Jessica Shockley Kimes
Litigation Powerhouse | Legal Executive | Trusted Advisor | Solid background in litigation, labor and employment law, compliance, corporate governance, and change management | Multibillion-dollar M&A Transactions
- Role
- Senior Counsel Labor and Employment at Kettering Health
- Location
- Dayton, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jessica Shockley Kimes
I am a litigation and compliance leader who drives operational efficiency, reduces legal…
Experience
Senior Counsel Labor and Employment
Sep 2023 — Present · Dayton, OH, US
In this capacity, I drive labor and employment legal strategies for a health network, encompassing 15 medical centers, 120+ outpatient facilities, 1800+ physicians, 15K+ employees, and an accredited multi-program college. Key highlight in this tenure:Delivered strategic counsel to HR on maintaining compliance with federal and state employment and labor laws and ensuring alignment with regulatory changes and organizational goals. Advised internal teams on corporate policies, compliance initiatives, and AI applications in healthcare.Managed employment charges, litigation, and advisory needs by delivering proactive solutions for risk mitigation and issues resolution.Developed expertise in immigration law to identify risks, uncover missed opportunities, and implement solutions to ensure compliance. Led immigration compliance initiatives by overseeing the legal department and onboarding a specialized law firm for advisory services.Demonstrated fiscal responsibility by treating organizational resources with the same care as personal investments while ensuring cost-effective and value-driven legal strategies.Streamlined immigration processes by collaborating with counsel and establishing best practices for managing employee visa renewals.Introduced efficient tracking systems to eliminate last-minute actions, prevent costly gaps, ensure compliance, and minimize the need for expedited processing or disruptive rehires
Education
West Virginia University
BA, International Studies
1994 — 1997
West Virginia University
BA, Political Science
1994 — 1997
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