Education

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science and International Relations
  University of Michigan, Ann Arbor — Graduated 1998
  Focus: International law, political systems, and legal theory.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  Georgetown University Law Center — Graduated 2002
  Specialization: Cyber law, criminal law, and intellectual property.
• Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Criminal Law and Cybersecurity Law
  University of London, Queen Mary — Graduated 2005
  Thesis: “Legal Challenges in Prosecuting Cross-Border Cybercrime.”
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US)
  International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) — Certified 2010

Professional Experience

• Early Legal Career: Associate Attorney in Technology and Privacy Law (2002–2008)
  Practiced at a leading law firm specializing in technology, privacy, and intellectual property law.
  Advised clients on data protection, compliance with emerging cybersecurity regulations, and breach response.
  Assisted in litigation involving data breaches, cyber fraud, and intellectual property disputes.
• Government Legal Advisor – Federal Cybercrime Task Force (2008–2016)
  Served as senior legal counsel to a federal cybercrime task force.
  Drafted and reviewed search warrants, subpoenas, and international mutual legal assistance treaties (MLATs).
  Coordinated with prosecutors and law enforcement agencies to ensure evidence admissibility and privacy compliance.
  Played a pivotal role in prosecuting complex cybercrime cases involving multiple jurisdictions.
• Senior Legal Consultant – International Cyber Law and Compliance (2016–2022)
  Provided consultancy services to governments, multinational corporations, and NGOs on cybercrime legislation and enforcement strategies.
  Assisted in drafting cybercrime laws aligned with international standards such as the Budapest Convention.
  Delivered training programs for law enforcement, judiciary, and corporate legal teams on cyber law and digital evidence management.
• Chief Legal Officer – Avance Intelligence (2022–Present)
  Leads the firm’s legal department, overseeing all legal aspects of investigations, compliance, and prosecutions.
  Ensures firm operations comply with domestic and international laws, including data privacy, cybercrime statutes, and financial regulations.
  Advises on risk management, contracts, and regulatory matters related to cybersecurity products and services.
  Acts as the primary liaison with prosecutors, courts, and regulatory bodies worldwide.
  Champions victim rights advocacy and develops policies to protect client confidentiality and data security.
   

Professional Affiliations

• Member, American Bar Association (ABA) – Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Section
• Member, International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
• Member, International Bar Association (IBA) – Cybercrime Committee
• Advisory Board Member, Global Cyber Law Forum