Attorney CV Samples
Job Title: Attorney, Job Description
The Attorney personally handles moderately complex litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Litigation includes all aspects of civil litigation, including trials and proceedings in all forums, whether at the local, state or federal level, mediation, arbitration, workers’ compensation, and administrative proceedings, and any necessary appellate work.
The attorney rovides legal advice to assist the timely disposition of claims in a fair and equitable manner consistent with relevant statutes and within the guidelines of the company. Assists Supervisory attorneys on advising and counseling other departments as requested.
He personally handles litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Handles files and issues of a more complex nature with higher levels of dollar exposure and requiring less oversight. Communicates with client regarding file status and progress.
He analyzes file as litigation progresses as well as risks to insured and the company. Evaluates cases and seeks settlement authority as necessary.
Conducts discovery (e.g. written interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and depositions) and conducts motion practice.
Drafts all necessary pleadings, papers and briefs to advance litigation activities at the trial or appellate level. Conducts necessary research in support of drafting activities.
Advocates client position in all forums (state and federal court, alternative dispute resolution, administrative tribunals and regulatory hearings) and circumstances, both formal and informal.
Negotiates effectively in the resolution of claims and other issues.
Stays current on state statutes and court decisions and analyzes how statutes and court decisions affect the interpretation and enforceability of the various policy provisions. May develop areas of specialty practice (e.g. special property, workers` compensation, environmental law, commercial coverage).
Shares knowledge with Supervisory staff as appropriate.
Participates in divisional or corporate projects as assigned.
Develops and delivers presentations for other departments to inform personnel on how the law affects their particular job responsibilities.
Performs assignments for other divisions and departments.
The attorney uses case management system and related software effectively.
Creates and maintains files in the case management system.
Adjusts reserves to reflect company exposure based upon file information available at that time.
Follows and complies with business processes and procedures.
Job Competencies: Achieve Results, be Accountable, maximize Customer Experience, Formal Presentation, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Technical Expertise
Education/Licenses/Designations
Admission to the State Bar in state where they are located or eligibility for admission to the bar and obtaining admission within a year of hiring.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements
Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses.
Demonstrated litigation experience.
Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice.
Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
Valid driver’s license required plus an acceptable driving record.
Physical Demands: This position may require the ability to work with close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) for extended periods of time. This position requires the ability to talk between 33 and 66% of the time.
Position Details
Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of background checks.
Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and dental insurance, a 401(K) plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave and the opportunity for career development.
Relocation assistance may be available.
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Assistant Crown Attorney - Crown Attorney's Office
Alfred, NB
Work Experience
Assistant Crown Attorney
Crown Attorney's Office – Alfred, BC
July 2011 to Present
Articling Student
Rutgers University -
Moncton, NB
September 2009 to July 2011
Aldergrove, BC
May 2011 to August 2011
Six million dollar fraud prosecution at the Superior Court of Justice
Robbery prosecution at the Superior Court of Justice (jury trial)
Other criminal prosecutions and charter motions at the Ontario Court of Justice
2005 to 2007
File work consisted of ODSP disability appeals, Criminal Injuries Compensation Board claims, Landlord Tenant Board disputes, Small Claims Court actions, criminal matters
2001 to 2005
Honda Motors Canada
Analyst (Co-op Placement & Full Time Position) and Production Supervisor
1996 to 2001
First graduate to complete an 24-month rotational program in Canada
Supported commercial trading team from a variety of functional areas including: contracts, risk management, operations and human resources
Contracts: Reviewed natural gas agreements and set up executed contracts in IT systems
Operations: Scheduled and balanced pipeline gas volumes and completed SOX reporting
Risk: Calculated exposures for various trade-books and reported metrics to upper management
Managed hourly employees in a dynamic unionized environment driven by rates, output and quality
Responsible for employee safety, training, scheduling, and productivity levels
Identified quality defects and implemented process solutions in a timely manner
Honed communication and time management skills by prioritizing competing interests including manpower, operator rates and errors, mechanical failures, material shortages, quality defects and safety concerns
Worked with union representatives to resolve labour issues and grievances
Education
University of Toronto
December 2015
Juris Doctor
Moncton University – Moncton BC.
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Self-employed Attorney
General civil litigation and appeals. Workers' Compensation, Insurance and Corporate Defense, Conservatorships, Adoptions, Guardian Ad Litem cases, Personal Injury, Automobile Accidents, Employment Law.
Work Experience
Attorney at Law
M. Susie Starnes & Associates
Cleveland, TN
June 2001 to 2013
Responsibilities
I appear in court on the following areas: collections, conservatorships, adoptions, guardian ad litem issues, personal injury, employment law, workers' compensation, insurance and corporate defense and appeals.
Accomplishments
I drafted and argued conservatorships, adoptions, performed guardian ad litem functions, personal injury and worker's compensation. I appealed a case from the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
Skills Used
Oral argument skills, legal writing, negotiations.
Managing Member and Attorney
Jones & Associates, PLLC
Chattanooga, TN
May 1997 to Present
Responsibilities
I did insurance defense litigation, primarily. I also argued a Products Liability case before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. I do employment law and draft contracts for businesses. I spend a lot of time litigating issues in court.
Accomplishments
I have won several defense verdicts. I saved a man's life on an insurance coverage issue. I have done over 400 doctor's depositions. I have been to the Supreme Court of Tennessee several times.
Skills Used
Advocacy, Appeals, General Litigation, Work for and against insurance companies. I worked with M. Susie Starnes & Associates for approximately 6 months as self-employed.
Associate Attorney
BURNETTE, DOBSON & HARDEMAN
Chattanooga, TN
1995 to 2001
Practice Plaintiff's law before the Federal Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and all Tennessee State Courts. Research and write briefs for litigation.
