Barbara Valente
About Barbara Valente
Barbara Valente is a Senior Paralegal at UBS, specializing in the 1940 Act and managing litigation databases. She has extensive experience in the legal field, having previously worked at Morgan Stanley and ANN INC., and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Goucher College and a Paralegal Diploma from New York University.
Work at UBS
Barbara Valente has been employed at UBS as a Senior Paralegal since 2015. In this role, she specializes in the 1940 Act, focusing on updating registration statements, prospectuses, and statements of additional information. Her responsibilities include managing litigation databases and approving sales of restricted securities. Valente's tenure at UBS has allowed her to develop expertise in regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
Previous Experience at Morgan Stanley
Before her current position, Barbara Valente worked at Morgan Stanley for a total of 12 years. She served as a 10b5-1 Plan Specialist from 2000 to 2004, and then as a Paralegal from 2004 to 2012. During her time at Morgan Stanley, she gained extensive experience in legal support and compliance, contributing to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Barbara Valente holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Goucher College. She also obtained a Paralegal Diploma from New York University, which equipped her with the necessary skills for her legal career. Additionally, she studied abroad at the University of Lancaster during her junior year, further enhancing her educational background.
Background in Legal Support
Valente began her legal career as a Paralegal at ANN INC. for a brief period in 2012. Her extensive background in legal support includes managing litigation databases and facilitating collaboration between attorneys and brokers. She is recognized for her ability to establish strong working relationships across corporate teams, which enhances communication and project efficiency.