Clara Duffield
Attorney at Law
Illinois
IL
About
She provides overflow support to legal departments, acts as outside general counsel, and advises businesses in a range of transactional matters
TECHNOLOGY (SaaS. Cloud. Software. Hardware. Privacy. Professional Services. Customization. White Labeling.)
PRIVACY (Data. Cybersecurity. Compliance.)
COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS (Corporate Structuring. Financing. M&A. Joint Ventures. Vendor Contracts.)
FINANCIAL SERVICES (Data. Research. Exchange Relationships. Electronic Trading. Alpha Capture. Audits.)
REAL ESTATE (Acquisition. Disposition. Financing. Leasing.… read more Construction.)
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Client Reviews
"I worked with Clara on an internal audit of market data usage, reporting and requirements for our company. Clara negotiated new agreements and modifications to existing agreements with worldwide exchanges and other data providers. She reviewed and explained the contract terms and negotiated changes to the contracts as necessary to accommodate the expected use, all while offering practical advice and assessing risk appropriately. Her ability to quickly understand business requirements and negotiate favorable contract terms was critical for timely project deliverables. I would definitely use Clara again."
"I worked with Clara on numerous SaaS and software agreements for our company. Clara negotiated new agreements and modifications to existing agreements with a wide variety of software providers and other vendors. She explained the contract terms and company policy, while thinking creatively to solve issues. I would highly recommend Clara."
Work History
Duffield Law, P.C.
Principal
Sep 2017 - Present
Offers high-quality, business-oriented advice regarding wide range of transactional matters. Founded solo practice to offer personalized service and on-demand in-house support, as an alternative to large law firms and legal staffing companies. Represents technology companies, financial services companies, real estate firms, and start ups.
Citadel LLC
In-House Counsel
Oct 2010 - Aug 2017
Led internal and external attorney team in finalizing technology, software, SaaS/cloud, hardware, research, data, consulting, confidentiality, electronic trading, market making, exchange, services, colocation, outsourcing, employment and other contracts. Supported prop trading, broker-dealer, and software sales businesses. Managed worldwide vendor contracts.
Baker & McKenzie
Real Estate and Hospitality Attorney
Jun 2004 - Oct 2010
Led large acquisition, disposition, and financing transactions. Negotiated and drafted hotel management agreements and ancillary documents. Specialized in hotels, resorts and leisure. Oversaw litigation and settled disputes, negotiated employment agreements, brokerage agreements, and other ancillary documents. Established and managed condominiums, resort clubs, and complex leases.
Kramer & Levine
Real Estate Attorney
Jun 2003 - Jun 2004
Represented large Dutch bank in a range of purchase and construction loans throughout the U.S. Represented local home builders and developers in all phases of development, including purchase of development property, obtaining construction, pre-development, and acquisition loans, drafting of reciprocal easement agreements and CC&Rs, and preparing dedications of roads and public utilities.
Altheimer & Gray
Real Estate Attorney
Jun 2002 - May 2003
Managed due diligence and title and survey review, and drafted closing documents for real estate transactions, including $1.2 billion securitization of 15 hotel properties. Conducted legal research, drafted and negotiated leases, and assisted in closing corporate and private equity transactions.