Take depositions. Appear in Federal Bankruptcy Court in Knoxville, TN every Thursday for litigation of Chapter 11 case. Handle insurance coverage issues for the daughter of an established Chattanooga Bakery. Negotiate settlement of cases. Practice areas include:
Title VII
ADA
Tennessee Human Rights Act
Workers' Compensation
Bankruptcy
Employment law
General Litigation
Legal/Contract Analyst and Corporate Trainer
HARRISON DIRECT, INC
Hixson, TN
1989 to 1997
GRAHAM & JAMES, Washington, DC
1988 - 1989
Law Clerk
Law Clerk in the field of International Trade for the Washington, DC office of a San
Francisco based International Law Firm. Conducted continuous research on Westlaw and LEXIS in the field of International Trade Law. Wrote memorandums to Associates and Senior Partners. Wrote portions of the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Law Clerk
Attorney at Law
Work Experience
Solo Practitioner
Self-Employed as Attorney
Houston, TX
September 2013 to Present
Solo practitioner specializing in real estate transactions, contract negotiation, drafting, and administration.
Corporate and business clients include a large real estate development, management, and construction company
Researched, authored, and personally filed pleadings, motions, and memoranda.
General litigation which included attendance at hearings, depositions, and arbitrations as lead attorney.
Associate Attorney
Finance & Business Development, Ltd
Northridge, CA
October 2011 to September 2013
Researched and authored motions, memoranda, correspondence related to worker's compensation
Attended depositions, settlement conferences; authored deposition summaries, settlement documents
Performed substantial medical record review; familiarity with medical terminology
Appeared before Worker's Compensation Appeals Board for approval of settlement documents
Negotiated settlement of numerous liens with lien claimants, attorneys, and insurance companies
Shu & Associates, LLP
Houston, TX
January 2013 - May 2013
Counseled clients in filing for bankruptcy and attended creditor meetings at federal courthouse
Researched, authored, and filed letters, complaints, responses, motions, and other documents
Teaching Assistant, Global Lawyering Skills legal writing class
August 2011 - May 2012
Reviewed and critiqued student-drafted motions, memoranda, and other legal documents
Counseled students in effective oral advocacy and tutored students in proper legal writing techniques
CareFirst Seniors
Cupertino, CA
January 2006 to September 2008
Reviewed and researched petitions, complaints, responses, motions and other bankruptcy documents
Worked closely with Judge McManus's career clerk and other staff to draft rulings and memoranda
Judicial Extern
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of California
Pleasanton, CA
July 2008 - July 2010
Negotiated and authored numerous real estate contracts, listing agreements, and lease agreements
Authored Receiver's motions and memoranda for court filing
Participated in commercial real estate negotiations and transactions
Maintained strong business relationships with commercial real estate owners, brokers, and managers
Created a plan of action, co-developed, designed, and managed a successful retail and wholesale organic produce and fine foods market
Oversaw planting, harvesting, and ordering schedules to maximize farm-to-fork concept on a mass- consumer scale
Developed relationships with and purchased products from farms internationally
Negotiated and executed numerous construction contracts, lease agreements, sales contracts, purchase orders, and broker's agreements
Employed and supervised up to 30 employees
Performed all accounting, payroll, and HR duties
Initiated and maintained lasting relationships with vendors, brokers, and customers which included some of the finest restaurants in San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area
Education
Bachelor of Business Admin in Management and Finance
University of Toronto at Scarborough Campus
2000 - 2005
Attorney CV Sample
My 14 years in the insurance defense industry not only entails being manager and legal counsel for an in-house legal department but a subject matter expert and mentor to no-fault, UM, bodily injury, and property damage claims' examiners. I have conducted training sessions in the areas of no-fault litigation, regulations, and negotiating settlements. Based on court decisions, regulation and fee schedule amendments, I have recommended changes to the no-fault department's claims processing workflows. Round-table discussions have guided the UM/bodily injury claims department to the most prudent course of action. For 5 years prior to defending insurance claims I was a Plaintiff's personal injury attorney, handling litigation from intake through trial.
BAR ADMISSION New York, June 1991
Maryland, December 1991
United States District Court, Eastern District of New York, August 1994
Work Experience
Attorney
Linden & Zachry - Global Liberty Insurance Company of New York
Melville, NY
April 2011 to Present
Supervise No-Fault Unit of Legal Department; including support staff
Draft Arbitration Submissions; No-Fault Motions and Opposition/Reply papers
Handle court appearances in No-Fault and Bodily Injury, appear at No-Fault Arbitration Hearings and litigate No-Fault trials on behalf of the Carrier
Provide case-law and statutory updates to the claims & legal departments
Managing Attorney/House Counsel
Law Offices of Nancy S. Linden - 1st Party Litigation Assigned Risk Solutions, Ltd f/k/a Northeast Alliance Insurance Agency, LLC; RPC Insurance Agency, LLC; The Robert Plan
Bethpage, NY
April 2004 to March 2008
Managed up to 11 attorneys, paralegals and support staff handling no-fault defense litigation; UM/UIM defense litigation; property damage, bodily injury, and the defense of other insurance coverage actions filed against client carriers
Prepared weekly production and performance metrics reports; and quarterly & annual employee performance reviews
Handled a vertically assigned caseload of no-fault litigation files, including the preparation of motions/oppositions, and participation in court & arbitration proceedings
Oversaw the court/arbitration calendar and assigned court/arbitration appearances to in house and per diem counsel
Αdvised the no-fault claims department as to the handling of claims from inception to litigation/arbitration.
Participated as a member of the Intel & Operations Committee in active investigations and discussions of incidences of insurance fraud against the company
Senior Attorney
Law Offices of Peter E. Finning - The Robert Plan
Bethpage, NY
January 1994 to April 2006
Handled the defense of no-fault insurance litigation and arbitration, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions.
Conducted & attended examinations before trial, examinations under oath, trials,arbitration hearings, court appearances, and workers' compensation board hearings.
Defended lawsuits disputing carriers' disclaimers and denials of liability and property damage coverage.
Trained newly-hired no-fault attorneys with respect to the New York State no-fault regulations, legal & office procedures, and data base systems.
Trained claims examiners with respect to the New York State no-fault regulations, no-fault litigation, and negotiating settlements.
