Kaneesha Dukes, Esq.
About Kaneesha Dukes, Esq.
Kaneesha Dukes, Esq. serves as the Supervising Attorney at American Tower in the Greater Boston Area since 2020. With a diverse background in legal roles and healthcare, she has accumulated extensive experience in contract management, compliance, and legal analysis.
Work at American Tower
Kaneesha Dukes has served as the Supervising Attorney at American Tower since 2020. In this role, she oversees legal matters and provides guidance on compliance and risk management within the organization. Her position involves managing legal issues related to telecommunications infrastructure and ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations. Based in the Greater Boston Area, she has contributed to the company's legal strategy and operations for four years.
Education and Expertise
Kaneesha Dukes earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) from New England Law | Boston, where she focused on Business Law and Compliance & Risk Management. During her studies, she completed courses in cyber law, personal income tax, tax clinic, financial sector compliance, and securities regulation. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in legal principles and compliance.
Professional Background
Kaneesha Dukes has a diverse professional background in the legal field. Prior to her current role, she worked at various organizations, including Sovos as a Legal Specialist and Teladoc Health as a Clinical Operations Analyst. She also served as a Legal Analyst at Analysis Group and a Legal Contractor at Jane Freedman Law, LLC. Her early career included a Legal Intern position at Acadian Asset Management and a Law Clerk role at the Massachusetts Appellate Tax Board. Additionally, she has experience as Co-Manager of the CORI Initiative at New England Law | Boston.
Legal Experience and Internships
Throughout her career, Kaneesha Dukes has participated in numerous internships and legal clinics. She completed internships with the Monroe County, New York Sheriff's Office and the Monroe County, New York District Attorney's Office during her undergraduate studies. Her practical experience includes focusing on investment management and compliance, corporate excise tax, criminal record sealing, and business license requirements. This hands-on experience has enhanced her legal skills and knowledge in various areas of law.
Healthcare Sector Experience
Kaneesha Dukes has over six years of experience as a licensed pharmacy technician, having worked at Wegmans Food Markets from 2011 to 2018. This role provided her with valuable insights into the healthcare sector, complementing her legal expertise. Her background in healthcare contributes to her understanding of regulatory compliance and legal issues within the industry.