Corporate Counsel

Lisa Dorcely, Esq.

Spring Valley, NY ***** 845-***-**** **********@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/lisa-dorcely-m-a-j-d-88202728 Corporate Counsel and Compliance Specialist

Skilled corporate counsel and business strategy leader with a broad range of responsibilities, offering 10+ years of experience utilizing finely tuned analytical skills to continually improve operation processes, ensure compliance, and effectively communicate business strategy. Results focused; able to achieve maximum impact with minimal cost. Engaging presenter and skilled written communicator. Proven ability to collaborate with executives to achieve organizational objectives. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Lexis Nexis, Westlaw, Social Media Platforms, Constant Contact, Google Hangout, Microsoft Teams and Digital Marketing methodologies. Bilingual in English and Haitian Creole-French. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Legal Finance Business Strategy

Contractual Compliance Audit Digital Marketing

Detailed Research Risk Mitigation Data Analysis

Quality Control Processes Regulatory Compliance Operational Improvements PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Counsel & Compliance Specialist Global Systems Integration, Inc. (GSI) Washingtonville, NY February 2018- Presently Provide counseling to internal business teams regarding sales, finance, operations marketing, information security and human resource matters. Negotiates, drafts and reviews information technology contracts, which include but not limited to, consulting agreements, NDAs, employment-related agreements, vendor agreements and licenses. Reviews and inform executives and management team to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws related to privacy data mandates and general risks associated with the company’s operations. Assist in the continuous improvement of GSI’s corporate compliance program. Connected with outside counsel on items of a more specialized nature pertinent to the industry for which outside counsel is required. Experience with non-standard contract change requests, statement of works, contract terminations, contract modifications, and changes in scope. Disciplined in the areas of contract administration, management and negotiation which responsibilities are increasing based on the rapid expansion of the company. Conducted legal compliance quality control for all aspects of the business including auditing of employee and branch records for 50 loan officers and five branches to ensure active licensing in good standing. Collaborated with loan officers and branch managers to obtain required information to file documentation in New York and New Jersey State. Reconciled investor underwriting requirements with loan status to ensure compliance of loans in order to be sold. Liaised with senior management to address legal considerations of ownership mergers across state lines. Conducted vendor management by building rapport in order to discuss contract terms and verify compliance of terms for both parties. Developed the quarterly quality control risk assessment and company action plan to address and mitigate industry risk.

• Established policies that resulted in a significant reduction in compliance governance risk, including: a policy to establish regular staff and management meetings, internal audit of Encompass software holding applicant data, cyber security policy for customer confidentiality and the creation of training manuals for new hires.

• Directly contributed to a $5 million sales increase for the month the new policies took effect which also generated increased loan processing productivity and realization of a $20 million monthly company sales goal.

• Audited the company's banking and insurance documentation for the State of New Jersey, resulting in several fines being overturned, saving the company $20,000.

Legal & Compliance Specialist Ark Mortgage, Inc, Spring Valley, NY September 2016 - July 2017 Lisa Dorcely

Assisted the attorney specializing in commercial, real estate and immigration law by reviewing real estate contracts to ensure compliance with bank loans and conducting processes necessary to maintain active immigrant investor Visa status

(EB and H1B Visas) with the Federal government.

• Acted as a strategic partner by assessing digital marketing short- and long-term goals, implemented metrics and gave recommendations for increased marketing performance. Legal Externship WMU Cooley Law Clinic, Grand Rapids, MI September 2014 - December 2014 Conducted thorough research for various non-profit organizations seeking to become incorporated. Provided information and assistance with documentation. Assisted citizens in Kent County, MI seeking to expunge past convictions by providing document filing and court date setting procedural guidance and support, acting as a trusted adviser and advocate.

• Published a disability accommodations policy for the Michigan Secretary of State Employee Handbook, bringing the document up-to-date and in compliance with applicable state and federal law. Legislative Intern Michigan House of Representative Brian Banks, Lansing, MI May 2013 - November 2013 Coordinated campaign efforts in Detroit, MI for the 2014 election resulting in a re-election for Representative Banks. Performed public relations by arranging for back to school events in metro-Detroit to be hosted by the Representative and acted as a constituent liaison for the 70,000 constituents in Detroit's District 1. District Representative NYS Senate Member David Carlucci, 58th District, Rockland County, NY June 2011 - August 2012 Created the Constituent Solutions Database for tracking and ensuring resolution of constituent grievances with governmental agencies. Performed public relations functions by addressing Hurricane Sandy disaster efforts on behalf of the Senator at Village of Nyack and Spring Valley town hall meetings. Coordinated the New York State Haitian Day resolution in the State Senate to recognize victims of the 2011 earthquake in Haiti. Community Liaison Coordinator NYS Assembly Member Ellen Jaffee, 95th District, Rockland County, NY Jan 2011 - June 2011 Led an initiative to liaise with education advocates to collaborate on furthering the Assemblywoman Jaffee's educational reform policies. Coordinated special meetings with stakeholders and conducted extensive legislative research which contributed to the passage of the Assemblywoman Jaffee's bill proposal in the New York State legislature. Analyst/Operations Coordinator Adult Day Health Care Council, Albany, NY September 2007 - July 2010 Lobbied at the state and federal government level, producing regulatory changes for Adult Day Health Care facilities. Facilitated meetings to update over 200 members on budgeting considerations and published the quarterly newsletter to acknowledge legislative advancement of ADHCC's mission. EDUCATION

Juris Doctorate, May 2015 Western Michigan University Cooley Law School, Lansing, MI President, American Bar Association/Law School Division Head-Student Rep, Pieper Bar Review at WMU Cooley Law School Executive Team Member, WMU Cooley Moot Court Board Top 10 Advocate, 2013 Moot Court Competition

Member, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity

Member, Phi Delta Phi Law Fraternity

Law Clerk Bijal Jani, PC, Pearl River, NY January 2015 - August 2016 Lisa Dorcely

Master of Art, Liberal Studies, December 2008 University at Albany, State University of New York, Albany, NY Concentration in Public Policy, Certificate in Public Administration Bachelor of Science, Political Science, May 2007 University at Albany, State University of New York, Albany, NY Minor in English

PROFESSIONAL LICENSE

Bar Admission, Minnesota

Registered In-House Counsel, New York

ACTIVITIES/ORGANIZATIONS

Board Member, SOAR Mentorship Program Secretary, Anonymous Girls Empowered, Inc. Member, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Member, Rockland Women’s Bar Association Volunteer Campaign Coordinator, Rockland County Democrats Events Planning Committee, Rockland County Women Political Caucus Event Coordinator and Youth Director, Konbit Neg Lakay Volunteer, Rockland County Haiti Relief Member, Association of Corporate Counsel

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