Supervised no-fault attorneys, paralegals & the support staff supervisor.
Compiled weekly & monthly house counsel reports.
Αcted as a liaison between the claims litigation unit and the legal department; including advising the claims department as to the defensibility of procedures
Appeared as defense counsel
Law Offices of Peter E. Finning - Of Counsel The Robert Plan
Bethpage, NY
April 1992 to November 2001
Defended property damage litigation, from summons through trial, including pleadings, discovery, motions, examinations before trial, and court appearances
Appeared as defense counsel on bodily injury litigation, including answers, motion practice and court appearances
Associate Attorney
Lerner, Gordon & Hirsch, P.C
Carle Place, NY
September 1992 to May 1995
Ηandled plaintiff's personal injury litigation from client intake through trial, including pleadings, discovery, motions, examinations before trial, and court appearances
Drafted an appellate brief and argued before the Appellate Division, Second Department
Defended criminal and traffic matters from arraignment through disposition
Handled general civil practice litigation from client intake through arbitration/trial, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and court appearances
Special Associate
Kenneth H. Rosenau, Esq
Washington, DC
May 1989 to August 1992
Researched and drafted appellate briefs.
Law Clerk for Honorable Arthur J. Abrams, Supervising Judge
Family Court, Suffolk County
Hauppauge, NY
June 1981 to April 1989
Summer Associate
James P. Calamis, Esq
Commack, NY
June 1979 to August 1980
Education
JD
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center -
Huntington, NY
1981
BA in Psychology
Brandeis University -
Waltham, MA
1977 to 1978
Attorney - Law
Dynamic and versatile Attorney at Law with thirty (30) years of experience in other common law jurisdiction seeks employment as legal assistant whilst completing admission to the Alberta Bar.
Work Experience
Attorney Law
1981 to Present
Infused Jurisdiction firstly in Manitoba and in Alberta. During the years acquired sound knowledge, application and experience as sole practitioner in the above jurisdiction.
Responsibility involved:
Advising and representing over 15,000 clients over the years including political parties, government/ organization, corporations, religious organizations, clubs, charitable organization and natural persons in Admiralty, Administrative, Constitution, Criminal, Contract, Corporation, Electoral, Family, Income Tax, International Law, Insurance, Land and Property, Land Lord and Tenant, Succession and Tort.
Level of Practice:
Principally in the High Court of the Supreme Court of Judicature, in the Court of Appeal, Magistrates Court and Tribunals ( including Public Service Appellate Tribunal).
The above entailed:
Research, drafting, filing, preparation of brief, presentation of case (evidence, cross examination and submission). Acquiring judgment, order, filing and pursuing appeal where necessary, enforcing judgment. Acquiring bail and pursue Habeas Corpus proceedings, etc in criminal matters.
With reference to the experience of sole practitioner, there is concomitant experience in running the office, supervising Legal Assistants associating and interacting with other attorneys at law, all relevant to the position now seeks.
Education
Diploma of International Relations in Toronto University
1980
Diploma
Halifax School of Journalism
1979
Skills
Diploma in Arts of Halifax Law School to practice law
Attorney and Engineer
I have close to 25 years experience as an engineer and a significant amount of experience as an attorney.
Work Experience
Attorney at Law
The Law Office of Charles Scott, PLLC
White Hall, AR
May 2013 to Present
Responsibilities
Opened general practice office in Pine Bluff representing clients concerning matters of Personal Injury, Wills & Probate, and Employment Law.
Represented clients in the administration of decedent’s estates.
Represented clients before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission EEOC charging discrimination in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, as amended.
Represented clients in regards to the dissolution of Corporation and distribution assets.
Contracted attorney by the State of Arkansas to represent parents in decency-neglect cases.
Represented clients in Personal Injury cases dealing with matters related to ERISA and HIPAA.
Represented clients in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County for Guardianships of Minors, Parental Visitation and Domestic Relations Protective Orders. Served clients by drafting contracts, lease agreements and enforcement letters for compliance with subdivision restrictive covenants in Jefferson County.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Department of the Army
July 2004 to May 2009
Served as Acting Chief of Quality Assurance Division using delegated authority and responsibility for planning, coordinating, directing, and supervising the quality engineering and surveillance functions of the Division.
Administer subordinate personnel and perform supervisory matters of the division employing professional employees, specifically, engineers, engineering technicians, and quality assurance specialists.
Apply broad knowledge of industrial and manufacturing technologies and government quality assurance procedures in accomplishing acquisition QA functions applicable to both munitions manufacturing and protective equipment manufacturing as well as maintenance.
Perform technical surveillance to determine compliance to contract requirements during the system design, development and production program acquisition phases.
Provide total administrative contract management and support to include planning, scheduling, execution, advising, contract reviewing and administration of contracts.
Directs and administers Quality Assurance program for supporting the acquisition of materials and equipment, providing contractual provisions and managing the implementation at contractors plants. Evaluate and assess contractor's capabilities to successfully produce materials that meet contractual requirements and exercise critical judgment in the approval process for selecting new contractors.
Perform Quality Assurance pre-award functions for procurements involving complex contracts for highly specialized, new, or innovative equipment and services.
Improve reliability, availability, and maintainability by applying professional expertise in industrial engineering theories, concepts, principles, and techniques applied to a broad range of quality assurance and engineering programs and systems.
Prepare quality assurance engineering test plans for newly designed items in support of development projects and assist in developing nonstandard inspection aids and equipment as part of a detailed government inspection system.
Represent the interest of the organization in meetings and contacts outside the agency; prepare letters, documents, and reports, on contractual actions.
QA Engineering expert and advisor to installation organizations technical and scientific personnel on quality assurance techniques and requirements in the development and implementation of programs.
Read, interpret, and apply technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals.
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Stant Manufacturing, Inc
Pine Bluff, AR
August 1997 to July 2001
Lead manufacturing associate responsible for quality assurance and manufacture of fuel caps for original equipment automobile manufacturers.
