J. Barr, CPA, J.D.

Experience

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  Garel Law Firm

  Sept 2008 - Apr 2012

  Associate Attorney

  • Prepare complaints, subpoenas, discovery including interrogatories, request to produce, and depositions• Respond to discovery and research law, Personal Injury, Business and Criminal law• Review Insurance Contracts including coverage limits, covered parties, exclusions and policy limits• Prepare for and participate in Jury Trials

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  Broward County Government

  Apr 2012 - Aug 2013

  Internal Auditor

  -Review and analyze key government regulations including Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR)-Conduct financial and legal research to support contract negotiations and provisions-Collaborate with various departments to perform compliance, financial and vendor audits-Perform and prepare the Tutor Perini Report for the Fort Lauderdale Airport Expansion-Recover funds in cases where contractual provisions were not followed-Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and executives Show less

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  BARR LAW & CPA FIRM

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2016

  Attorney CPA

  -SOX Consultant control testing for publicly traded companies-Accounting & Tax Preparation and Advice for Small Business Owners (Schedule C), S Corporations and C Corporations -Legal research, drafting legal memos and drafting contracts for small businesses-Construction, Contracts, Real Estate and Criminal and Immigration Law Practice -Filed Student Visas, Employment Visas, Petition for Permanent Residency and Naturalization Visas

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  Memorial Hermann Health System

  Oct 2014 - Nov 2016

  Business Analyst & Audit

  -Prepare risk analysis for audit selection of projects for more than 1.2 billion spend in construction-Independently perform vendor contract audits exceeding $14,000,000 in the areas of Capital Planning and Finance, Construction, Supply Chain and Facility Services-Draft policies and procedures to improve efficiency and reduce risk in facility services-Review construction contracts for compliance with schedules of values, delivery and change orders-Participate in fraud detection and investigation-Build rapport and positive interactions with stakeholders to implement recommendations-Procure professional services through the full cycle of a research, request for proposal, bids, selection and monitor fees that follow Show less

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  Houston Community College

  Jul 2015 - Dec 2020

  Adjunct Professor

  -Teach students how to prepare financial statements, including Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement-Discuss internal controls, testing controls and fraud detection techniques-Present real world examples of Sarbanes Oxley in the work place and the importance of SOX-Present case studies that require critical thinking and application of accounting principles-Instruct students in multiple settings including face-to-face, hybrid and distance learning -Maintain up-to-date knowledge on FASB rule changes -Courses taught: Principles of Accounting, Financial Accounting, Intermediate Accounting and Audit Show less

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  Direct Energy

  Nov 2016 - May 2019

  Compliance & Contracts Manager

  -Prepare contracts, amendments and addendums -Ensure compliance with licensing requirements at state, city and county -Draft and implement risk plan for various lines of business-Analyze financial statements to determine anomalies and inefficiencies-Perform legal research in all aspects of a contractual relationship, including improper use of licensed marks and other provisions-Provide training on compliance, contracts, operations and regulatory matters-Respond to audit and compliance inquiries-Project Management oversee transition to web-based operations manual, website updates to increase speed, robust searches and mobile use Show less

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  LyondellBasell

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2021

  Attorney

  -Draft, evaluate, and negotiate contracts.-Provide contract-related issue resolution, both internally and externally.-Monitor and complete contract close-out, extension or renewal.-Manage the CDA Manager application which is used to create and track all confidentiality agreements.-Ensure accurate record keeping for all contract-related correspondence and documentation.-Communicate contract-related information and status updates to all stakeholders-Interact with clients to discuss workflow needs and priorities, and provide general advice.-Provide advice to clients regarding confidentiality agreements.-Work closely with others to appropriately integrate contractual terms.-Maintain and update all contract templates.-Reporting to the Chief IP Counsel, work with clients and legal personnel to identify areas of improvement in the contract process and implement necessary changes.-Provide training on the contract process. Show less

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  Rockwell Automation

  Aug 2021 - Mar 2023

  Commercial Contracts Manager and Counsel

  Responsible for Global Strategic Agreements, Commercial Contracts, Consortiums and Partnership Agreements:• Serving as a Contracts and Negotiations expert and resource in Commercial Contracts for tires and autos, pharmaceuticals, energy, retail and beverages;• Conducting multi-million dollar global and complex negotiations related to IT, automation, and robotics;• Training/mentoring team members and business clients on relevant legal and contractual issues;

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  Phillips 66

  Mar 2023 - now

  Contracts Consultant