Professional Bio
I am a court appointed Volunteer Arbitrator for the 10th District Court in Nassau County, Attorney Fee Dispute Arbitration Program. As an Arbitrator I conduct hearings, evaluate evidence, apply relevant laws or contracts, issue decisions, and ensure a fair and impartial resolution to disputes presented to the court.
I am also a court appointed Volunteer Mediator for the First District Court in Suffolk County. As a Small Claims Court Mediator, I lead discussions and negotiations to help individuals amicably resolve their disputes.
Previously, I was a dedicated and resourceful manager with 15 years’ experience as a Procurement Manager, Project Manager, Marketing Manager and Franchise Service Manager. I have progressive experience in multiple business areas successfully executing complex strategies, operations, and consulting engagements related to products, technologies, applications, service offerings, customers, suppliers, distributors, and internal systems and processes. I have 7 years' experience with contact negotiations and executions.
Education and Training
Bachelors of Science, Legal Studies - SUNY Canton
NYS Part 146 Basic Mediation Training
NYS Part 146 Advanced Surrogate Court Training
NYS Part 146 Advanced Divorce Mediation Training
NYS Anti-Bias for Mediators Training (LIDRC)
Part 137 Arbitration Training for the Attorney Fee Disputes Program. With a separate seminar on Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias Training.
Member of the American Bar Association
Member of the Association for Conflict Resolution - Greater NY Chapter.