Title: Senior Counsel

Company: Towers Watson

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Through her lifelong interest in law, Patricia Brooks became involved in the legal field 25 years ago upon graduation with a JD from the University of Virginia. For nearly the past 20 years, she has provides human resource consultation and risk management services to the Philadelphia professional services company, Towers Watson. Currently as their senior counsel, Ms. Brooks draws upon her expertise in bankruptcy, insurance, licenses and regulations, and commercial contracts to lead and organize insurance regulations for the company.

With an insatiable perseverance, Ms. Brooks maintains and streamlines processes, manages contracts and insurance licensing for the company, and advises on financial planning, including investments. She believes her success stems from never being afraid to take the lead, going with ideas she feels are infallible, and is constantly asking questions. She is also the proud author of the Prentice Hall published book, “Nonverbal Selling.” In five years, Ms. Brooks hopes to grow professionally.