Managing Attorney Resume Example

• Managed $1M budget. Worked directly with Managing Partner to insure funds were properly allocated and spent.
• Managed firm portfolio(over 1,000 cases) while personally handling a caseload of 250 cases (Criminal law, Civil Rights and Discrimination law, Workers' Compensation, and Personal Injury cases)
• Led and directed office management for the Minneapolis (5 staff) and Dallas (4 staff) locations.
• Led, directed, supervised, and trained team of 9 employees
• Maintained dual role of Managing Attorney and Associate for 3 years (2008-2011).
• Served as Associate attorney for a total of 7 years (2004-2011).
• Interviewed and hired attorneys and support staff upon attorney and staff vacancies.
• Implemented policies, training, and procedures for the development, promotion, implementation for effectiveness and efficiency throughout the firm.
• Developed and participated in strategic planning for the firm operation
• Participated in and developed long-term and annual plans.
• Led and directed weekly staff meetings which involved case status updates from each employee and direction on the next steps and action item task.
• Participated in Practice Groups, Program Review Committees, and Working Groups
• Represented the firm in disputes and other issues in all third-party disputes.
• Resolved disputes in mediation, arbitration or other alternative dispute resolution arenas
• Insured that all firm procedures and policies were in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Advised Managing Attorney and implemented firm procedures to insure that both the Minneapolis and Texas offices were in compliance with the Rules of Professional Responsibility in Minnesota and Texas.
• Worked directly with Managing Partner at each office (Minneapolis and Texas) where appropriate.
• Conducted performance reviews of attorneys and staff.
• Responded to all disputes and information requests from clients and third parties, when appropriate.
• Negotiated favorable settlements for clients
• Negotiated ERISA liens and Medicaid liens to maximize clients compensation
• Negotiated with insurance companies, attorneys, medical providers, hospitals, and other third-party agencies for resolution of case
• Managed and approved employee requests for vacation, sick leave, and other related employee matters.
• Managed and supervised office staff schedule.
• Managed office calendar
• Developed, maintained, updated and revised (as needed) the firm procedures as necessary
• Stayed current with best practices.

• Trained, directed, and supervised incoming paralegals and legal assistants.
• Supervised support staff of 3 employees
• Supervised office operations and logistics. Worked directly with Managing Partner.
• Managed firm portfolio as directed and assigned.
• Negotiated settlements with third parties.
• Advised Managing Attorney and implemented procedures to insure compliance with business requirements of the Secretary of State. Filed necessary documents with the Secretary of State for compliance.

• Managed a nationwide litigation portfolio exceeding $25M exposure.
• Participated in and assisted with $750,000 class action suit with over 2,000 members.
• Managed personal caseload of approximately 50 files as a part-time employee.
• Worked directly with Litigation Manager, Senior Counsel, and Division Vice-President of the corporation to maintain compliance with the law in every state while securing the corporation's best interests.
• Managed and directed all attorneys in every state (approx. 48 states) representing the corporation as to the necessary steps required to secure the corporation's best interest.

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