Risk Management Conflicts Attorney

AWA MARENAH

206-***-**** ***.*******@*******.*** Washington, DC

PROFILE

Results-oriented Conflicts Attorney with a proven track record of navigating complex legal challenges and mitigating risks. Proficient in developing comprehensive conflicts and compliance programs while negotiating strategic agreements. SKILLS & LICENSES

SKILLS: Conflicts Due Diligence Risk Management Legal Research and Analysis Regulatory Compliance Policy Analysis SOFTWARE: MS Office Suite; Intapp, Everlaw, LexisNexis, Acuity BAR ADMISSIONS: Washington, DC, State of New York (Process of Waiving In, July 2025) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HOGAN LOVELLS – WASHINGTON, DC November 2024 – Current Conflicts Attorney

• Conduct comprehensive conflict of interest analyses for prospective and existing clients, ensuring compliance with ethical standards across jurisdictions for over 150 clients

• Maximize the capabilities of Intapp and Acuity to analyze complex data sets, leading to more informed conflict management strategies and enhanced firm-wide risk mitigation

• Collaborate with practice groups to identify and clients across multiple mitigate potential conflicts, facilitating smooth onboarding and project execution for a diverse portfolio of sectors

• Assist in developing and implementing risk management protocols, contributing to a streamlined process for handling conflict-related inquiries

• Assist with the design of training programs on conflicts guidelines to enhance awareness and compliance among attorneys and staff

• Manage the firm’s conflict database, performing audits to ensure accurate reporting and adherence to regulatory requirements

• Contribute to the refinement of conflict policies, aligning firm practices with industry best standards KPMG - UPPER MARLBORO, MD February 2024 – October 2024 E-Discovery Attorney [Contract – Extended]

• Quickly learned and adapted to various software programs, including Excel, Everlaw, Relativity, and LexisNexis

• Drafted detailed reports outlining key findings and recommendations for further action

• Participated in client meetings and case strategy discussions, offering valuable insights based on document review findings

• Conducted comprehensive document reviews at multiple levels to ensure legal compliance and accuracy

• Handled complex document review projects across various case types, including antitrust, employment, intellectual property, securities, and complex commercial litigation

• Navigated challenging document review environments in real-time, such as large-scale data sets, multiple custodians, and tight deadlines, to deliver accurate and timely results.

• Utilized advanced search and categorization tools to efficiently extract relevant information from extensive documentation.

• Coordinated privilege reviews and identified confidential information, working closely with clients to assert privileges in a timely manner

EPIQ - PHOENIX, AZ April 2023 – January 2024

Project Specialist Conflicts [Contract – Extended to Fulltime]

• Navigated complex legal challenges for high-profile clients in the legal industry such, including antitrust investigations, class action lawsuits, and intellectual property disputes leveraging analytical skills and legal expertise to devise innovative solutions and mitigate risks

• Articulated complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively to both legal and non-legal stakeholders, building strong relationships and fostering trust

• Applied a deep understanding of antitrust law, contract law, and litigation to provide expert guidance and ensure compliance with complex regulations

• Streamlined legal operations by developing cutting-edge procedures that significantly increased efficiency and improved client satisfaction

• Consistently exceeded client expectations by delivering exceptional legal outcomes and meeting tight deadlines

• Proficiently utilized legal technology tools to streamline workflows, analyze data, and drive informed decision-making TWILIO - PHOENIX, AZ October 2021 – April 2023

Compliance Specialist - Attorney

• Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive compliance program that ensured adherence to FCC regulations, privacy, and data protection requirements, including GDPR and CCPA - preventing millions in fiscal loss

• Provided strategic legal guidance and collaborated with cross-functional teams to build and maintain effective compliance programs, remaining current on FCC rule changes, industry best practices, and evolving privacy and data protection regulations

• Utilized legal expertise to minimize regulatory risks by providing guidance on data privacy policies, incident response procedures, and cross-border data transfers

• Developed and implemented internal processes, procedures, and work standards based on applicable FCC, privacy, and data protection laws, increasing compliance rates by 80% across the organization

• Fostered a culture of compliance through ongoing training and development opportunities for staff, including a targeted upskilling program for junior employees to address privacy and data protection requirements

• Analyzed vendor contracts to identify discrepancies and draft standard contract terms that aligned with FCC licensing, reporting obligations, and data privacy requirements PAYPAL - CHANDLER, AZ September 2020 – October 2021 Global Compliance Specialist

• Partnered with Global Compliance Management and key stakeholders to track risks and compliance vulnerabilities and utilized findings to provide sound guidance and inform opportunities for improvement

• Developed and maintained comprehensive compliance documentation, streamlining reporting processes and improving audit readiness

• Remained current on SEC/FINRA and other industry-specific regulations and advised regulatory departments on appropriate actions to address business changes

• Employed compliance reporting systems to generate weekly reports, assess customer activity, and track Anti-Money Laundering or illegal financial activity, reducing violations and monetary loss by 85%

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement compliance training programs, enhancing employee awareness of regulatory changes and reducing compliance breaches by 25% within a three-month period CLERKSHIPS / INTERNSHIPS

SEAY/FELTON LLC TRIAL LAWYERS – ATLANTA, GA Law Clerk/Intern November 2019 – March 2020 THE COCHRAN FIRM - ATLANTA, GA Law Clerk/Intern January – August 2018 EDUCATION

ATLANTA’S JOHN MARSHALL LAW SCHOOL - ATLANTA, GA Juris Doctor May 2020

• AWARDS: Ann Kimsey Scholarship Cali Award-Legal Research and Writing Cali Award- Agency American Immigration Lawyers Association Member Georgia Association of Women Lawyers Member EMORY UNIVERSITY - ATLANTA, GA Juris Master May 2017

• MEMBER: Black Law Students Association International Humanitarian Law Clinic Corporate and Business Law Society

NORTH CAROLINA A&T STATE UNIVERSITY - Greensboro, NC B.A., Liberal Studies, Concentration (Pre-Law) May 2016

• AWARDS: Dean's List/National Dean's List IES Paris -Study Abroad Program 2015 Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Merit Based Scholarship NACCP, Member COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

• Greater Washington Area Chapter, Women Lawyers Division, National Bar Association, Member

• District of Columbia Bar, Member

• The Innocence Project (MAIP), Pro Bono Attorney

• Big Brothers, Big Sisters of America, Member

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