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08/12/2026

Thinking about selling your business? Fix it first.

Fix-It-First™ is an 8-minute Seller Deal Readiness Assessment designed to identify legal and governance vulnerabilities *before* they become buyer concerns during due diligence and deal negotiations.

Know where you're strong. Know where you're vulnerable. Identify what you can before the buyer does.

Watch the 1-minute demo: https://youtu.be/plIAWQb9my4

Fix-It-First™. Prepare today. Negotiate stronger tomorrow.

Thinking about selling your business now—or know the time is coming...

07/13/2026

I'm pleased to share that the American Bar Association has published my latest article, Five Lessons I Didn't Expect to Learn After a Corporate Career.

Although written from my own experience, it's really about something many professionals encounter at some point in their careers: navigating identity, purpose, and unexpected growth during times of transition.

I hope you enjoy it.

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/senior_lawyers/resources/voice-of-experience/2026-july/five-lessons-i-didnt-expect-to-learn-in-my-life-after-a-corporate-career/
This article was originally published by the American Bar Association's Senior Lawyers Division's newsletter, Voice of Experience.

Stepping away from corporate life can force an uncomfortable confrontation with identity, especially when institutional status, titles, and professional clout have been steady companions throughout your career.

07/03/2026

I recently had the privilege of joining CGTN America to discuss the recent Supreme Court decisions, including the Court's reaffirmation of the Fourteenth Amendment's Citizenship Clause and the principle that American citizenship should not be divided into first- and second-class status.

Please see link below. I hope you enjoy. And Happy Fourth to America as we continue to strive for that perfect Union!

The U.S. Supreme Court wrapped up one of its most consequential ter...

03/13/2026

On March 11, 2026, I joined CGTN’s Global Business to discuss the possible aftereffects of the Supreme Court's Feb. 20, 2026 decision to strike down the IEEPA tariffs, refunds, and the U.S. trade environment moving forward.

Hey, it isn't often that trade law makes primetime news, but when it does, I'm totally here for it!

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that the Trump administration's tariffs are illegal, raising the question of what comes next for businesses that paid them. ...

03/05/2026

I’m grateful to be featured in Enspire Magazine in a conversation about leadership, empathy, and the journey that led me to build General Counsel Support Services.

My career has taken me through big law, corporate leadership, motherhood, burnout, and ultimately entrepreneurship. Along the way I’ve learned that success isn’t just about titles or compensation — it’s about building systems that support people and remembering the human impact behind every decision.

Thank you to Enspire Magazine for the thoughtful profile. I hope the story resonates with anyone navigating their own definition of success.

02/23/2026

Had a great time discussing the Supreme Court’s blockbuster February 20, 2026 decision on CGTN America Global Business with Sally Ayhan.

As much as all 10K+ of us were logged in to SCOTUSblog the morning on Feb. 20 waiting with bated breath to see if today was the day, and the almost audible gasp heard through the live chat when it was announced that the Court was rendering its tariffs decision, the majority opinion was actually quite measured.

It was not a disappointment by any stretch of the imagination. But it was measured. And very much protective of the Constitution and the intent of the Founding Fathers as it pertained to the power of the purse.

Maybe discussing the separation of constitutional powers doesn't make for exciting tv, but I had a great time! Please see clip here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ax-UpZYI-Qo

The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down President Trump’s sweeping tariffs, ruling the executive branch exceeded its authority under federal trade law.What do...

02/16/2026

One of the most important lessons I learned as General Counsel is the ability to peek around corners, because by the time data confirms a problem, the business impact has usually already occurred.

When new tariffs were announced last year, I didn’t wait for economic reports. I looked at how contracts and shipment terms actually allocate liability, and it was clear that U.S. importers would bear most of the cost.

I discussed this in a posted video reel ahead of the Supreme Court Nov. 5, 2025 oral arguments, and then later published an article in Jurist.org examining how a foreign-facing-terrorist-defunding statute (IEEPA) was being used to impose financial burdens primarily on Americans.

Three months later, on Feb. 12, 2026, the Federal Reserve issued a report that essentially confirmed the same. It found that over 90% of tariff costs landed on American firms and consumers. On February 13, 2026, China Global Television Network ask me to walk through why that result was predictable long before the numbers caught up (CGTN interview link below).

Why is the timeline important? Foresight is one of a GC’s most valuable tools. When businesses can anticipate how legal and regulatory shifts translate into real operational impact, they’re able to manage risk earlier and far more proactively.

This is the approach I bring through my fractional general counsel work for organizations navigating complex change. General Counsel Support Services

https://youtu.be/s9so4hS8TpE?si=Pa3SuzRFN45wEpjI

Former logistics expert, Nadine Jones, discusses findings from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York on who bears the cost of U.S. tariffs. ...

01/12/2026

As a general rule, the party that provides the contract template as the baseline often ends up with the more favorable terms. That’s why having your own contracts ready isn’t a formality — it’s a strategic advantage, especially for small businesses. Download my AI Contract Prompts for Small Businesses to get prompts to generate your own customer contract template at the link in the first comment below.

01/06/2026

It's a new year. I know, that came quickly. Some of you have decided to leave corporate and start your own business in 2026. Congratulations! That’s an exciting step. But before you really takeoff and start to grow, make sure you have terms and conditions in place to protect your assets. My AI Contract Prompts for Small Businesses bundle can get you started. Link in first comment below. Nadine Jones

12/30/2025

Small business owners, insurance is not the same as liability protection. If your contract doesn’t cap your liability, one claim can exceed your coverage. If you’re operating without Terms & Conditions or seller-friendly contracts, my AI Contract Prompts for Small Businesses can help you with the basics. Link in comments.