Mediator Resume

Experienced mediator, trial attorney, and Major General with over 18 years legal experience and 35 years of military service. Partner at a national law firm representing businesses in complex commercial litigation, construction, real estate, cybersecurity, drones, and government contracting. Qualified mediator and arbitrator with extensive experience representing parties and serving as a neutral in a wide range of legal disputes. Unique operational military experience as the primary adviser to the Commander of USCYBERCOM, Director of the NSA, and Chief of the CSS provides an unmatched perspective on cybersecurity, national security, intelligence, and government contracting matters. Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Stinson LLP - Partner

Attorney, Arbitrator, Mediator; Military Officer (Army Major General)

Partner, Stinson LLP, 2008-Present; Mobilization Assistant to the Commander of U.S. Cyber Command/Director of the National Security Agency/Chief of the Central Security Service, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security 2024-Present; Mobilization Assistant to the Deputy Chief (Central Security Service), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security 2023-2024; Mobilization Assistant to the Director of Intelligence (J-2) (U.S. Cyber Command), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security 2020-2023; Assistant Division Commander - Maneuver, 34th Infantry Division, 2021-2023; Assistant Division Commander – Sustainment, 34th Infantry Division, 2020-2021; Brigade Commander, 347th Regional Support Group, 2017-2020; Director of Intelligence (J-2), Minnesota Joint Force Headquarters, 2016-2017; National Security Fellow, U.S. Army War College Senior Service Fellowship Program, Tufts University Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, 2015-2016; Battalion Commander, 334th Engineer Battalion, 1st ABCT, 34th Infantry Division, 2014-2015; Battalion Commander, 1/34th Brigade Special Troops Battalion, 1st ABCT, 34th Infantry Division, 2013-2014; G-2/Assistant Chief of Staff, 34th Infantry Division, 2010-2013; Analysis and Control Element Chief, 34th Infantry Division, 2008-2010; Company Commander, A/1-168 Infantry, 2nd BDE, 34th Infantry Division, 2001-2005; Platoon Leader, Menwith Hill Station, United Kingdom, 1997-2000; Military Intelligence Officer Basic Course and Signals Intelligence / Electronic Warfare School, Fort Huachuca, Arizona, 1996-1997.

CONSTRUCTION AND REAL ESTATE. Extensive experience representing general contractors, subcontractors, developers, owners, and property managers in litigation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Practice encompasses energy service contracts and performance contracts, bid disputes, construction defect claims, payment disputes, mechanic's liens, termination clause interpretation, delay and disruption disputes, payment and performance bonds, claims and change orders, inspection and rejection criteria, and cardinal change disputes. Co-chairs a national law firm's Construction Practice Group, providing leadership on complex construction matters across multiple jurisdictions. Transactional experience includes contract drafting, review, and negotiations for construction projects of varying scope and complexity. Representation extends to defending owners against wrongful turn-over demands in receivership and bankruptcy proceedings. Real estate litigation experience includes disputes involving commercial and residential properties, eminent domain matters, easement agreements, development agreements, and property management conflicts. Recognition as a member of the Minnesota Lawyer POWER30 for Real Estate and Construction Law in 2022 reflects demonstrated excellence in this practice area. BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL LITIGATION. Represents clients in a wide variety of commercial disputes, including civil Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations claims, Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence matters, Foreign Agent Registration Act compliance, judgment enforcement and domestication of foreign judgments (both sister-state and international), business torts, Uniform Commercial Code disputes, unfair competition, emergency injunctive relief, franchisee/franchisor disputes, shareholder and ownership disputes, tortious interference with contracts, banking and securities litigation, foreclosure defense, public utilities litigation, trust and estate litigation, and general contract litigation. Experience prosecuting claims and defending clients' interests in courtrooms across the country, dealing with a broad spectrum of litigated and appellate matters. Practice includes representation in federal and state courts at both trial and appellate levels, with admitted practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit and multiple federal district courts. Commercial insurance disputes represent a significant portion of practice, including representation of insurers and insureds in coverage, indemnification, subrogation, scheduled rating and premium disputes, and defense issues. Policy types addressed include general liability, professional liability (errors and omissions), wrap-up insurance (Owner-Controlled Insurance Programs/Contractor-Controlled Insurance Programs), commercial property, property and business interruption, school and educators legal liability, directors and officers, employment liability, fiduciary liability, workers compensation, aerospace and unmanned aircraft systems, general aviation liability, aircraft liability, third-party war liability, and cyber insurance. CYBERSECURITY AND TECHNOLOGY. Assists clients with current and emerging cybersecurity issues, including cybersecurity preparedness, data breach and ransomware incident response, disputes and litigation, regulatory investigations, and cyber insurance matters. Current role as Mobilization Assistant to the Commander of U.S. Cyber Command, Director of the National Security Agency, and Chief of the Central Security Service, as well as previous role as the Mobilization Assistant to the Director of Intelligence (J-2) for U.S. Cyber Command, provides operational cybersecurity experience virtually unmatched in the legal industry.

