La Monika Hurst Taylor
About La Monika Hurst Taylor
La Monika Hurst Taylor serves as Senior Counsel at Diamond Offshore, bringing over 15 years of experience in corporate law with a focus on commercial contracts and compliance.
Current Role at Diamond Offshore Drilling
La Monika Hurst Taylor serves as Senior Counsel at Diamond Offshore, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for providing legal guidance and support within the organization. Her expertise in compliance and commercial contracts is integral to the company's operations in the energy sector.
Previous Experience in Legal and Compliance Roles
Prior to her current role, La Monika Hurst Taylor worked in various legal and compliance positions. She served as a Compliance Attorney at Norton Rose Fulbright for seven months in 2017. Following that, she held the position of Senior Compliance Officer for North American Operations at Sasol from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, she worked at Geokinetics Inc. as Legal and Compliance Manager from 2008 to 2010 and as Corporate Counsel from 2010 to 2016.
Education and Qualifications
La Monika Hurst Taylor earned her Juris Doctor from Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where she studied from 2001 to 2004. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Prairie View A&M University, completing her studies from 1997 to 2001. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal career.
Expertise in Contract and Compliance Management
With over 15 years of experience in the corporate sector, La Monika Hurst Taylor specializes in commercial contracts and compliance. She possesses strong skills in contract drafting, negotiation, compliance, and litigation management. Her extensive background enables her to navigate complex legal challenges effectively.