Initiate and drive Production Parts Approval Process PPAP for new fuel caps, components, or processes introduced into production: generate Process FMEA, run pilot studies, initiate statistical capability study for product and equipment, evaluate and improve reject rate.
Work on Advanced Product Quality Planning and Control Plan APQP teams which are staffed by all disciplines involved in new product launches, such as, Design Engineering, Process Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, for the purpose of reduction in the complexity of quality planning for customers and suppliers.
Responsible for maintaining PLC controlled, automated and very sophisticated assembly equipment for the manufacture of fuel cap, including tester calibration.
Responsible for maintaining and managing automotive fuel cap assembly processes: achieve and maintain increased first-time production yields.
Responsible for providing leadership from the manufacturing facility during Equipment Design Reviews to ensure that the manufacturing technical input is the driving force in equipment design and/or purchase.
Industrial Engineer
Dillard's Department Stores, Inc -
Little Rock, AR
February 1996 to April 1999
Responsible for managing and maintaining the Dock and Housekeeping Incentive Plan for the Department Stores in the Southeast Region.
Industrial Engineer
Dalton Corporation
Kendallville, IN
May 1993 to December 1996
Responsible for performing time studies utilizing the MOST work measurement technique or stopwatch and performance leveling, to establish incentive rates for manpower on production jobs.
Maintained Master Production Data Sheets utilizing a custom designed AS-400 system database in order to accurately observe and control the total variable cost of each part produced and the profit over variable funds margin.
Project Engineer
World Color Press, Inc., Major Printing Company
Cincinnati, OH
August 1990 to May 1993
Managed plant-engineering projects: generated plant layouts on AutoCAD; coordinated with personnel, vendors, and contractors; follow-up with contractor Representative concerning quality of the projects.
Safety -Environmental Manager
Queen City Barrel Company -
Cincinnati, OH
December 1984 to August 1990
Responsible for compliance to all Federal, State, and City regulations with OSHA, EPA, Metropolitan Sewer District, City of Cincinnati Office of Environmental Management, and for all emissions reports and permits.
Responsible for training associates in all safety rules and regulations.
Chairman of both the Safety and the Quality Committees: Responsible for conducting weekly quality meetings and monthly safety meetings.
Industrial Engineer
Coordinated design and installation of a Plastic Drum Reconditioning Production Line at Cargo Clean, Inc., one of Queen City Barrel Company's production facilities.
Education
Juris Doctor
University of Arkansas at Little Rock, School of Law - Little Rock, AR
August 2005
Masters of Science in Operations Management
University of Arkansas
July 2002
Bachelors of Science in Industrial Engineering
University of Cincinnati
December 1995
BA in Business/Economics
UC Santa Barbara -
Santa Barbara, CA
2001 to 2004
Attorney at Law
A position where I can apply my law knowledge and skills to help my clients in whatever they may need.
Work Experience
Attorney at Law
Ramírez Vale & Associates, Law Office
San Juan, PR
Responsibilities
Represent Clients in the courts of Puerto Rico.
Communicate with clients.
Draft a variety of legal motions.
Draft a variety of legal memorandums.
Draft a variety of legal opinions.
Law Clerk
CDO GROUP, PSC
June 2011 to July 2015
Communicated with clients.
Drafted a variety of legal motions.
Drafted a variety of legal memorandums.
Drafted a variety of legal opinions.
Assisted a reviewing officer in numerous procedures with legal research.
Assisted an administrative judge with legal research.
Performed ocular inspections on numerous public offices.
Performed various inspections of documents in accordance to the Rules of Civil Procedure.
Reviewed a number of contracts.
Student Practitioner
UPR School of Law - Legal Aid Clinic
San Juan, PR
August 2010 to June 2011
Responsibilities
Represented indigent civilians in the Puerto Rico courts.
Conducted extensive legal research.
Compiled evidence.
Interviewed prospective clients.
Education
University of Puerto Rico- Rio Piedras Campus - Rio Piedras, PR
August 2008
BS in Political Science
University of Puerto Rico- Law School
English Course
University Of Puerto Rico Bayamón Campus
May 2000 to June 2000
Certifications
Certified Wound Specialist
Skills
Good Communication
Work Well Under Pressure
Legal Research
Windows
Westlaw
Legal Terminology
Legal writing
Fully bilingual (English and Spanish)
Lexis-Nexis
Attorney General - Quality Control Reader
Monte Carlo, BC
To secure a Full Time Admin or Operational Support role within the Monte Carlo Public Detachment.
Law Enforcement Profile
I am offering over 15 years of diversity in Law Enforcement, Supervision, Administration and Quality Control experience. I have extensive experience in most required computer applications utilized in the RCMP, such as PRIME, PIRS, CPIC, OSR, GROUPWISE, QUATROPRO and MICROSOFT WORD. I possess broad Law Enforcement knowledge of the Criminal Code, E Division Policies, Detachment Operations, Court Liaison and Information Officer duties. My strong reputation has been achieved for consistently high levels of productivity, problem solving, dependability, with an emphasis on accuracy. Serving the RCMP in several supervisory roles for 10 of my 15 years as an active member, I held the following positions: Crime Prevention Coordinator, Depot Instructor (Driver Training and Law), Traffic and a General Duty Supervisor, and served in an Administrative environment at E-Division Headquarters. I also assisted in the creation of the "Neighbourhood Watch", "Operation Provident", "CPTED" and other Crime Prevention programs for the Province of B.C. I have excellent interpersonal skills, maintaining amicable relations with supervisors, team peers, RCMP members and the public.
Work Experience
Attorney General
Quality Control Reader
2005 to Present
Review current investigation files using Prime, PIRS, CPIC, NCDB, and other systems to ensure file completion in compliance with policies and procedures.
Provide file documents for Court Orders as well as the Attorney General, in compliance with the Privacy Act and Disclosure policies and regulations.
Monitor files and assign diary dates and follow-ups to members for updates and corrections.
Disposal of identification materials in compliance with Privacy Act when charges are stayed, dismissed or withdrawn; and recommending Pardons when applicable.
