Lorita Sajous
About Lorita Sajous
Lorita Sajous is a Senior Human Resources Compliance Specialist at Patterson Companies, Inc., with a background in legal and compliance roles spanning over 15 years. She has expertise in banking compliance, fraud research, and corporate due diligence, having held various paralegal positions in multiple organizations.
Current Role at Patterson Companies
Lorita Sajous currently serves as a Senior Human Resources Compliance Specialist at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she focuses on ensuring compliance with HR regulations and policies. She is also a member of the Patterson HR Culture Leadership Team, where she contributes to the development and enhancement of the company's culture.
Previous Experience at Patterson Companies
Before her current position, Lorita worked at Patterson Companies, Inc. as a Senior Level Paralegal in Employment Practices from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she handled various legal matters related to employment practices, contributing to the company's legal compliance and operational efficiency.
Legal Background and Expertise
Lorita has extensive experience in the legal field, having worked as a paralegal in various capacities. She has expertise in handling complex legal banking compliance, bank fraud research, and managing anti-money laundering and counterfeiting scams. Her background includes roles at U.S. Bank as a Fraud Security Analyst and Fraud Account Specialist, where she focused on fraud prevention and investigation.
Educational Qualifications
Lorita Sajous studied at the University of Minnesota, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Sociology, and Law from 1997 to 2002. She also completed a year of study in Paralegal Studies at Hamline University from 2005 to 2006. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in legal compliance and human resources.
Career Timeline and Previous Positions
Lorita's career includes various roles in the legal field. She worked as a Paralegal at Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. from 2009 to 2015, and at Dineequity from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she held positions at Lindquist & Vennum and U.S. Bank, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of legal processes and compliance.