Carole L. Biggers

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Greensboro, NC 27408

336-***-****

abhuzr@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Corporate law specialist with extensive experience providing counsel on a

broad range of issues. Experienced in the legal aspects of manufacturing

and distribution operations, contract negotiation and regulatory

compliance. Effective leadership of internal teams and outside counsel in

complex business transactions. Consummated corporate transactions in new

business areas, including acquisitions valued at over $100 million.

Recognized by senior management for practical, business-oriented approach

to corporate law and as a skilled advocate and negotiator.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

. Federal and state regulatory compliance

. Corporate and commercial law

. Mergers and acquisitions

. Provided support for multiple business units

. E-commerce initiatives

. Excellent communication skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION, INC., Greensboro, NC

1997 - 2009

Corporate Counsel.

. Responsible for legal support for the manufacture, marketing and

distribution of the company's diverse product lines.

. Responsible for regulatory compliance, advertising and marketing

review and contract negotiation and development.

. Provided legal support for multiple client groups, including Business

Development and New Ventures, and provided guidance on expansion into

new business areas and protection of intellectual property rights.

. Regularly provided advice to clients on areas of law, including

antitrust compliance and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act compliance.

. Successfully negotiated and closed multiple product acquisitions and

divestitures.

. Championed the development and implementation of a computer program to

streamline the generation of standard customer agreements which

reduced outside legal expenses by over $200,000 annually.

. Structured third party partnerships to implement the company's

biofuels initiatives.

. Developed strong relationships with senior management.

. Partnered with business clients to position the company for effective

presence on the internet by developing policies for Web site content

and customer engagement on social networking sites.

. Partnered with marketing groups to develop legally supportable

marketing campaigns and sales programs including radio placements and

print media, direct mail, contests and sweepstakes.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Merck & Co., Inc., Whitehouse Station, NJ

Senior Attorney

Kellogg Company, Battle Creek, MI

Attorney

EDUCATION

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW, New York, NY

Juris Doctorate

Review of Law and Social Change, Editorial Board

Student/Faculty Publications Committee, Member

Consumer Law Clinic

UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Arts in English

The Daily Pennsylvanian, Writer

Professional

State Bar of Michigan

North Carolina State Bar

Personal:

Guilford County Guardian ad Litem, Volunteer

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Piedmont Triad Chapter, Volunteer

and former Board Member

Page High School Orchestra Boosters, President

United Arts Council, Volunteer and former Awards Committee Member

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