Ensure timely and correct disposal of exhibits prior to all file conclusions.
Information Officer
Charlotte Detachment
2001 to 2003
Handled complaints from public, created files as required, and dispatched local incidents to members.
Reviewed outstanding warrant files using CIIDS, PIRS and CPIC programs, and monitored prisoners, examining all related paperwork for accuracy.
Completed Criminal Record Checks in compliance with Privacy Act and Disclosure regulations.
Received firearm exhibits from the public intended for disposal.
Relayed enquiries to the appropriate investigator or department, and provided directions as required.
P/T Court Liaison Officer and Information Officer
Charlotte Detachment
1997 to 2001
Examined criminal charge files for errors prior to submission to Crown Council, and reviewed outstanding warrant files.
Created files for all relevant public complaints using the CIIDs program.
"Swore Informations" before a Justice of the Peace for Surrey and Langley Detachments.
Completed Criminal Record Checks in compliance with Privacy Act and Disclosure regulations using CIIDS, Webview, PIRS, and CPIC programs.
Maple Ridge Detachment
RCMP Constable
1980 to 1997
Performed and supervised general duty and traffic investigations, as well as performed Administrative roles in the enforcement of laws for public safety.
Trained and supervised members and new recruits in numerous departments.
Assisted in the development of Crime Prevention programs, and introduced them as the Crime Prevention Coordinator.
Education
Psychology
University of Bedford, On
1970
Owl Green Secondary
1968
Key Qualifications
Proficiency in PRIME, PIRS, CPIC, Statistical Scoring, Privacy Act, Quality Control & Instructing.
Extensive knowledge of the Criminal Code and Investigative requirements.
Accomplished in computer applications for OSR, Groupwise, MS Word, & QuatraPro programs.
Confident understanding and compliance with Privacy Act and Disclosure regulations.
Competence in file management, scheduled maintenance and file conclusion.
Experienced in search and seizure, property module use, and subsequent disposal of exhibits.
Testified in court as a witness, and handled and entered exhibits for trial.
Qualified as a Front Counter Information Officer, completing Criminal Record checks, fingerprinting, Bylaw and Provincial Permits, Incident Reports, Accident Reports, and more.
Attorney Resume
Work Experience
Attorney
Gate Gourmet Sanitation Department
October 2012 to Present
Assist the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsels in wide variety of corporate, business, real estate, construction, administrative, regulatory, government and commercial law issues as well as legislative, employment, intellectual property, financial and other matters. This position requires performing complex legal duties, including reviewing and analyzing private equity investment and structure documents; reviewing, analyzing and negotiating contracts, agreements, leases, memorandums, procurement, financial and technical documents; drafting corporate and other transactional documents for a complex business structure, including board resolutions; capital contributions; corporate and ethics policies; as well as analyzing and reviewing state and federal statutes, administrative regulations, case law and policy.
Legal Intern
Ryerson University (Ted Rogers School of Management)
April 2010 to September 2012
Assist staff attorney in civil litigation, including: reviewing trial documents and drafting reports; interacting with staff attorney regarding findings; strategizing legal research and investigative procedure; and performing various other agency related tasks leading to the filing of federal charges in several telecommunications utility fraud cases. My tasks also involved drafting legal memoranda and briefs on statutes, agency policy, federal regulations and case law, including preparing one such report that was utilized by the Inspector General to advise on agency change of policy; and attending internal meetings, commission hearings and meetings at other federal agencies on various agency related matters.
Finance & Lending Advisor - Westlake Financial Services
January 2010 to April 2010
Assist staff attorneys in mediating disputes between Federal agencies and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requesters. This position required reviewing agency policy and regulations; interacting with staff attorneys and officials regarding responses to requests for information; drafting legal memoranda and other agency communications interpreting FOIA and agency guidelines, law and policy; communicating those determinations with the agency and the requester; developing recommendations for handling certain types of requests; conducting and compiling agency practice data to assist with compliance reporting; as well as drafting memoranda, regulations and reports on related FOIA issues.
Education
B.A. in Anthropology
Eleanor Roosevelt College Special Minor in Pan American Studies
Certifications
Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource (SFR) Certified Lionbridge Technologies Inc., Work
Juris Doctor with emphasis in Intellectual Property
University of Florida College of Law
Gainesville, FL
2006 to 2010
Doctorate in Philosophy
University of Florida -
Gainesville, FL
2010 to 2013
Master of Arts in Media Law
University of Florida -
Gainesville, FL
2008
Skills
Excellent legal research, writing and analytic skills; knowledge of civil and appellate practices and procedures; draft, review, edit and analyze legal documents and instruments; performing complex legal duties associated with contracting, procurement, big proposals, financial, private equity, corporate structure, enforcement, compliance, business policy and regulations, employment, intellectual property and other financial matters; knowledge of diverse subject areas including civil, civil litigation, corporate, business, commercial, government, regulatory, administrative, intellectual property, real estate, construction, employment; open records, school law; performing in-depth document review; advise on potential risk and liability factors; review, analyze and negotiate contracts, agreements, leases, memorandums and procurement documents, corporate resolutions, capital contributions, ethics policies, anti-corruption policies, financial documents; superior organizational skills; professional courtesy; works well with others but can independently manage own workload; ability to manage multiple tasks at once; knowledge of office software, programs, equipment and machines; general knowledge of word processing and other computer programs; basic administrative and filing.
Awards
UF Law Pro Bono Certificate
Winner, Interdisciplinary Write-On Competition, UF Journal of Law and Public Policy
Scholarship Recipient, 2011 and 2012 Practicing Law Institute, Communications Law Seminar
UF Law Communications Office Editorial Assistant/Writer for UF Law magazine
Teaching Assistant and Lab Instructor, Writing for Mass Communication, College of Journalism and Communications
Attorney at Law, Notary Public, and Advisor
Juris Doctor and BBA in Human Resources: courses in Contracts, Property Law, Insurance, Mortgage Law, Notary Practice, Currency and Banking, Finance, Legal Research, Analysis and Writing, Advanced Legal Writing, Administrative Law, Labor Law, Cyber Law, Ethics, and Trial Advocacy, among others.
