hanley LLP February 2013 - Present
Owens Hervey PLLC August 2008 - February 2013
Hunton & Williams LLP February 2002 - August 2008
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 1998 - February 2002
Cowles & Thompson, P.C. 1997 - 1998
Skills
Litigation, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Litigation Support, Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Document Review, Trials, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Business Litigation, Wrongful Death, Torts, Public Liability
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 1994 — 1997
J.D., Law
BP America Inc. April 2012 - Present
Nabors Industries January 2010 - April 2012
Apache Corporation November 2007 - January 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2001 - November 2007
Free Lance Translator and Interpreter 1990 - 1998
Skills
Energy Law, Energy Industry, International Law, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Legal Research, Legal Writing, International Project..., Contract Negotiation, Mergers, Due Diligence, Licensing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Project Finance, Litigation Support, Trademarks, Energy, Oil & Gas Law, FCPA, Upstream, International Business..., Legal Advice, Contract Law, Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Competition Law, Cross-border..., International..., Securities Regulation, Trade Secrets, Legal Compliance, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Construction Law, Petroleum, Oil & Gas
Education
University of Houston Law Center 1998 — 2001
J.D., Law
Moscow State Linguistic University 1991 — 1996
Comparative political science, linguistics
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2012 - Present
University of Virginia School of Law August 2009 - May 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2011 - July 2011
United States Senate Judiciary Committee, Staff of Senator Orrin Hatch May 2010 - July 2011
United States Senate September 2008 - August 2009
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo September 2007 - December 2007
Education
University of Virginia School of Law 2009 — 2012
J.D.
Brigham Young University 2005 — 2008
B.A., Political Science
Microsoft Corporation January 2008 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2001 - December 2007
O'Melveny & Myers 1983 - 2000
Education
Southwestern University School of Law 1980 — 1983
Texas Instruments September 2012 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP November 2009 - August 2012
U.S. Court of International Trade October 2007 - November 2007
Goldman Sachs 2006 - 2006
Education
Columbia University School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Harvard University Kennedy School of Government
Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.), International Trade and Finance; Macroeconomics
Oxford University
All Souls College; St. Edmund Hall
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2007 - Present
Education
Emory University School of Law 2005 — 2007
Washington University in St. Louis 2000 — 2004
B.A., Political Science, Finance
BP America Inc. June 2005 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2000 - June 2005
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1997 — 2000
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Brigham Young University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History and Philosophy
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2000 - Present
Milwhite, Inc 1995 - 2000
Skills
Legal Research, Document Review, Litigation, Litigation Support, Westlaw, Legal Assistance, Trials, Legal Documents, Lexis, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Courts, Corporate Law, Appeals
Education
Houston Community College 1986 — 1988
MacArthur
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 1999 - Present
Skills
Securities Offerings, IPO, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Corporate Finance, Energy Industry
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 1995 — 1998
Texas Christian University 1990 — 1994
BBA, Finance and Political Science
City of Dallas June 2014 - Present
Dallas Bar Association, Government Law Section January 2014 - Present
Law Office of Eileen Youens, LLC June 2011 - June 2014
School of Government, University of North Carolina October 2007 - May 2011
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice PLLC June 2005 - October 2007
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2004 - May 2005
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas August 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Government, Policy, Contract Management, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Contract Negotiation, Management, Analysis, Public Speaking, Training, Research, Government Procurement, Procurement, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Fundraising, Team Building, E-Learning, Online Training
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 2000 — 2003
J.D.
