Zaniah Jordan-Kendricks

Corporate Associate @Holland & Hart LLP

Las Vegas, NV, US

At Holland & Hart, I work closely with clients across the corporate lifecycle—from early-stage startups to mature companies—providing transactional and advisory legal services tailored to their evolving needs. My day-to-day involves everything from drafting and filing formation documents to advising on compliance matters across multiple jurisdictions. I collaborate regularly with colleagues in tax, IP, real estate, and employment to deliver comprehensive legal guidance. A big part of my role is translating complex legal issues into actionable strategies that align with business goals. Whether reviewing contracts, managing SEC filings, or steering restructuring efforts, I strive to be a proactive legal partner.Key Achievements:• Led governance cleanup and restructuring initiatives for closely held entities by updating operating agreements, bylaws, and consents, mitigating exposure and aligning documentation with modern practices• Served as go-to legal advisor for General Counsel and business teams, offering practical guidance that balanced legal risk with strategic goals• Directed legal coordination in transactional meetings, identifying when to escalate matters to subject-matter experts to optimize outcomes• Strengthened SEC reporting compliance by managing disclosures for 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements for public companies• Closed high-value M&A and financing transactions by overseeing diligence, preparing disclosure schedules, and aligning internal and external stakeholders