Work Experience
Attorney at Law, Notary Public, and Advisor
Malpica-Rivera Law Offices
Guaynabo, PR
March 2011 to Present
Manage a diverse log of various simultaneous cases for both individual and business clients; experience as leading counsel in hearings, trials and appeals in state courts, and arbitration/mediation hearings in administrative state/federal agencies such as the Department of Labor, Bureau of Employment Security and Appellate Division, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Public Service Appellative Commission, and Department of Consumer Affairs, among others.
Completed client's formal acquisition of property titles, permits, and licenses to start or continue their businesses.
Designed and created client's contracts, non-disclosure and non-circumvention agreements, waivers, and public instruments, among others in accordance with the law, ethics and best practices. Distinguished work with proper wording and awareness in details.
Improved client's internal debt collection mechanisms, and succeeded in extrajudicial and judicial efforts, negotiations and collections.
Worked on complex cases such as undetermined suspension and arbitration during collective bargaining processes requiring extensive legal research and analysis.
Reduced claims and lawsuits in client's workplaces creating formal and internal policies, rules and procedures, and competitive employment contracts in accordance with the law, best practices and organizational culture.
Accomplished the employers' understanding and implementation of state/federal policies and legislation in Labor and Employment Law, through coaching and interactive seminars and presentations designed to prevent and reduce sexual harassment and discrimination claims, evidence loss or destruction, lawsuits and litigation costs and expenses.
Attorney at Law in Government and Public Affairs
Law Affairs, P.S.C
Caguas, PR
March 2008 to September 2012
Completed in a fast-paced environment, legal research and drafts of bills, positive/negative bill reports and resolutions for various members of the House and Senate, and positive/negative bill reports for various government executive directors and mayors, concerning sensitive and complex political and public issues in Energy and Environmental Law, Administrative Law, Tourism, Education, Safety, State/Municipal Law, Entertainment Law, and Labor Law, among others.
Wrote over 200 pieces of legislation and institutional opinions regarding renewable energy alternatives and incentives, recycling, tourism, education, agriculture, conservation funds, and local TV production incentive programs, among other pieces of high public interest.
Prepared clear, coherent and fact based legal opinions to accomplish the understanding of the Executive Directors of WIPR-Channel 6, Forensic Sciences Institute (FSI), Ombudsman
Office of Puerto Rico, and the Department of Corrections, among others, in matters of proper implementation of labor-management laws, collective bargaining, and contractor's agreements with impact on public funds and employees' rights and benefits.
Reduced EEOC claims and lawsuits against the FSI through the creation of formal policies, and proactive rules and procedures for reasonable accommodation and sexual harassment claims.
Avoided thousands of dollars in fines from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), through legal research and written opinions concerning proper content in public broadcasting TV programs and prohibition of commercial ads in WIPR-Channel 6.
Improved the WIPR-Channel 6 internal cash management mechanisms and created an effective protocol for cash requests, evidence preservation in government facilities, cash flow and rules and procedures concerning selection and public funds designation to encourage local productions and artists.
Reduced 70% of litigation costs through effective arbitration of labor cases in state/federal agencies and diplomatic stipulations/settlements on behalf of WIPR-Channel 6, FSI, and the Department of Corrections. Succeeded in legal research, legal documents preparation, and trial advocacy on behalf of WIPR-Channel 6, keeping the channel from paying millions in alleged damages due to contract cancellations.
Conducted formal investigations and interviews to FSI managers and union employees, and wrote formal reports to the FSI Executive Director, with analysis, interpretations and recommendations to address public property theft claims and deficiencies in evidence collection.
Demonstrated legal and social commitment as Anatomic Gift Board Member in the evaluation and voting in favor or against bill proposals with impact on the duties and obligations of the FSI as a Board component.
Court-Appointed Commercial Real Estate Receiver
Student Attorney, McGeorge Community Legal Services
McGeorge Bankruptcy Clinic
Sacramento, CA
January 2003 to May 2005
Education
Juris Doctor
American University of Puerto Rico Law School
June 2006
Ca'Foscari University in Venice, London University - Madrid, Madrid
B.A. in Human Resources Management
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus
May 2004
Contract Attorney
Work Experience
Contract Attorney
Kelly Law Registry
Los Angeles, CA
2011 to 2016
Reviewed real estate documents and prepared due diligence abstracts, loan document summaries, and lease abstracts for Ballard Spahr LLP in Las Vegas, Nevada, a real estate centered firm.
Drafted foreclosure/receivership documents including pre-negotiation agreements, default and acceleration letters, substitution of trustees, notice of default, and elections to sell.
Performed in-depth legal research and obtained and analyzed approximately 100 title commitment reports for most recent case.
Associate General Counsel
Affinity Gaming, LLC
Las Vegas, NV
2007 to 2011
Drafted and reviewed all contracts, leases, and confidentiality agreements for 15 gaming in five states.
Consulted with Human Resources regarding discrimination and hostile work environment claims. Prepared position statement in relation to pending charges for federal and state governmental agencies.
Associate General Counsel
Queensridge Towers, LLC
Las Vegas, NV
2004 to 2007
Acted as broker for two realtors and was responsible for all legal documents relating to sale of condominium units.
Drafted and evaluated various types of contracts, leases, finance documents, confidentiality agreements, declarations of covenants, conditions and restrictions (including mixed development), easements, improvement agreements, purchase and sale agreements, and finance documents.
Performed legal research and evaluation pertaining to registration requirements of entities and compliance laws of various states relating to real estate sales.
Associate
Sklar Willams, PLLC -
Las Vegas, NV
2001 to 2004
Assisted three partners in commercial and real estate focused law firm on various clients and business matters.
Prepared corporate formation documents for limited liability companies and corporations, including employment agreements, shareholder agreements, employee manuals, redemption agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
Wrote legal opinions in connection with finance documents as well as other contract development and real estate papers.