Southwestern University 1995 — 1999
B. Mus., Music literature
Accenture August 2013 - Present
QuadraMed Corporation September 2011 - August 2013
ACS July 2008 - August 2011
APS Healthcare February 2007 - July 2008
American Psychological Association January 2005 - January 2007
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2002 - January 2005
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Intellectual Property, Contract Negotiation, Privacy Law, HIPAA, Medicaid, Healthcare, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Software Licensing, Healthcare Information..., Policy, Government, Licensing, Due Diligence, Process Improvement, Strategic Partnerships, Project Management
Education
Vanderbilt University Law School 1999 — 2002
JD
Cornell University 1995 — 1999
BS, Policy Analysis and Management
Winston & Strawn LLP October 2008 - Present
Heller Ehrman LLP April 2008 - September 2008
Vinson & Elkins LLP November 2007 - April 2008
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP March 2004 - November 2007
U.S. Department of Commerce 1998 - 2001
Education
Tulane University Law School 1995 — 1998
American University 1994 — 1995
M.P.A., public administration, public finance
Vinson and Elkins January 2010 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP July 2007 - December 2008
Education
Columbia Law School 2006 — 2009
J.D.
Stony Brook University 2003 — 2006
BA, summa cum laude
SSHS
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 1989 - Present
Houston Botanic Garden 2013 - 2014
Legacy Community Health Services 2005 - 2010
Skills
Litigation, Courts, Civil Litigation, Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Mediation, Arbitration, Corporate Law, Appeals, Class Actions, Trade Secrets, Employment Law, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Litigation Support, Securities Litigation, Torts
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1986 — 1989
JD
Harvard University 1980 — 1984
AB, Government
Jesuit High School Shreveport 1977 — 1980
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2015 - Present
Perkins Coie LLP January 2010 - September 2015
Howard Rice Nemerovski Canady Falk & Rabkin 2005 - January 2010
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP 1999 - 2004
United States District Judge Carol B. Amon, Eastern District of New York 2000 - 2001
Skills
Intellectual Property, Litigation, Trade Secrets, Commercial Litigation, Trademarks, Copyright Law, Patent, Patent Litigation
Education
Harvard Law School 1996 — 1999
J.D., Law
Dartmouth College 1992 — 1996
B.A., Government and History
The Law Office of Nashiba Boyd October 2012 - Present
South Carolina Legal Services February 2010 - October 2012
Central Carolina Technical College April 2007 - February 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2004 - 2007
Education
Howard University School of Law 2001 — 2004
JD, Law
Clemson University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 1970 - Present
2cnd Circuit US Ct. of Appeals September 1963 - April 1964
Skills
General Business..., Appellate Litigation, Administrative Law, Antitrust Law, Energy Regulation, Litigation, Torts, Commercial Litigation, Trial Practice, Product Liability, Trials, Appeals, Trade Secrets, Patent Litigation, Class Actions, Civil Litigation, Business Litigation, Arbitration, Securities Litigation, Competition Law, Construction Law, Securities Regulation, Breach Of Contract, Toxic Tort, White Collar Criminal..., Non-compete Agreements, Appellate Practice, Mediation, Criminal Defense, Legal Writing, Alternative Dispute..., Personal Injury..., Wrongful Death, Trademark Infringement, Dispute Resolution, Employment..., Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Depositions, Dispute, Hearings, Insurance Law, Courts, Litigation Management, International..., Legal Research, Trademarks, Jury Trials, Legal Issues, Environmental Law
Education
UT Law School 1960 — 1962
J.D., Law
Rice University 1956 — 1960
BA, Philosophy
Rice University 1956 — 1960
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Philosophy
Jenner & Block July 2015 - Present
Jenner & Block May 2014 - June 2015
Jenner & Block July 2012 - May 2014
Vinson & Elkins LLP December 2009 - June 2012
Lex Mundi July 2006 - December 2009
Lone Star College August 2004 - June 2006
Culture Speaks April 2002 - March 2006
Diversity Leadership Program- Making It Count August 2002 - August 2004
UCLA 1995 - 1999
Skills
Career Counseling, Diversity Training, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Change Management, Legal Research, Talent Management, Diversity & Inclusion..., Diversity Strategy, Interviews, Legal Writing, Diversity & Inclusion, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Change, Team Management, Event Planning, Organizational..., Team Building, Training, Corporate Governance, Employment Law, Mediation, International..., Human Resources, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Career Coaching, Interviewing, Mentoring, Business Development, Leadership Development, Employee Training, Management, Organizational..., Program Management
Education
New York University 2000 — 2001
MA, Speech and Interpersonal Communication
University of California, Los Angeles 1994 — 1999
BA, History
Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC June 2011 - Present
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP September 1994 - June 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 1993 - September 1994
