Lisa Sofio
About Lisa Sofio
Lisa Sofio is a Senior Counsel with extensive experience in environmental law and contract disputes. She holds a B.A. in International Relations from the University of San Diego and a J.D. from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco.
Work at PowerFlex Systems
Lisa Sofio has been serving as Senior Counsel at PowerFlex Systems since 2021. In this role, she provides legal guidance and support related to the company's operations, focusing on energy and environmental matters. Her experience in the legal field, particularly in energy transactions, enhances her contributions to the company.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Sofio earned her Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of San Diego, studying from 2000 to 2003. She later obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco, from 2004 to 2007. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both legal and international matters.
Background in Environmental Law
Lisa Sofio has extensive experience in environmental law, having worked at the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) in various capacities. She served as Senior Counsel in the Watershed Transactions & Energy Unit from 2018 to 2021, and as Director of the Contract Disputes & Energy Unit for 8 months in 2018. Additionally, she was an Assistant Counsel at NYC DEP from 2015 to 2018.
Previous Legal Experience
Before her tenure at NYC DEP, Lisa Sofio worked as an Associate Attorney at Winston & Strawn from 2007 to 2011. She also served as a Law Clerk for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York from 2011 to 2013. Furthermore, she practiced as an Attorney at Hollyer Brady Barrett & Hines LLP from 2013 to 2015.