Education
Juris Doctor
The Catholic University of America-Columbus School of Law - Washington, DC
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
St. Mary's College of California - Moraga, CA
Areas of Expertise
Strategic Thinking/Analysis
Confidentiality Agreements
Easements
Contracts
Corporate Records
Legal Research
Real Estate Transactions
Complex Negotiations
Discrimination Issues
Key Skills Assessment
Effective Working Relationships - Skilled concise communicator with ability to acclimate quickly and work with people of all specialties to successfully complete assigned project in efficient manner.
Project Adaptability - Easily moves between multiple disciplines and able to assess and swiftly grasp new data to meet the needs of a client and their case.
Attorney CV
Work Experience
Attorney
Law Office of Eugene V. Margelli
March 1996 to Present
Experienced in all facets of litigation. 15 years foreclosure experience representing both mortgagee and mortgagor. Mortgage foreclosure experience preparing and arguing all pleadings. Estate planning experience preparing wills, living wills, health care proxies, deed transfers, Medicare and Medicaid assistance. Criminal law and Family law - 18B panel for Suffolk County. Personal injury experience in no fault, slip and fall, arbitration and litigation. Landlord-Tenant litigation. Real Estate attorney representing lenders, sellers, buyers, title companies.
Attorney
Cullen & Dykman, Garden City
August 1992 to February 1996
Litigation experience arguing summary judgments, orders of references, orders to show cause and traverse hearings. Foreclosure experience preparing summonses and complaints and orders of reference.
Real estate experience preparing contracts of sale, mortgages, notes, deeds; representing the lender, seller and purchaser at closings. Estate planning experience preparing wills, living wills and health care proxies.
Baker & Sonnenfeldt
Gutman, Mintz
New York, NY
September 1991 to June 1992
Litigation experience arguing traverse hearings, abatement hearings, final judgments, post evictions, holdovers, motions for contempt and conversion. Prepared answers, bills of particulars, demand notices, notices of termination, opposition papers, tax grievances and certificates of incorporation. Responsible for collection cases and income executions. Extensive client relations.
Overseas Military Sales Organization, Japan
July 1989 to July 1991
Prepared US Customs documents. Imported and exported throughout Asia. Briefed international issues such as resolving disputes in the global marketplace, trade pacts, regional agreements, international business law, customs law and venturing abroad. Maintained pre-trial and calendar practice.
Education
Bachelor of the Arts
University of Maryland -
College Park, MD
September 1988
CV: Attorney
Eager Professional Looking to Contribute
Hardworking, seasoned professional with extensive legal experience who is driven to achieve results, manage costs and establish strategic, mutually beneficial partnerships and relationships with clients, vendors and service providers.
Work Experience
Attorney
L. Matthew Davis, Attorney at Law
Fort Smith, AR
October 2013 to Present
Responsibilities
Litigate individual and corporate client disputes in contract; tort; bankruptcy; probate; real property; mineral rights and easements; corporate creation, transfer, and dissolution; and domestic relations.
Defend corporate and individual clients in civil litigation.
Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending suit and of legal rights and obligations.
Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.
Search for and examine public and other legal records to write mineral title opinions or establish ownership.
Interpret Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases as applied to corporations and individuals.
Attorney
Robertson, Beasley & Ford, PLLC
Fort Smith, AR
September 2011 to August 2013
Responsibilities
Defend corporate and individual clients and prosecute corporate and individual defendants in civil litigation.
Interpret Constitution, statutes, decisions, regulations, and ordinances of quasi-judicial bodies to determine ramifications for cases as applied to corporations and individuals.
Present legal analysis to judges, juries, partners and associates.
Prepare legal briefs and opinions, and file appeals in state and federal courts of appeal.
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using working knowledge of legal precedent.
Examine legal data to determine advisability of defending suit or feasibility of prosecuting suit.
Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending suit and of legal rights and obligations.
Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.
Prepare and draft wills, trusts, deeds, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
Confer with colleagues with specialties in appropriate areas of forthcoming or pending legal issues to establish and verify bases for legal proceedings.
Represent clients in civil litigation regarding disputes in contract; bankruptcy; probate; real property; corporate creation, transfer, and dissolution; domestic relations; represent clients in criminal defense.
Attorney at Law
Daily & Woods, PLLC
August 2006 to January 2011
Responsibilities
Represent clients in state and federal courts and before governmental agencies, including the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission and the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.
Probate wills and represent and advise executors and administrators of estates.
Search for and examine public and other legal records to write mineral title opinions or establish ownership.
Extensive practice in the area of oil, gas and mineral law, including title examination, administrative proceedings and mineral litigation.
Assist local and foreign state assemblymen draft legislation, interpret laws, and establish enforcement procedures.
Draft hundreds of oil and gas mineral title opinions, surface title opinions, division order opinions, and acquisition opinions for numerous oil and gas producing companies in the Fayetteville Shale Play and the Anadarko Basin.
Perform administrative and managerial functions related to the practice of law.
English Instructor
Van Buren School District
July 1991 to July 2005
Responsibilities
Developed and implemented challenging and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of writing, reading comprehension, and mastery of advanced linguistics.
Taught Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition to senior high school students for undergraduate college course credit.
Taught Creative writing to a diverse classes of up to 30 students.
Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty.
Combined discipline plans with effective measures and various lesson plans to increase concentration, participation, and progress student accountability.
Achieved score of 90th percentile on state's year-end reading comprehension and writing exam.
Education
Juris Doctor in Law
Oklahoma City University School of Law -
Oklahoma City, OK
2000 to 2005
Master of Arts in English
Arkansas Tech University -
Russellville, AR
1998 to 1999
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts
University of Arkansas at Little Rock -
Little Rock, AR
1995 to 1999
Skills
Practice of Law; Human Resource Management; Technical Writing; Proficient in WordPerfect, Microsft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
Additional Information
Project Management:
Integral member of multi-million dollar natural resources leasing and integration project in Arkansas' Fayetteville Shale development for corporate clients currently owning leaseholds in over one million acres of Arkansas real property.