Uria Menendez 1992 - 1992
Skills
Legal Research, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cross-border..., Private Equity, Litigation, Securities Regulation, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence, Legal Writing, Joint Ventures, International Law, Securities
Education
Duke University School of Law 1989 — 1992
J.D., Law
The University of Texas at Austin 1985 — 1988
B.A., Plan II and Economics
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2013 - Present
Weil Gotshal and Manges June 1998 - September 2013
BakerBotts 1995 - 1998
Johnson & Gibbs 1982 - 1994
Education
University of Pennsylvania Law School 1979 — 1982
J.D., Law
Miami University 1975 — 1979
B.S. Business, Accounting
BP January 2014 - Present
BP February 2011 - December 2013
BP May 2000 - February 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1997 - 2000
Skills
Licensing, Mergers, Real Estate, Intellectual Property, Corporate Governance, Project Management, Legal Writing, Employment Law, Due Diligence, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration
Education
Emory University School of Law 1991 — 1994
J.D., Law
Georgia Institute of Technology 1987 — 1991
B.Ch.E., Chemical Engineering
Attorney November 2010 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2007 - November 2010
The Honorable Peter C. Dorsey August 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Commercial Litigation
Education
Harvard Law School 2002 — 2005
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Southwestern University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 1994 - Present
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates February 1987 - June 1994
Skills
Corporate Governance, Joint Ventures, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Law, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Due Diligence, Intellectual Property, Appeals, Private Equity, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Mediation, Employment Law, Legal Writing, Project Finance, Venture Capital, Restructuring, Contract Negotiation, Acquisitions
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1980 — 1983
JD, Law
Muhlenberg College 1976 — 1980
BA, Political Science and Government
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2009 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 1981 - January 2009
Vinson and Elkins January 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Intellectual Property, Litigation Support, Employment Law, Customer Service, Document Review, Westlaw
Education
San Jacinto College
Business
Dentons August 2015 - Present
Mindful Return August 2014 - Present
Association of American Medical Colleges September 2011 - June 2015
Association of American Medical Colleges April 2009 - August 2011
King & Spalding LLP June 2008 - March 2009
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2006 - May 2008
Superior Court of the District of Columbia August 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Hospitals, Legal Research, Healthcare, Policy, Leadership, Policy Analysis, Medicare, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Health Policy, Legal Writing, Research, Litigation
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2002 — 2005
J.D., Law
Institut d'Etudes politiques d'Aix-en-Provence 2001 — 2002
Certificat d'Etudes Politiques, Political Science
Princeton University 1997 — 2001
A.B., Woodrow Wilson School of Public Affairs and International Relations; French
Baker & Hostetler LLP March 2015 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2012 - March 2015
The Honorable Gray Miller - Southern District of Texas August 2011 - December 2011
Andrews Kurth LLP July 2011 - August 2011
Vinson and Elkins May 2011 - July 2011
Texas Attorney General - Anti Trust Division June 2010 - August 2010
Texas Secretary of State November 2007 - August 2009
Field Asset Services September 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Spanish, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Courts, Criminal Law, Family Law, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Editing, Legal Assistance, Appeals, Trials, Bankruptcy, Business Litigation, Politics, Legal Issues, Civil Litigation, Due Diligence, White Collar Criminal..., Legislation, Legislative Relations, Copyright Law, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Health Law, Competition Law, Antitrust Law, Public Policy, Securities Litigation, Administrative Law, Government, Intellectual Property, Contract Law, Document Drafting, Maritime Law, Patent Prosecution, Contract Negotiation, Personal Injury..., Alternative Dispute..., Licensing, Oil & Gas Law, Trademarks, Appellate Practice, Lexis, Patents
Education
University of Houston Law Center 2009 — 2012
JD, Law
Sewanee-The University of the South 2002 — 2007
BA, English
Vinson and Elkins October 2011 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2006 - September 2009
Honorable Maxine Chesney, U.S. District Court, N.D., California September 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Securities Regulation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Appeals, Courts
Education
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2003 — 2006
Juris Doctor
Barnard College 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts, French, Art History
Columbia University, Reid Hall, Paris France 1996 — 1997
French Immersion
Halliburton Company January 2008 - Present