Qualified mediator and arbitrator under Minnesota Rule 114. Has served as a mediator and/or represented parties throughout the country in over 250 mediations and arbitrations involving claims up to $64m and serves as a neutral in a wide range of legal disputes across multiple practice areas, including, but not limited to: business and commercial disputes, shareholder disputes, business dissolutions, leasing, FINRA, construction, real estate, eminent domain, condemnation, employment, environmental, and contract-related issues. Familiar with the procedural requirements and best practices for conducting efficient and fair arbitration and mediation proceedings. Pro bono service includes work with the Children's Law Center, the Volunteer Lawyer's Network, and the State Public Defender's Office, demonstrating commitment to access to justice and experience with diverse client populations and dispute types.

Facilitative

Familiar with, and proficient in, online communications platforms including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and GoToMeeting. Willing to conduct arbitration hearings and mediations using online platforms, in-person, or hybrid formats. Preference for electronic document sharing throughout the case; willing to receive all submissions and evidence in electronic format. Fluent in the standard Microsoft suite of programs. Experienced in navigating electronically stored information and documents. Background in cybersecurity provides sophisticated understanding of ESI issues, including authentication, metadata, and preservation requirements. Military experience and various certifications demonstrates familiarity with artificial intelligence applications. Understanding of AI-driven tools and their potential applications in case analysis and dispute resolution reflects a tech-savvy approach to a modern legal practice. Operational experience with AI applications in the national security and cyber operations contexts provides practical perspective on emerging technology issues. Extensive experience with specialized technology systems through military service, including intelligence systems, secure communications platforms, and data analysis tools. This technology background enables efficient management of complex, document-intensive mediation and arbitration proceedings.

U.S. Army War College (2016); Hamline University School of Law (now Mitchell Hamline School of Law) (J.D., magna cum laude – 2007); University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (B.S., Political Science, with highest honors, Distinguished Military Graduate - 1996). Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering (Certificate, Leading Data-Driven and Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Organizations – 2025); Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Executive Education (Certificate, General and Flag Officer Homeland Security Executive Seminar – 2024); Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs (Certificate, National Security Management – 2023); U.S. Air Force Air War College (Certificate, Cyber Operations – 2022); Tufts University, Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy (Certificate, International Security Studies, U.S. Army War College National Security Fellowship Program - 2016).

Admitted to the Bar: Minnesota (2008), Iowa (2020); U.S. District Court: Southern and Northern Districts of Iowa (2021), District of Minnesota (2008); U.S. Court of Appeals: Eighth Circuit (2020). Qualified Mediator and Arbitrator under Minnesota Rule 114 2008. Holds Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Security Clearance (Active).

Minnesota State Bar Association (Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, Board Member 2010-2015; Construction Law Section, Board Member 2010); Minnesota Federal Bar Association; Hennepin County Bar Association; American Bar Association; Association of Builders and Contractors; Associated General Contractors of America; National Guard Association of the United States (Life Member); U.S. Army War College Foundation (Life Member); 34th Infantry Division Association, Commander's Own (Life Member); Military Intelligence Corps Association, North Star Chapter; National Infantry Association.

2025 "Tariff Turbulence: Strengthening Construction Contracts to Weather the Storm," Stinson Alert, March 2025 2025 2025 Construction Law Update – Minneapolis, St. Louis, and Webinar presentations, April 2025 2024 "Tackling the Minnesota State High School League's Transfer Eligibility Rules," Stinson Alert, June 2024 2024 "Building Tomorrow: Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Construction Law," Leading Builders of America presentation 2024 AI in Design and Construction, July 2024 2024 2024 Construction Law Update, March 2024 2024 Minnesota Monthly's 2024 List of Top Lawyers in Minnesota (recognition) 2023 "Now is Your Chance to be Heard on the FCC's New Proposed Drone Regulations," February 2023 2023 2023 Construction Law Update, Stinson LLP, February 2023 2022 Fall Construction Seminar, Kansas City, November 2022 2022 33rd Annual Construction Law Update, February 2022 Ongoing Co-Author, "Chapter 20: Judgment Enforcement," Minnesota State Bar Association's Civil Practice Deskbook, 2011-Present

Hourly Rate: $820.00 Daily Rate: Not provided Study Rate: $820.00/hr Cancellation: $820.00/hr Cancellation Period: 30 Days Comment:

English

United States of America

Minneapolis, Minnesota