Caitlin Vanderkarr
VP, Legal
- Role
- Vice President, Legal at Cogir Senior Living
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Caitlin Vanderkarr
I leverage my diverse legal experience gained through work with government agencies, private law firms, private companies, and educational institutions. My experience across various industries has equipped me with valuable insights, enabling me to develop creative solutions, anticipate risks, and craft effective strategies.Some notable previous career highlights include:· Minimized litigation risk for all areas of regulation (gaming, sports betting, fantasy sports contest, boxing, MMA, horse racing), achieving favorable outcomes with a high settlement rate and preventing claims payout· Collaborated with executive team members weekly to ensure 150+ licensees adhere to regulatory requirements, supporting $6B+ in annual betting activity and fantasy sports betting operations· Oversaw all compliance activities (financial audits, site visits, technology audits, site safety, marketing, online sports betting) for team of 31 employees, achieving compliance for licensees· Drafted intergovernmental agreements between the State and tribes, sets of regulations (sports betting, fantasy sports contests, horse racing, boxing/MMA), contracts/NDAs, and media communications/press releases, leading to stakeholders launching sports betting operations within 6 monthsTo connect with me or have a conversation, feel free to reach out!Core Competencies: Contract Drafting & Negotiation, AI Implementation, Digital Assets, SaaS, Privacy, Licensing, EULAs, PPs, TOS/TOU, Cybersecurity, Marketing Agreements, Supply Chain Agreements, Technology Transactions, Procurement, Government Contracts, Corporate Communications, Risk Mitigation, Project Management, Client Relationships, Legal Issues Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Legal Research, Contract Law, Policy Stategy, Employment Law, Policies and Procedures, Statutory Interpretation
Experience
Vice President, Legal
Nov 2025 — Present · Scottsdale, AZ, US
Provide legal counsel across commercial contracting, HR, litigation, compliance, and corporate governance.• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with business partners and service providers.• Advise HR leadership on employee relations, employment risk, and policy matters.• Oversee litigation, including class actions, arbitrations, settlements, and defense strategies.• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in the senior living industry and corporate operations.• Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve delivery of legal services.• Partner with executive leadership to provide practical, business-focused legal guidance that supports organizational growth.
Education
Michigan State University College of Law
Juris Doctor
2012 — 2015
Arizona State University
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Mathematics
2010 — 2012
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Women's Studies
2006 — 2010
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