Halliburton January 2008 - Present
Halliburton Company Law Department January 2008 - Present
Halliburton August 1999 - Present
Halliburton January 2005 - January 2008
Halliburton August 1999 - January 2005
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 1995 - August 1999
Skills
Corporate Law, Mergers, Securities, Executive Pay, Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Joint Ventures, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Employment Law, Contract Negotiation
Education
South Texas College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
Baker & McKenzie LLP June 1996 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 1996 - June 2011
Hughes & Luce, LLP September 1987 - June 1996
United States Court of Appeals August 1986 - August 1987
Education
Harvard Law School 1983 — 1986
J.D., law
Rice University 1979 — 1983
B.A., Economics, Political Science
Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP 2007 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP 1999 - 2006
Skills
Antitrust Law, Complex Commercial..., E-commerce, Intellectual Property, Professional Malpractice, Real Estate Litigation, Construction Litigation, Securities Litigation, Corporate Litigation, Tax Litigation, Oil & Gass Litigation
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 1996 — 1999
Juris Doctor, Cum Laude
University of London, Maria Assumpta Center 1998 — 1998
International Business and Law
University of Mississippi 1992 — 1996
Public Administration/Accounting, Magna Cum Laude
Shell Oil Company Senior Legal CounselShell Oil Company2006 - 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 1997 - January 2005
Donohoe, Jameson & Carroll August 1993 - May 1997
Jackson & Walker L.L.P. August 1991 - August 1993
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1989 — 1991
JD
University of Tulsa College of Law 1988 — 1989
Baylor University 1983 — 1987
BBA, Finance, Real Estate, Entrepreneurship
Kuhn Hobbs PLLC May 2012 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2008 - 2012
The Supreme Court of Texas 2004 - 2008
Skills
Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Courts, Civil Litigation, Appellate Practice, Trials, Mediation, Legal Advice, Trial Practice, Trade Secrets, Arbitration, Litigation
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1997 — 2000
J.D. with honors
Houston Baptist University 1993 — 1996
B.A. summa cum laude, Journalism & Political Science
Vinson & Elkins LLP December 2009 - Present
Vinson and Elkins - contractor March 2009 - December 2009
Vinson & Elkins, LLP 2003 - 2007
Skills
Recruiting, Employment Law, Employee Engagement, Onboarding, Workforce Planning, Employee Relations, HRIS, Mergers & Acquisitions, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, Legal Writing, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Legal Compliance, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Legal Research, Talent Acquisition, Employee Benefits, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management, Career Development, Conflict Resolution, Labor Relations, FMLA
Education
Louisiana State University
BS, English/Social Studies
Financial Analyst September 2012 - Present
Team Industrial Services June 2011 - September 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2004 - January 2011
Skills
Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Access, Account Reconciliation, Accruals, Financial Statements, General Ledger, Invoicing, Outlook, Auditing, Bank Reconciliation, Tax, Financial Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Analysis, JD Edwards
Education
University of Houston-Downtown 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Houston Community College
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2015 - Present
Holland & Knight LLP February 2014 - May 2015
Covington & Burling July 2009 - February 2014
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP May 2008 - July 2009
The Schinner Law Group May 2007 - May 2008
San Francisco's Office of the Public Defender August 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Trials, Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Pleadings, Westlaw, Civil Litigation
Education
San Francisco State University 2006 — 2007
ABA Approved, Paralegal Studies
University of California, Santa Cruz 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
George Washington High School 1998 — 2002
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 2013 - Present
Northwestern University School of Law August 2010 - May 2013
Kirkland & Ellis LLP May 2012 - August 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP May 2011 - August 2011
ClearStructure Financial Technology August 2007 - July 2010
Skills
Legal Writing, Westlaw
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor
Rice University 2003 — 2007
Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2011 - Present
Vinson & Elkins May 2010 - August 2010
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz May 2009 - August 2009
Senator John Kerry November 2006 - January 2008
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton June 2007 - August 2007
The Innocence Project June 2007 - August 2007
Education
Columbia Law School 2008 — 2011
JD
Harvard University 2004 — 2008
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2006 - Present
Connor & Winters LLP 2004 - 2006
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 1982 — 1983
LLM, Taxation
Washburn University 1978 — 1981
