J. B.

Experience

• Forge Legal

  Attorney and Founder

  Oct 2023 - Present

  Forge Legal provides legal services for technology-related businesses and consumers.

  • Negotiated commercial contracts with major global financial services and pharmaceutical companies.
  • Helped Fortune 100 companies protect data during technology procurement processes.
  • Assisted start-ups from incorporation to exit in the tech sector.
  • Enhanced sales processes for tech businesses by reducing sales cycle through efficient legal navigation.
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  JRW Esquire LTD

  Attorney

  Apr 2024 - Jun 2025

  JRW Esquire LTD is a boutique corporate and commercial law practice serving diverse industries.

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  Theta Lake

  Senior Technology Counsel

  Mar 2022 - Oct 2023

  Theta Lake provides compliance and security solutions for modern collaboration platforms using AI.

  • Negotiated transactions with leading financial institutions to implement advanced technology solutions.
  • Managed internal security and compliance to streamline company's legal framework.
  • Supported sales teams through legal training and enablement.
  • Developed AI-assisted legal review workflows to manage regulatory, privacy, and security risks.
  • Contributed to securing major partnerships with tech giants including Cisco, Salesforce, and Zoom.
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  Squire Patton Boggs

  Attorney

  Feb 2021 - Mar 2022

  Squire Patton Boggs is a global law firm providing diversified legal services across multiple industries.

  • Handled mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance for private and public companies.
  • Developed intellectual property counsel for a global electronics testing company.
  • Reviewed and advised on commercial contracts for a global health data analytics firm.
  • Provided strategic counsel on tech and cybersecurity issues for fintech start-ups and Fortune 200 firms.
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  MCPC

  General Counsel

  Aug 2019 - Feb 2021

  MCPC enhances IT operations with device management solutions to improve digital employee experiences.

  • Led comprehensive updates to data privacy and cybersecurity measures.
  • Overhauled commercial contracts and contracting processes to increase efficiency.
  • Operationalized international business practices to expand company reach.
  • Managed company’s risk and compliance frameworks to ensure legal safety.
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  Arraya Solutions

  Corporate Counsel

  Sep 2018 - Aug 2019

  Arraya Solutions offers IT solutions, managed services, and consulting to improve business processes.

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  Arraya Solutions

  Contracts Specialist

  Nov 2016 - Sep 2018

• Holy Ghost Preparatory School

  Head Rowing Coach

  Aug 2015 - Jul 2019

  Holy Ghost Prep is an all-boys independent secondary school focusing on academic excellence and personal development.

  • Successfully started and developed the school's first rowing program.
  • Led team to win multiple regional medals and qualify for National Championships.
  • Developed athletes who became Division I recruits in four years.
  • Established a strong team culture and training program, enhancing team performance.

• Upper River Sports

  Owner

  Dec 2014 - Jul 2019

  Upper River Sports provided summer rowing programs and won the 2015 National Championship in men's U23 single sculls.

  • Built a comprehensive marketing strategy increasing database contacts to over 1500.
  • Developed brand strategy and created clear corporate messaging for internal and external communications.
  • Led team to national victory in men’s U23 single sculls.
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  MCPC

  Director of Contract Administration

  Aug 2012 - Nov 2014

  • Directed all aspects of company's contracts and agreements ensuring streamlined business operations.
  • Founded MCPc Family Charities, serving as Treasurer to support community initiatives.
  • Spearheaded initiatives for process improvements leading to a more efficient contract administration.
  • Enhanced company reputation by strengthening community ties through corporate social responsibility programs.

• Philadelphia Sculling Club

  Head Coach and Director

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2013

  Philadelphia Sculling Club is a premier high school sculling program known for successful national performances.

  • Expanded program size and diversity significantly within three years of founding.
  • Coached to 2012 National Champion wins in men's categories including quad and double sculls.
  • Successfully recruited and trained athletes from across the nation, enhancing club's competitive edge.
  • Established financial stability by managing budgets and planning revenue-generating activities.
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  Moorestown Friends School

  Middle and Upper School Teacher

  Jan 2002 - Dec 2005

  Moorestown Friends School is a Quaker-based educational institution focusing on personal and academic excellence.