Lena Kempe
Attorney at Law
New York
NY
"Very detailed oriented and knowledgeable. She is able to understand the business..."
About
Most recently, she has served as General Counsel for a healthcare technology startup and a multinational E-commerce company. Previously, she had built a legal function for a public financial services company and served as sole legal counsel for a global E-commerce subsidiary of a multinational company.
She has supported a wide range of matters including commercial and technology contracts, online terms and privacy policies, data privacy and security,… read more employment law and severance agreements, intellectual property, SEC filings, regulatory compliance, real estate leases, advertising and marketing, and dispute resolution for companies ranging from startups to multinational multi-billion-dollar companies.
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"She works with your timeline and needs."
"Working with Lena was a fantastic experience! Her patience and attention to detail are much appreciated. I look forward to working with her again!"
"I had a great experience working with Lena Kemp. Lena went above and beyond to complete my job by spending time over the weekend to get it done. Her communication was clear and responsive throughout the project, which helped ensure its success. I would highly recommend Lena to anyone looking for a reliable and committed service provider."
"I had the pleasure of working with Lena on an ownership agreement. They truly exceeded my expectations in every aspect. Their clear and concise communication ensured I understood each step of the process. They were incredibly responsive, addressing any questions or concerns I had promptly. Their knowledge in this area was evident, providing well-informed advice and guidance. The lawyer met all deadlines, demonstrating their professionalism and commitment to my case. I highly recommend their services for any legal matters."
"Lena is a responsive and practical commercial attorney. I highly recommend her. Willow Yang, General Counsel at CaptivateIQ"
"A thoughtful, thorough legal mind with a strong work ethic and a quick turnaround. Lena has been instrumental this year in helping our company navigate a wide range of legal topics, including contracts, regulatory compliance, and employment matters. Even—and especially—in crunch time, we've been able to count on Lena to deliver high quality work on a tight schedule. Lena not only brings subject matter expertise, but also professionalism and a personable approach that have made her a joy to partner with."
Work History
Buoy Health
General Counsel (Outside GC)
Aug 2022 - Present
Oversaw legal affairs of a health technology startup.
Advised C-level executives on healthcare regulations (including HIPAA) and litigation exposure.
Negotiated and reviewed commercial and technology contracts; advised on employment law issues and issues related to AI products, including data privacy and security, IP, and consumer protection laws; revise online terms and data privacy policy.
ModusLink Corporation
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
Dec 2021 - Jul 2022
Served on the Executive Leadership Team for a multinational E-commerce and supply chain management company with over 1,000 employees; oversaw legal affairs; managed a small legal team.
Advised the Board of Directors and C-level executives on a variety of legal matters. Negotiated and drafted commercial and technology contracts. Advised on employment law and IP issues.
DailyPay Inc.
Associate General Counsel
May 2021 - Dec 2021
Served as lead attorney for a fintech payment startup.
Advised C-level executives on financial regulatory compliance issues and data privacy issues, including GLBA.
Pitney Bowes
Assistant General Counsel
Apr 2019 - May 2021
Served as sole legal counsel for Borderfree, a global E-commerce subsidiary of Pitney Bowes, a multinational technology company with annual revenue of approximately $3.5 billion; counseled C-level executives. Negotiated and drafted commercial and technology contracts. Revised contract templates and privacy policy.
Wolters Kluwer
Senior Counsel
Feb 2018 - Apr 2019
Served as lead attorney in technology transactions and data privacy matters for Global Business Services unit of a multinational information services company with annual sales of approximately EUR 3.7 billion. Negotiated and drafted multimillion-dollar technology and vendor contracts, including SaaS agreements.
Value Line, Inc.
Associate General Counsel
Sep 2010 - Jan 2018
Served as sole legal counsel for a public financial services company specializing in investment research/publications; built a legal function. Reported directly to the CEO; oversaw legal affairs.
Served as Corporate Secretary for the Board of Directors; advised the Board and senior management on corporate governance and financial regulations. Handled IP clearance,filing, licensing & infringement.
Rakuten Advertising
Senior Counsel
Jun 2008 - Jul 2009
Senior Counsel for LinkShare, a startup acquired by Rakuten
Independently supported the Marketing, Sales, and IT Departments of a leading provider of online advertising services. Negotiated and drafted commercial and technology agreements. Handled iP registration, licensing and infringement matters.