JD, Law
Washburn University 1975 — 1977
BA, Economics
ExxonMobil August 2012 - Present
Schlumberger March 2011 - August 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2007 - 2011
BMC Software January 2003 - November 2006
BJ Services Company 2001 - 2003
lexicon genetics, inc. 2000 - 2000
Aronex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1998 - 2000
TME, Inc. 1995 - 1998
Fulbright & Jaworski 1991 - 1995
Skills
Patent Prosecution, Patents, Intellectual Property, Document Management, Microsoft Office, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, SharePoint, Corporate Law, Patent Litigation, Trademarks, Litigation, Trade Secrets, Legal Assistance, Litigation Support
Education
Center for Advanced Legal Studies 1990 — 1990
Paralegal Certification, Intellectual Property Law
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business 1983 — 1987
BBA, Management and Real Estate
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals January 2014 - Present
Law Office of Charles D. Adams, IV August 2013 - January 2014
Law Office of Terry D. Reeves May 2011 - August 2013
Sedgwick LLP January 2010 - August 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2007 - March 2009
Skills
Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Courts, Litigation, Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice, Estate Planning, Trials, Personal Injury..., Mediation, Westlaw
Education
South Texas College of Law 2007 — 2010
JD
Lamar University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), General Studies
Duane Morris LLP October 2013 - Present
Woodcock Washburn LLP June 2013 - September 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP (NY, NY) August 2008 - June 2013
Vinson & Elkins LLP August 2008 - June 2013
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC October 2007 - August 2008
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC October 2007 - August 2008
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP July 2005 - October 2007
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP July 2005 - October 2007
NERA Economic Consulting December 2004 - July 2005
Professional Sports Publications June 2004 - December 2004
Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications (journalism concentration)
Southern Columbia Area Jr.-Sr. High School 1989 — 1995
High school Diploma, Academic Curriculum
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2013 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP July 2007 - January 2013
Education
Sam Houston State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Hahn & Hessen LLP April 2015 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP November 2011 - March 2015
Ellenberg & Partners, LLP September 2008 - November 2011
Ellenberg and Partners LLP August 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Employment Law, Legal Research, Mediation, Employment Contracts, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Litigation, Recruiting, FMLA, HRIS, Westlaw, Interviews, Legal Assistance, Benefits Administration, New Hire Orientations, Workforce Planning, Workers Compensation, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
Education
Touro University Worldwide 2015 — 2016
Master of Science (M.S.), Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY)
Certification, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY) 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature
HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc. January 2011 - Present
Celanese Corporation May 2007 - January 2011
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Corporate Governance, SEC reporting, Mergers, Corporate Law, Securities, Corporate Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Securities Regulation, Joint Ventures, Private Equity, International Law, Arbitration, Executive Pay
Education
Brigham Young University 2000 — 2004
MBA, Global Management
Brigham Young University—J. Reuben Clark Law School 2000 — 2004
JD, Law
Brigham Young University 1993 — 1999
BA, Russian
SCANA Corporation December 2009 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2000 - 2005
Skills
Energy, Litigation, Legal Research
Education
Boston University School of Law 1994 — 1997
JD
Binghamton University
Lime Rock Partners April 2012 - Present
Bloomberg LP June 2011 - April 2012
VINSON & ELKINS LLP June 2007 - January 2011
Point Horizon Institute July 2005 - June 2007
King & Spalding LLP July 2004 - July 2005
Latham & Watkins LLP October 2003 - July 2004
Phoenix Elementary School District #1 June 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Mergers, Corporate Law
Education
Harvard Law School 2000 — 2003
Juris Doctor
Stanford University 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
ITOCHU International Inc. April 2009 - Present
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP June 2005 - March 2009
Allen & Overy July 2001 - January 2005
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP September 1991 - January 2001
Vinson & Elkins LLP 2000 - 2000
Shearman & Sterling LLP 1985 - 1988
Skills
Mergers, Corporate Governance, Corporate Finance, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cross-border..., Due Diligence, Securities Regulation, Joint Ventures, Venture Capital, Corporate Law, Securities, M&A experience, Securities Offerings, International Law, Commercial Litigation, Litigation
Education
Columbia University School of Law 1988 — 1991
J.D. and LL.M.
