Nick Athanasopoulos

Experience

1. General Counsel

   MMP Capital

   Jan 2025 — Present · Melville, NY, US

   Legal Strategy & Compliance - Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with business goals and long-term objectives. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations relevant to the leasing and lending industry. Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations affecting the company, advising management proactively. Oversee internal policies and ensure legal and regulatory standards.Collections & Litigation Management - Lead in-house collections and litigation. Manage all litigation matters, including contract disputes, collections, and enforcement actions. Negotiate settlements, oversee external counsel when necessary, and represent the company in court proceedings. Implement strategies to reduce costs through proactive collections management and risk prevention.Contract Management - Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, vendor agreements, NDAs, and other legal documents. Ensure all contracts are structured to protect MMP Capital’s interests, minimize exposure,and support growth initiatives. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to streamline contract processes and improve execution timelines.Risk Management - Identify and assess potential legal and regulatory risks associated with business activities. Develop and maintain risk mitigation strategies and provide legal guidance to leadership onhigh-impact decisions. Support MMP’s financing and securitization activities, ensuring proper legal structuring and documentation.Compliance Training & Policy Development - Develop and conduct training programs to educate employees on legal, regulatory, and compliance matters.Collaborate with internal teams to develop and maintain company policies and procedures supporting legal and operational excellence.Vendor & Partner Relationships - Review and negotiate agreements with vendors, strategic partners, and third parties. Ensure relationships are legally sound and aligned with company compliance and operational standards.

Education

• Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

  Juris Doctor, Law

  2008 — 2011

• Fordham University

  Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

  2003 — 2007

• ST. FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL

  High School Diploma

  1999 — 2003

Skills

• Trials
• Criminal Law
• Bankruptcy
• Courts
• Legal Research
• Corporate Law
• Intellectual Property
• Civil Litigation
• Lexis
• Family Law
• Trademarks
• Westlaw
• Mediation
• Appeals
• Arbitration
• Legal Writing
• Litigation
• Pleadings