Richard B. Patterson

About Richard B. Patterson

Highly Experienced Sr. Level Attorney Well-rounded, experienced Senior Level Attorney with a successful background of providing strategic advice to executive management which advances an organization’s mission and goals. Significant strengths in commercial litigation, regulatory compliance and corporate law. An outstanding legal strategist and trusted advisor who effectively anticipates legal issues, manages risk, and ensures compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Diligent in the pursuit of the best solutions for a company. Strengths encompass: Legal Strategy/Management and Litigation Mediation/Dispute Resolution/ADR Legal Advisement/Litigation Commercial Real Estate Outside Counsel Oversight Personal Injury Contract Review/Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Programs & Audits Policy/Procedure Development Crisis Intervention/PR Response Landlord-Tenant Law Case Management Significant strengths in Business Litigation with demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams as a tactical business partner, cultural and change steward, and operational expert. Strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity with exceptional integrity and ethics. Provide superior representation while handling all aspects of intake, litigation, and settlement. Invaluable legal expertise, able to efficiently balance the costs of litigation with desired results.

Experience

1. Interim General Counsel Senior Staff Attorney

   Gulfstream Park

   Aug 2015 — Present · Hallandale Beach, FL, US

   Legal/Regulatory Compliance/Document Review Quickly address matters pertaining to AML compliance and with gaming industry regulations affecting conduct and licensing. Ensure internal controls, policies and procedures, systems, reporting, training, and resources are in place to meet regulatory expectations. Provide advice directly to senior executives regarding any commercial development/expansion, engineering, environmental, legal and/or public relations issues. Manage a team of outside attorneys on complex litigation. Review, draft and approve contracts pertaining to advertising, purchasing, landlord-tenant, casino vendors, liquor licensing, racetrack operations, and entertainment events.Strategic Operational Planning/Risk Management Participate as member of the Leadership Team in establishing governance processes of direction and control to ensure that objectives are achieved, risks are managed appropriately and company resources are used responsibly. Successfully implemented an Early Intervention Strategy to resolve personal injury cases quickly and limit liability, risk, and legal cost. Developed and implemented future defense fund and preventative measures to avoid litigation through mediations, settlements, etc. Conduct legal research on Westlaw and/or Lexis Nexis on existing law, statutes and rules for pre-trial hearings. Develop talking points to respond to media inquiries and manage sensitive business reputation and public relations issues. Work closely with outside counsel on all investigations and slip-and-fall litigation. Performed due diligence and contributed to an ongoing landlord-tenant case resulting in a favorable verdict. Partner with some of the largest law firms in the state on issues including personal injury, regulatory matters, and commercial real estate.

Education

• New England Law | Boston

  Juris Doctor Degree (JD)

• UMass Boston

  Bachelor of Arts Degree