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objective

in-house counsel candidate eager to contribute expertise toward actively supporting a dynamic organization in achieving critical objectives.

 

profile

ø  effectively define, develop and implement targeted action plans to maximize operational productivity, efficiency and profitability.

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, relationship building and problem-solving abilities.

ø  excel at interacting with broad populations including senior management, staff, clients and external contractors.

ø  proactively train, develop and direct motivated teams and create a collaborative environment conducive to achieving high levels of employee retention and job satisfaction.

ø  proven value and dedication as a team member, as demonstrated by longevity and progression throughout career.

ø  exceptional ability to research and evaluate cases, laws and regulations and use findings toward designing and executing innovative strategies to support clients.

ø  highly versatile; quickly master new roles, responsibilities, technologies, and environments.

ø  facilitate smooth communication between staff and senior personnel and expedite workflow to attain objectives.

 

key career achievements

ø  supported the coordination and interpretation of $493m northwest parkway public highway authority concession and lease agreement.

ø  counseled the pikes peak rural transportation authority on all legal matters, including allocation to its member entities of approximately $70m of annual sales tax revenue.

ø  effectively negotiated ~$250k construction, engineering, consulting and employment contracts.

ø  updated the e-470 public highway authority facility improvements manual; implemented policies for accommodating, installing, adjusting, relocating or maintaining utilities and surface improvements.

 

professional experience

icenogle, norton smith, blieszner, gilida & pogue, p.c., denver, co                                                 2004-2008

associate attorney

  contributed advanced communication and interpersonal relation skills toward providing legal advice to public and private clients, conducting board of director meetings and successfully negotiating agreements.

  relied upon to lend legal expertise toward advising clients on project development, contract creation and public/private partnership administration.

  conducted comprehensive research and analysis of various legal issues, including interpretation of state and federal legislation and regulations to clearly support the interests, objectives and obligations of clients.

  effectively led and motivated paralegals, law clerks and administrative staff within a team environment in managing day-to-day administrative activities and business operations, playing an instrumental role in the development of top performing team members.

  built and maintained key relationships with clients to facilitate repeat, referral and new business.

  strategically planned and coordinated workflow to maximize use of resources while controlling costs and meeting client needs.

  proficiently prepared bylaws and governing documents for pikes peak rural transportation authority, thompson crossing metropolitan district nos. 3-6 and other public entities, with strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.

  demonstrated project management and prioritizing skills in handling all aspects of diverse legal cases; updated insurance and indemnification requirement policies for e-470 public highway authority contracts and assisted with pretrial commercial litigation claims.

 

 

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superior court of california, san diego, ca                                                                                     2002

judicial intern department 74

  exhibited critical thinking and analytical skills in reviewing pleadings and motions, conducting research, drafting preliminary orders and writing bench memoranda evaluating parties arguments in civil law matters.

  proactively attended and observed trials, settlement conferences, oral arguments and hearings, acquiring valuable legal knowledge and experience.

 

university of tennessee, knoxville, tn                                                                                             1995-2000

assistant athletic trainer (1997-2000)

graduate assistant athletic trainer (1995-1997)

  optimized use of financial resources by strategically developing and administering team travel budgets as wells as persuasively negotiating and efficiently administering transport, lodging and meal contracts.

  supervised, trained and motivated graduate assistants and student trainers, playing an instrumental role in the development of top performing team members.

 

prior experience

 

student athletic trainer - university of colorado, boulder, co        

                                                                 

education

juris doctorate, certificate from the center for global legal studies - thomas jefferson school of law, san diego, ca

honors & activities: cum laude, president of society for law and medicine, trustees scholarship

 

master of science in human performance and sport studies, concentration in sport administration c university of tennessee, knoxville, tn

 

bachelor of arts in kinesiology - university of colorado, boulder, co

 

professional affiliations

american bar association

colorado bar association
denver bar association

 

community activities

board of directors & volunteer - senior high rise food bank, 2008-present

 

 

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i am currently exploring new opportunities, and am interested in joining your team.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i m submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as illustrated by the accompanying resume, i have a comprehensive background in pre-litigation and corporate transactional law.  from supporting high performance teams and facilitating superior client servicing to defining and executing proactive legal strategies to achieve clients goals, i have continually excelled in maximizing performance as a dynamic team member.  i excel in identifying and resolving inefficiencies, introducing solutions instrumental to boosting performance and strategically utilizing resources to generate optimal results. 

 

as a member of your team, i will consistently exhibit a strong commitment to quality and a dedication to playing a large role in achieving and surpassing goals.  i am eager to meet with you to discuss how my qualifications support your current and prospective needs, and welcome the opportunity to interview at your earliest convenience.

 

professional regards,

 

 

 

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