Professional law graduate with well rounded educational background, particularly with formulation of depositions, preparation of briefs, general counsel and advisement as well as risk assessment.  Strong legal research and writing expertise.

 

Appellate and Trial Briefs   Creative Problem Solving   Client Advisory Services

Data Analysis & Research   Risk Assessment   Timeline Oriented

Workers Compensation   General Counsel   Advanced Negotiations

 

Ø  Strong multi-tasking background with the ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously, including specialized knowledge of various legal processes and methodologies, transactional documents, research and development as well as forming collaborative relationships with all departmental resources for the betterment of the company.     

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing procedures and operational protocols to protect the corporation from liability.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of high-standard delivery methodologies. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong technical skills to diverse organization and client needs.

Ø  Technology savvy with knowledge of multiple applications and platforms.

 

 

 

Ø  Employ successful litigation processes through application of advanced communication and interpersonal skills.

Ø  Draft, review, negotiate and approve all contracts entered into by the company.

Ø  Ensure critical internal and regulatory compliance as well as data integrity/quality control.

Ø  Capable of in-depth research and data analysis with the purpose of improving efficiency best practices and productivity. 

Ø  Demonstrate dynamic leadership qualities and strong communication skills in successfully steering planning meetings and delivering comprehensive strategies.

Ø  Capable of in-depth research and analysis with the purpose of identifying relevant issues and applying well-documented data to meet client needs.  

Ø  Develop and implement numerous protocols and policies with the purpose of identifying and resolving relevant issues in a proactive manner. 

 

n J.D. C Stetson Trial Team (2 years), Prosecution Internship, Phi Delta Phi Stetson University College of Law  

n BFA C Magna Cum Laude, Golden Key National Honor Society, Florida International University

n Member of Florida Bar

n Member of U.S. District Court, Southern, Middle, and Northern Districts of Florida

 

 

 

 

 

 

Independent Contractor, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach                           2003-Present

  Main responsibilities: Prepare appellate and trial briefs, substantive motions, research and writing memoranda for federal and state court on complex commercial, civil and workers' compensation matters; Koch & Trushin, P.A..

 

Associate, Herzfeld & Rubin                                                                                         2001-2002

  Main responsibilities: Worked for products liability, civil litigation and workers' compensation defense firm.  Drafted substantive motions, trial and appellate briefs for federal and state court, attended court hearings, depositions and trial in litigation support capacity.

 

Associate, George, Hartz, Lundeen, Fulmer, Johnstone, King & Stevens, P.A.          2000-2001

  Main responsibilities: Assisted in appellate support division, drafted appellate briefs, substantive motions and research memoranda on complex issues for federal and state court.

 

Additional Experience

 

-  Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney s Office, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, West Palm Beach

 

-  Associate, Moss, Henderson, Blanton, Lanier, Kretschmer & Murphy, P.A.

 

-  Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney s Office, Nineteenth Judicial Circuit, Fort Pierce

          

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this company, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer a well rounded academic and professional background in numerous areas of the litigation and legal advisement arena as a well tenured attorney and independent contractor.  I am now actively seeking a new application for my specialized background. 

As an Independent Contractor Attorney, I can fulfill your Firm's overflow needs without the necessity of hiring a new associate or overloading existing attorneys. With my extensive Research & Writing skills developed over the past ten years, I am equipped to prepare all types of civil motions and responses, legal memoranda, trial briefs and appellate briefs.  Additionally, Legal Malpractice policies today usually provide for addition of an Independent Contractor at no cost to the Firm.

            I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy