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Jessica Claire
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Summary

Associate Attorney at Glasser

I handle a variety of matters related to consumer protection, financial services, and legal debt collection. Prior to joining Glasser, I worked for a lender as in-house counsel covering areas related to the Truth in Lending Act [Regulation Z], the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act [Regulation X], the Equal Credit Opportunity Act [Regulation B], and other Mortgage and Realty related matters. I served as a Judicial Extern in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama under the Honorable Judge L. Scott Coogler.

Education and Training
J.D.: , Expected in 05/2020 to The University of Alabama School of Law - Tuscaloosa, AL,
GPA:
  • Trial Advocacy
  • Order of the Samaritan
  • Law and Economics Society- President
Bachelor of Science: Economics, IR, And Bus Admin Minor, Expected in 12/2016 to Shepherd University - Shepherdstown, WV,
GPA:
  • Double Major in Economics and International Relations
  • Minor in Business Administration
  • Magna Cum laude graduate
  • Dean's List Honors 2013-2016
  • Founder of the Shepherdstown Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force
  • Model United Nations Head-Delegate 3x
Legal Work Experience
Associate Attorney, 05/2022 to Current
Richmond American Homes, ,
  • Creditor's Rights, Consumer Protection, and Financial Services.
  • Negotiate civil dispute settlements on behalf of clients to meet desired outcomes;
  • Conduct trial and pre-trial proceedings in District and Circuit court throughout Northern Virginia;
  • Draft pleadings, motions and other agreed orders and settlement agreements;
  • Provided legal advice, opinions and solutions regarding issues and risks on various transactional and regulatory matters.
Associate Counsel, 06/2021 to 05/2022
Capital Center, LLCCity, STATE,
  • Supervisor Contact: Samuel Runko (804)617-7747
  • Led a team of 15+ employees in all operations, including Loan Analyst, Loan Consultants, and Quality Control Analyst;
  • Ensure compliance with CFBB, RESPA, Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act;
  • Evaluate data involving assets, income, liabilities, expenditures and surpluses;
  • Lead team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously advance performance;
  • Collaborate with Senior Management and HR team to determine organizational needs and position requirements for potential employee candidates;
  • Interview potential candidates and make collaborative hiring decisions.
  • [All in addition to task listed under prior position]
Legal Operations Attorney, 01/2021 to 06/2021
The University Of Alabama School Of Law – E ClinicCity, STATE,
  • Conduct In-House contract closings;
  • Conduct purchase settlement process;
  • Conduct in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements and contracts;
  • Maintain consistent daily operations by establishing procedures and monitoring team performance;
  • Guide team to consistently achieve daily, weekly and monthly production goals;
  • Collaborate with other managers to deliver consistent leadership across teams.
Student Attorney, 08/2019 to 01/2020
United States District Court For The Northern DistCity, STATE,
  • Supervisor Contact: Casey Faucon (205)-348-5927
  • Communicated effectively with clients to interpret laws, rulings and regulations which affected each Business;
  • Conducted in-depth research in order to write effective proposals, agreements and contracts;
  • Negotiated civil dispute settlements to minimize payment or maximize receipt of monetary damages;
  • Addressed strategic issues of public policy periodically.
  • Conducted audits on company policies;
  • Reviewed and negotiated legal documents relating to Video Game industry;
  • Addressed contract-specific matters during case and precedent research;
  • Adhered to strict security protocols to protect confidentiality of all data;
  • Completed assigned duties and consistently produced high volume of work to support daily business needs.
Judicial Extern, 08/2018 to 02/2019
The United States SenateCity, STATE,
  • Supervisor Contact: Anna Belle Norton (205)561-1668

Note* Judge Coogler gives all his Clerks nicknames and knew me best as "Mo" or "The Developer".

  • United States District Court – Northern District of Alabama – Honorable Chief Judge L. Scott Coogler.
  • Reviewed filings and briefed the Judge;
  • Drafted memos and opinions;
  • Shadowed the Judge during mediations, phone conferences, and other court proceedings;
  • Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.
U.S. Senate Intern, 05/2018 to 08/2018
Company NameCity, State,
  • Supervisor Contact: Cameron Nelson (202) 224-3954
  • Senator Joseph Manchin III
  • Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events and robust feedback system through office staff;
  • Maintained up to date understanding of local, regional, national and international news and developments;
  • Reviewed concerns of constituents to determine required governmental action;
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including taking notes during meetings and giving VIPs tours of the U.S. Capitol Building;
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Skills & Certs
  • Virginia State Bar #95919
  • District of Columbia Bar #90011606
  • Virginia Notary Public
  • American Law and Economics Society - Contributing Member
  • Encompass by Ellie Mae
  • Arabic – Fluent
  • Proficient in Westlaw
  • Proficient in LexisNexis
  • Proficient in Best-Case by STRETTO™
  • Proficient in NextChapter
  • Proficient in Clio™
  • Amharic – Comprehend

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • The University of Alabama School of Law
  • Shepherd University

Job Titles Held:

  • Associate Attorney
  • Associate Counsel
  • Legal Operations Attorney
  • Student Attorney
  • Judicial Extern
  • U.S. Senate Intern

Degrees

  • J.D.
  • Bachelor of Science

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