vice president contract compliance officer resume example with 17+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
resumesample@example.com
(555) 432-1000,
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105
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Professional Summary
Paralegal with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to Personal Injury, Corporate law, Medical Malpractice, Property loss and Insurance coverage law. Proficient in conducting legal research, collecting witness statements and organizing files. Technologically-savvy I also offer proficiency in numerous software, spreadsheet development and legal research. Well-versed in e-filing, legal terminology and legal document preparation. Bringing over 10 years of legal expertise and commitment to supporting legal teams.
Skills
Dispute arbitration
Document filing
Discovery processes
MS Office
Exceptional writer
Conflict Resolution
Case Management
E-filing
Investigation skills
Settlement Negotiation
Efficient researcher
Communications
Civil Law
Legal Research
Legal jargon knowledge
Education
Southern Arkansas UniversityLansing, Expected in ā āBachelor of Science:History/Pre-Law And Computer Information Systems - GPA:
Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolLansing, MIExpected in ā āJ.D.:Legal Studies - GPA:
Office handled Family Law cases with large exposure of assets over 10 million.
I managed an office of six paralegals and three assistants in addition to being the paralegal to the Senior Partner.
Communicated corporate objectives across all divisions through regular correspondence and scheduled status updates
Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities
Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings
Handled all incoming business and client requests for information
Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders
Employed interpersonal communication when leading cross-divisional teams
Evaluated multiple facets of substantive law, including domestic relations, property law and bankruptcy.
Bauchan Law Offices, PC - Trial Attorney City, STATE, 02/2003 - 03/2007
Plaintiff's firm that handled all cases from Corporate, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability, Workers Compensation, Property Loss Contract disputes and much more.
Handled over 100 active cases at time while managing team of twenty-three attorneys and average of 25 clients at one time.
Completed annual reviews of case files, employees and overall firm structures and introduced ideas and systems to remedy issues.
Researched, wrote and filed all motions, writs and briefs for each case.
Tracked and researched developing precedent and legislation in Corporate, Workers Compensation and Personal Injury law to maintain expertise and best advise and advocate for clients.
Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
Drafted demurrers and replied to oppositions.
Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Provided legal advice to variety of small and mid-sized businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.
Resolved post-judgment litigation settlements and default judgment orders in favor of clients.
Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials.
Addressed employee concerns regarding demotion and termination.
James Rabaut And Associates - Trial Attorney City, STATE, 02/2000 - 02/2003
Staff Counsel for State Farm Insurance Company. Maintained a full caseload of premise liability, construction litigation, property damage, personal injury, PIP, and subrogation.
Had the main job of drafting opinions interpreting insurance coverage, tier issues and the application of facts of each case involving Michigan and other states.
Assessed cases for probable outcomes by researching black letter law and other legal authority, comparing fact patterns to those of precedential cases.
Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
Conducted settlement negotiations and trial for property case with counterclaims.
Interviewed and selected jurors to verify competency and lack of biases, presenting challenges for cause to dismiss unfit candidates.
Formulated trial techniques specifically pertaining to each case.
Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
Resolved post-judgment litigation settlements and default judgment orders in favor of clients.
Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout course of trials.
Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
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