Dennis Charolle

About Dennis Charolle

I am a senior in-house technology and commercial attorney supporting global business teams operating in highly complex, fast-moving environments. My practice focuses on enabling revenue, innovation, and scale while managing legal, regulatory, and operational risk across software, cloud, digital products, advanced technologies, and global procurement.I advise global commercial organizations on sophisticated, high-value transactions involving enterprise software and SaaS, cloud services, AI-enabled solutions, data and cybersecurity, professional services, and emerging technologies. My work routinely spans multi-jurisdictional legal frameworks, complex deal structures, strategic partnerships, and mission-critical customer and supplier relationships. I am particularly experienced in navigating challenging negotiations, protecting intellectual property, structuring risk-appropriate liability and indemnification frameworks, and aligning legal strategy with commercial objectives.In parallel, I support complex procurement and sourcing initiatives, including vendor strategy, technology acquisitions, global supply arrangements, and cross-functional engagements with procurement, engineering, product, cybersecurity, and compliance teams. I am frequently engaged on artificial intelligence matters, including AI governance, responsible use, productization, data security, and regulatory readiness, helping organizations deploy AI in a compliant, ethical, and commercially viable manner.I am known as a pragmatic, business-oriented legal partner—direct, collaborative, and solutions-focused. I view Legal as an enabling function, not a barrier, and work closely with stakeholders to move quickly while maintaining disciplined risk management and strong ethical standards. Colleagues value my approachability, sense of humor, and ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for technical and commercial audiences.I thrive in environments that demand independent thinking, sound judgment, and cross-functional leadership. I am comfortable stepping outside traditional swim lanes to drive outcomes, connect teams, and ensure alignment with enterprise strategy, customer needs, and long-term value creation.

Experience

1. Assistant General Counsel

   Honeywell Technologies

   Sep 2024 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   I provide strategic counsel to senior leadership across a global portfolio of hardware, software, and services used by customers from major retailers to international airlines. I build legal infrastructure that scales, accelerates deals, and reduces risk.I launched and manage the global Legal Hub—the central resource for guidance, training, and updates—driving consistency and speed for stakeholders worldwide. I lead the Battery Council for our devices and products, aligning safety, compliance, and innovation across regions.My work spans high‑stakes, cross‑border commercial matters and complex negotiations. I partner closely with Sales and Supply Chain to structure and close global deals; with the AI Council and Data Privacy teams to operationalize responsible AI and governance; and with Cybersecurity to embed security‑by‑design and readiness into how we build and deliver.I thrive in cross‑functional environments—bringing together legal, product, engineering, and go‑to‑market teams to turn ambiguity into clear, executable paths that protect the business and move it faster.At Honeywell, we operate at the cutting edge of technology. My focus is simple: deliver practical, business‑first legal solutions that make our customers—and our teams—more productive, secure, and compliant.

Education

• Suffolk University Law School

  Juris Doctorate, Business/Commerce, General

• Boston University

  BA, International Relations

Skills

• Start-Ups
• Corporate Law
• Legal Writing
• Joint Ventures
• Licensing
• Private Equity
• Due Diligence
• Venture Capital
• Commercial Litigation
• Contract Negotiation
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Corporate Governance
• Franchising
• Publishing
• Intellectual Property
• Corporate Finance
• Legal Research
• International Trade
• Small Business
• International Project Management
• Business Planning
• Business Development
• Corporate Development
• Strategy
• Arbitration
• Litigation
• Real Estate
• Cross-Border Transactions
• Property Law
• Securities Regulation
• E-Commerce
• Capital Markets
• Courts
• Appeals
• Entrepreneurship
• Civil Litigation
• Personal Injury
• Private Wealth Growth Via International Commercial Transactions
• Bitcoin
• Bitcoin Trading