Michael Haskins

About Michael Haskins

As an accomplished General Counsel and corporate leader with many years of experience, I excel in guiding legal strategy within fast-paced technology and media environments. I specialize in product development, privacy, and global regulatory compliance, bringing a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach that supports business agility and data security.In my current role as General Counsel at Equus Software—an Inc. company recognized for its innovative global workforce management solutions—I’ve built the company’s in-house legal team from the ground up. My focus spans structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex agreements essential to our SaaS platforms and software offerings, including IP licensing, strategic alliances, consulting, and joint development agreements. I also lead efforts to maintain data security standards, spearheading initiatives like ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certifications and implementing AI guiding principles.Throughout my career, I have prioritized building cross-functional relationships and guiding teams to integrate compliance and privacy-by-design principles seamlessly into product development. I’m passionate about creating a collaborative legal culture that meets evolving industry standards and empowers business growth.

Experience

1. General Counsel

   Equus Software

   May 2020 — Present

   As General Counsel at Equus Software—recognized by Inc. as one of the fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S—I’m privileged to support a dynamic team in our mission to innovate global workforce management solutions. With offices in Denver, Dallas, Lisbon, London, and Manila, we are dedicated to empowering organizations worldwide with the tools to manage mobile workforces efficiently and securely.In my role, I oversee the structuring, drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of complex agreements, including those essential to our SaaS platforms, software offerings, and global partnerships. My responsibilities span strategic alliances, intellectual property licenses, consulting and support agreements, and joint development ventures, ensuring we deliver compliant, secure, and high-quality solutions to our clients.Equus is deeply committed to pioneering technology that meets the evolving needs of global workforces, and I’m proud to contribute to that vision through strategic legal leadership that supports our growth and innovation.

Education

• University of Denver - Sturm College of Law

  JD, Law

  2002 — 2006

• Northern State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business

  1992 — 1998

Skills

• Intellectual Property
• Legal Writing
• Litigation
• Television
• Courts
• Legal Research
• Mediation
• Contract Negotiation
• Entertainment
• Trials
• Legal Assistance
• Film
• Commercial Litigation
• Trademarks
• Licensing
• Product Liability
• Depositions
• Production
• Video
• Civil Litigation
• New Media
• Entertainment Law
• Film Production
• Corporate Law
• Construction Law