UERJ - Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
Colegio Santo Inacio
Vinson & Elkins LLP January 2012 - Present
Greenberg Traurig LLP May 2008 - December 2011
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP 1999 - 2005
Education
Queens College 1988 — 1991
Bachelors of Science - Accounting, Accounting
Vantage Drilling June 2012 - May 2014
Andrews Kurth LLP August 2011 - May 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2007 - July 2011
Bracewell & Giuliani LLP July 2006 - August 2006
BD May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Legal Research, Estate Planning, Legal Writing, Conducting Interviews, Data Compilation, Document Drafting, Proposal Drafting, Legal Compliance, Report Writing, Legal Advice, Legal Issues, Corporate Law, Proposal Writing
Education
New York University School of Law 2004 — 2007
JD, law
The University of Texas at Austin 2000 — 2003
BA, Plan II and History
Ewell, Brown & Blanke LLP February 2015 - Present
Texas Attorney General July 2012 - February 2015
Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP February 2009 - June 2012
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 2006 - January 2009
PwC May 2002 - July 2003
Skills
Certified Public..., Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Tax Law, Civil Rights Litigation, Administrative Law, Employment Law
Education
Harvard Law School 2003 — 2006
JD, Law
The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business 2000 — 2001
Master in Professional Accounting, 2001, Taxation
The University of Texas at Austin 1996 — 2000
BA, English
Caiman Energy II, LLC May 2014 - Present
International Anti-Poaching Foundation October 2013 - Present
Evercore Partners October 2010 - March 2014
UBS Investment Bank December 2004 - June 2010
Vinson & Elkins LLP September 1998 - December 2004
Skills
Licensed to practice..., Mergers & Acquisitions, M&A experience, IPO, Divestitures, Financial Analysis, Securities, Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Series 7, Business Strategy, Securities Regulation, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Finance
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
JD, Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History and Government
Vinson & Elkins LLP June 2011 - July 2011
Andrews & Kurth LLP June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Spanish, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Sales, Advertising, Social Networking, Facebook, Public Speaking, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Research
Education
University of Houston 2011 — 2015
Degree Plan: B.S, Hotel & Restaurant Management
Sewanee-The University of the South
Fifth District Court of Appeals September 2011 - Present
Vinson & Elkins LLP October 2006 - August 2011
Western District of Louisiana September 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Appeals, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Courts, Torts, Dispute Resolution, Appellate Practice, Criminal Procedure, Civil Procedure
Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law 2002 — 2005
JD
University of Dallas 1998 — 2002
BA, History
Goldberg Segalla August 2014 - Present
O’NEIL STAFFING July 2014 - August 2014
WALTER STUART April 2014 - July 2014
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer February 2010 - March 2014
VINSON & ELKINS LLP September 2005 - July 2009
Morrison & Foerster LLP April 2004 - January 2005
LEBOEUF, LAMB, GREENE & MACRAE, LLP June 1998 - January 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Executive..., Executive Legal..., Microsoft Word, Administrative Support
Education
City University of New York-John Jay College of Criminal Justice 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Criminal Justice
JOHN JAY COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice