Tamara Criss

Intellectual Property, Information Technology & Data Privacy

Tamara skillfully drafts and negotiates a broad spectrum of software, IT, licensing and commercial contracts. She also provides strategic counsel on complex IP, IT and data privacy issues in mergers, acquisitions and other high-value corporate transactions.

Energy & Commodities

Tamara’s multifaceted practice also encompasses energy transitions and commodities, including carbon commodities and sustainable commodities.

Energy & Commodities Representative Experience

• Researched and advised commodity pool operators, commodity trading advisors and associated persons on regulatory compliance under the Commodity Exchange Act.
• Collaborated with the National Futures Association (NFA) to ensure robust regulatory adherence for commodities trading entities.
• Drafted comprehensive CFTC compliance policies and procedures for a global consumer goods company.
• Drafted purchase and sale agreements for sustainable emissions management solution provider.
• Advised project developer on energy transition methodologies and voluntary carbon offset credits.

Personal Interests

Tamara enjoys birding and creating surrealist art. Tamara is also a former principal violist of an acclaimed New York orchestra who has performed in numerous concerts at Carnegie Hall.