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Whitney Waldner

Whitney Waldner

Corporate & Startup Lawyer
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Summary

Corporate legal professional equipped to navigate complex legal landscapes with precision and ethical rigor. Demonstrates strong focus on collaboration and delivering results, adapting seamlessly to evolving business needs. Expertise includes contract negotiation, compliance, risk management, and legal advisory. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective communication within corporate environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Legal Manager

Lazo
05.2024 - Current
  • Advise startups on formation, capital structure, and funding strategies.
  • Advised clients on navigating complex legal requirements tied to fundraising activities.
  • Negotiate and draft venture capital investment agreements, term sheets, cap tables, and shareholder agreements.
  • Conduct due diligence, and prepare legal documentation for investment transactions and exits.
  • Facilitated deal negotiations between startups and investors, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements were reached.
  • Provide guidance on tax-efficient structures for startups and investors.
  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Advised clients on risk mitigation strategies related to corporate governance matters, minimizing potential exposure to lawsuits or regulatory action.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely communication and thorough explanations of complex legal concepts.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Monitored sales trends to adjust pricing strategies for optimal profitability.
  • Improved legal department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new case management systems.

Corporate Lawyer

GPG Advisory Partners
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted due diligence investigations for mergers and acquisitions, identifying potential risks and ensuring smooth transactions.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal advice on various corporate issues.
  • Kept current on legislative issues, statutes and decisions that affected company interests.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and provide informed recommendations.
  • Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation, and accomplish goals of clients.
  • Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
  • Served as corporation lawyer for corporations by managing daily operation and legal compliance.
  • Conducted research and analysis of specific legal questions and advised business on variety of legal areas.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to execute successful mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
  • Guided clients through restructuring processes that resulted in improved operational efficiencies.
  • Evaluated potential risks associated with business transactions and provided strategic counsel accordingly.
  • Conduct due diligence investigations, and provide legal opinions on various legal issues.
  • Represent clients in negotiations and dispute resolution proceedings.

Corporate Lawyer

TRSYM Law Firm
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Participate in negotiations and client meetings;
  • Advice clients on the legal requirements and procedures for company formation;
  • Prepare and file legal documents, including articles of incorporation, bylaws and other corporate governance documents;
  • Conduct legal research and analysis on corporate law and regulations;
  • Maintain accurate records and files of all legal documents and activities related to companies.

Lawyer Assistant

MCA Law Firm
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Provide accurate and practical advice to clients on a wide range of legal issues;
  • Register companies and their yearly reporting obligations at The Argentine Office of Corporations ('IGJ');
  • Draft and review contracts and agreements;
  • Civil and commercial jurisdiction: processing of lawsuits; drafting all type of legal presentations and conduction of legal research;
  • Provide legal analysis on various legal issues.

Education

Lawyer - Legal Studies

University of Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina
05.2001 -

Bachelor in Economics - Accountant

Mariano Acosta High School
Buenos Aires
05.2001 -

Skills

Agreement negotiation

International law

Corporate governance

Mergers and acquisitions

Securities regulation

Antitrust law

Contracts

Legal advising

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Client confidentiality

Multitasking Abilities

Investor relations

Courses

DITC Fintech UDESA

Timeline

Legal Manager

Lazo
05.2024 - Current

Corporate Lawyer

GPG Advisory Partners
01.2022 - Current

Corporate Lawyer

TRSYM Law Firm
01.2021 - 01.2022

Lawyer Assistant

MCA Law Firm
01.2017 - 01.2021

Lawyer - Legal Studies

University of Buenos Aires
05.2001 -

Bachelor in Economics - Accountant

Mariano Acosta High School
05.2001 -

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