System and method for positioning a laparoscopic device

A system for positioning a laparoscopic device, the system having a holder comprising:

• a central portion comprising a first member operatively associated with a second member, the members selectively movable with respect to one another along a central axis, the central portion having a proximal end defined by the first member and a distal end defined by the second member;
• at least three proximal rotational joints coupled to the first member proximate the proximal end;
• at least two distal rotational joints coupled to the second member proximate the distal end;
• a clamp configured and dimensioned for retaining a laparoscopic device;
• and
• a coupling portion proximate a first of the proximal rotational joints;
• wherein a first of the distal rotational joints is coupled to the distal end of the central portion and a second of the distal rotational joints is coupled to the clamp.