Brian Duckworth, J.D.
Legal Ethics, Law, & Globalization Coaching
Brian Duckworth is the Founder and Principal of the Duckworth Law Firm., a firm that specializes in diversity, global business development, and contract law. He serves as Chief Legal Counsel and consulting specialist to the Systems Management Institute. Experienced in mergers and start-ups, Mr. Duckworth was Chairman & C.E.O. of one of California’s largest nonprofit housing corporations which has constructed thousands of units.
Mr. Duckworth coaches clients both nationally and internationally in areas involving contracts, global business relations, and business development. Fluent in Chinese, he has led business teams to China and Mongolia where he successfully negotiated joint ventures, contracts, and business agreements in aircraft development and highway construction with both government agencies and private enterprises. Earlier in his legal career, he has practiced Employment Law, Municipal Law, Construction Law, and Property Law. Mr. Duckworth has successfully won judgments or settlements against such corporations and agencies as I.B.M., Seagate Technologies, Terryon Corporation, and Santa Clara County.
Believing that the future is today, and championing the power of consulting, coaching, and influence, Mr. Duckworth is committed to building business opportunities around the world and has personally funded scholarships to educate students in China. Also, understanding the power of personal commitment, Mr. Duckworth has served as primary director of educational programs at the high school level, and an instructor of Chinese Language at the college level. Licensed to teach courses in Law, he has lectured in legal procedures and government. He is a member of the California Bar Association and practices in the state of California.