Heather A. Patchen

Corporate Counsel at National Storage Affiliates

Heather A. Patchen, Esq. has extensive experience in various legal roles. Heather A. is currently working as a Corporate Counsel at NSA Storage since December 2021. Prior to that, they were the Business & Real Estate Attorney/Owner at Patchen Law, P.A. from January 2013 onwards. In this role, they drafted, reviewed, and analyzed various contracts and agreements for small business owners, successfully closed a complex residential real estate transaction with multiple beneficiaries, and resolved landlord/tenant matters through settlement and eviction proceedings.

From October 2012 to December 2021, Heather was an Eminent Domain Attorney at The Law Offices of Brian P. Patchen, P.A. Here, they drafted pleadings, discovery, and legal memoranda, represented landowners in civil litigation involving eminent domain actions, and conducted research and analysis on eminent domain issues.

Heather also has experience as a Real Estate Attorney at the Law Office of Richard M. Whitebrook, P.A. from November 2014 to September 2019. Heather A.'sresponsibilities included conducting real estate closings for high-value residential purchase and sale transactions and managing pre- and post-closing files.

Prior to their legal career, Heather held marketing roles. Heather A. worked as a Legal Marketing Director at Wicker Smith O'Hara McCoy & Ford from March 2006 to September 2012, where they directed all aspects of marketing for a statewide law firm. Heather A. also served as a Legal Marketing Officer at Mager Law Group from October 2005 to March 2006.

Earlier in their career, they worked as a Communications Manager at Precision Response Corporation from February 2002 to March 2005, where they managed corporate branding and developed strategic marketing initiatives. Heather was also a Marketing Manager at VILC from July 2001 to November 2001, responsible for the business development of a spa development firm.

In addition, they worked as a Public Relations Account Executive at Wragg & Casas Public Relations from February 2000 to July 2001, where they coordinated media and community relations for clients in various industries.

Overall, Heather A. Patchen, Esq. has worked in legal and marketing roles, demonstrating their expertise in business and real estate law, eminent domain, and marketing strategies.

Heather A. Patchen, Esq. began their education at St. Patrick Elementary School, where they studied from 1985 to 1989. Heather A. then attended Miami Beach Senior High School from 1989 to 1993. Heather went on to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating in 1997. In 2003, they enrolled in Florida Atlantic University and obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in 2006. Continuing their education, Heather attended Florida International University - College of Law and received a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree in 2011.

In addition to their formal education, Heather A. Patchen, Esq. obtained certifications as a lawyer. Heather A. received the certification from The Florida Bar in April 2012 and from the Colorado Supreme Court in January 2013.

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  • Corporate Counsel

    December, 2021 - present