ARI D.
LINDEN,
Esquire
PROFILE
Awesome Attorney – SJ Magazine
Top Lawyers Under 40
2016
Ari D. Linden, Esquire, a lawyer with
over 15 years of experience,
combines passion and drive to
protect his clients and develop strong
business and personal relationships.
Mr. Linden has prior experience in
politics and government and his areas
of expertise include renewable
energy, corporate, real estate, and
contract law. Prior to this position as
General Counsel, Mr. Linden has been
both an associate and ultimately a
partner in small to midsize law firms
ultimately opening his own practice
where he focused on corporate law
for various businesses in multiple fields
of service. Mr. Linden has honed his
legal skills and developed teams that
focus on organization, results, and
client protection.
CONTACT
PHONE:
ADDRESS:
1009 Dell Drive
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
EMAIL:
ad2j49@r.postjobfree.com
BAR ADMISSION: New Jersey
State and Federal Courts
EDUCATION
University of Maryland 1993 - 1997
B.A Political Science & History
Major GPA: 3.85, overall GPA 3.7; University Mock Trial Program Internship: US Senator Ted Kennedy 1997
Labor Committee
-Offered Full-Time Employment 1998-2000
Rutgers University – School of Law 2000 - 2004
Juris Doctor
GPA 3.8 (part time night student) while a full-time employee at Montgomery McCracken Walker & Rhoads, LLP (Philadelphia) as lead paralegal for white collar fraud investigation of Phen Fen bad actors WORK EXPERIENCE
Vision Solar, LLC. - General Counsel
2022–Current
Provide legal guidance, risk management, and compliance support to ensure the company's operations are conducted in accordance with relevant laws and regulations. Began working with Company as outside counsel in 2018 prior to employment in 2022. Legal Strategy and Compliance:
• Develop and execute the company's legal strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to the solar industry.
Contract Management:
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including customer agreements, supplier contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Manage contractual relationships and provide legal advice on contract disputes or modifications.
Regulatory Affairs:
• Stay informed about changing regulations and industry standards and advise the company on compliance
requirements.
• Prepare regulatory filings and applications as necessary. Risk Management:
• Identify legal risks associated with the company's operations and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
• Implement risk management policies and procedures to safeguard the company's interests.
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SKILLS:
Litigation/Trial
Negotiations/ Mediation/Arbitration
Legal Research
Legal Drafting
Zoning/Variance Appearances
Regulatory and Compliance in
Renewable Energy
Litigation and Dispute Resolution:
• Manage and oversee any legal disputes or litigation involving the company.
• Work with external legal counsel as needed and represent the company's interests in court.
Intellectual Property:
• Protect and manage the company's intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Address any infringement issues and manage intellectual property licensing agreements.
Corporate Governance:
• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance matters, including board meetings, annual reports, and compliance with corporate bylaws and regulations.
Mergers and Acquisitions:
• Assist in due diligence processes for potential mergers or acquisitions.
• Provide legal advice on the legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions transactions.
Employment Law:
• Oversee and provide guidance on employment-related legal matters, including employment contracts, labor law compliance, and employee disputes.
Linden Law Firm, LLC - Owner
2018–Current
• Boutique firm focusing on small to medium size businesses serving as out of office General Counsel.
• Legal focus on corporate, real estate and commercial litigation services including trial experience.
• Registered agent services, corporate formation inclusive of drafting business agreements, contracts, and related services
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills to enhance business client’s success.
• Zoning Board appearances for various real estate projects Lauletta Birnbaum - Partner
2015–2017
• Legal focus on corporate, real estate and litigation services
• Large scale litigation including commercial litigation and trial experience.
• Represented several large businesses along with other partners in all aspects of business including employment, labor, litigation, corporate and litigation.
Sokol-Linden, LLC - Partner
2012–2015
• Legal focus on corporate, real estate and commercial litigation services including trial experience.
• Registered agent services, corporate formation inclusive of drafting business agreements, contracts, and related services