Successfully defended multiple corporate clients in numerous state and federal litigations.
Initiated open and closed-file access and accountability project for 100 years of data in Fort Smith law firm which resulted in saving hundreds of thousands of dollars to firm and clients in current and future projects.
Human Resource Management:
Spearheaded multiple new and existing employee accountability program which increased retention and increased profits by tens of thousands of dollars.
Litigation Attorney
Megna Real Estate and Property Management
Hamilton, ON
February 2010 to Present
Litigation attorney practicing in the areas of family law, personal injury, and commercial litigation matters. Vigorously represented clients in all phases of litigation, including, pretrial hearings, mediation, trials and appeals.
Associate Attorney
Cleveland Doan LLP, Barristers and Solicitors
Cleveland, OH
September 2007 to January 2010
Civil litigation attorney with particular emphasis on personal injury, commercial, and family law. Actively involved in all phases of civil litigation including drafting pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs. Frequently drafted and prepared pretrial discovery, as well as argued cases before various trial and appellate courts.
Law Clerk
Humber College Judson Retirement Center
April 2005 to August 2007
Conducted legal research using Westlaw, Casemaker, and other law libraries. Drafted memoranda of law, pleadings, motions, and jury instructions. Worked extensively with attorneys on both state and federal issues of law involving personal injury, admiralty, insurance, and conflicts of law.
Public Interest Fellow/Legal Intern
Westmount County Prosecutor's Office
Westmount, OH
May 2001 to April 2005
Observed criminal trials and wrote press releases involving felony-level defendants. Assisted with the creation of senior citizen safety guides. Researched case law using Westlaw.
Social Work Case Manager
Westmount County Department of Job and Family Services
Westmount, OH
May 2000 to March 2005
Coordinated clients' needs with resources available within public and private sector agencies. Determined client eligibility for assistance programs, e.g., Aid to Dependent Children, Food Stamps, Medicaid, and Refugee Assistance.
Regularly managed over 300 cases.
Promoted free income tax assistance for low-income wage earners through the V.I.T.A. (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program.
Implemented a voter registration campaign for individuals on public assistance.
Education
Doctor in Law
The University of Akron School of Law -
Akron, OH
1998 to 2001
BA in History
The Ohio State University -
Columbus, OH
1992 to 1997
Skills
Civil Litigation, Trials Attorney, Mediation, Arbitration, Domestic Relations, Legal Research, Social Work
Links
Awards
Texas Super Lawyers 2012 Rising Star
2006 American Association for Justice Partnership in Advocacy Scholars Award
2005 Sanders Mestel Award Recipient for Trial Advocacy
National Institute of Trial Advocacy Trial Competition Denver, Colorado - Best Advocate Award
National Finalist American Association for Justice Trial Competition Columbus, Ohio - Regional Finalist
Case Western Reserve Invitational Trial Competition Cleveland, Ohio - Best Advocate Award
National Civil Trial Competition Los Angeles, California
Licences and memberships
Texas Bar Admission, 2006
Federal Court, Eastern District of Texas, 2010
American Bar Association
Texas Bar Association
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
Center for Principled Family Advocacy
Additional activities
Goodwill Industries - Weekly volunteer reader for WEYES (Seeing Eye Radio for Visually Impaired)
Kiwanis (Bath-Ritchfield) - Board member
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association - Family Law Section Board.
Special Education Law Advocate
Work Experience
Special Education Law Advocate
Marymichelle Lotano - Attorney At Law
April 2008 to Present
Advocate for the rights of children with disabilities within the public and non-public school systems. Secure educational aides and vocational services to support and enhance child's educational environment.
Author
New York State Bar Association
New York, NY
February 2001 to March 2008
Authored chapter for the New York State Bar Association's legal publication
Workers' Compensation Law and Practice in New York State.
Legal Consultant
Stephan, Oringer, Richman & Theodora LLP
July 1999 to February 2001
Team lead consultant for RICO litigation claim against various Workers' Compensation insurance companies. Directed and produced research of the legal procedures and legislation pertaining to proper case handling for California Workers' Compensation cases.
Consulting Appellate Attorney
Marymichelle Lotano - Attorney At Law
May 1992 to June 1999
Consultant for New York State Workers' Compensation Law appellate issues. Delivered research and writing of Memorandum of Law to private practice law firms.
Associate Attorney
Guilford, Steiner, Sarvas
October 1991 to February 1992
Workers' compensation defense counsel. File responsibility from inception of claim through depositions, hearing process, litigation, or settlement of case. Achieved favorable litigation outcome for insurance carriers and California Insurance Guarantee Association.
Associate Attorney/ Private Practice
Landau, Omahana
November 1981 to October 1991
Workers' compensation defense counsel. File responsibility from inception of claim through depositions, hearing process, litigation, or settlement of case. Achieved favorable litigation outcome for insurance carriers.
Senior Attorney
New York State Workers' Compensation Board
June 1977 to October 1981
Lead Senior Attorney for Appellate team responsible for the production of all research, review, and writing of legal memoranda presented to the Board of Commissioners and New York State Appellate Division 3rd Department. Achieved statutory time line compliance for all appeals in excess of 6 months. Developed agency-wide policies and procedures. Fostered relationship between the legal staff of the Office of Appeals and members of the Board of Commissioners and the New York State Attorney General's Office.
Associate Attorney
Sullivan, Cunningham, Keenan
August 1984 to June 1977
Defense and Plaintiff counsel for Workers' Compensation cases. Plaintiff counsel for Social Security Disability cases. Generated client business by cultivating positive relationship between firm and carriers. Secured plaintiff cases through firm outreach efforts in the community. Coordinated discovery procedures, orchestrated settlement negotiations, and produced successful litigation results for caseload.
STATES OF BAR CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK
ADDMITTANCE
Education
Juris Doctor
ALBANY LAW SCHOOL -
Albany, NY
BA in Rehabilitation Services
SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CA
SKILLS Certified Special Education Law Advocate - November 2013
