Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                  

Job Posting: General Attorney

Address: 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000           

Phone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx

Email: abc@xyz.com

Citizenship: COUNTRY

Social Security Number: 059-62-5127

 

 

Core Qualifications

 

Strategic Planning

Performance Optimization

Legal Processes/Procedures

Crisis Management

Decision-Making

Research and Analysis

Negotiation and Communication Skills

 

 

Professional Experience

 

Louis & Adinolfi, LLC - New York, NY

Supervisor:  May Contact - NAME, PHONE NUMBER

Hours:  XX per Week

Partner; Salary: $XXXXX/yr; 4/2002-Present

 

Contribute solid legal expertise and dynamic analytical skills in multiple practice areas, including: Immigration and Naturalization, Criminal and Civil Immigration, Landlord Tenant, Real Estate and General Practice.  Handle all facets and phases of complex litigation files in various stages of completion, including trial.  Demonstrate exceptional project management skills in overseeing and preparing documents in compliance with applicable court rules and regulations, internal policies and procedures.

 

Effectively lead staff within a team environment in managing day-to-day administrative activities and business operations, including associates, paralegals, law clerks and administrative staff.  Plan and coordinate a variety of different general and specialized litigation cases; negotiate with opposing counsel; draft motions; propound and respond to discovery.  Conduct and defend depositions; attend hearings and conferences and draft legal correspondences.

 

 

Law Firm Mondesir & Alexis, Esq. - Address

Supervisor:  May Contact - NAME, PHONE NUMBER

Hours:  XX per Week

Associate; Salary: $XXXXX/yr; 10/2000-4/2001

 

Directly oversaw a full trust and estate caseload.  Proficiently handled court appearances on both Civil and Criminal matters.  Conducted several Matrimonial Trials through completion.  Performed comprehensive research and analysis in drafting effective pleadings, motions, discovery requests and replies, and appellate briefs. 

 

Carefully reviewed and analyzed witness statements and other documentation in preparation for depositions and trial.  Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local codes and regulations.  Built and maintained dynamic relationships with clients to facilitate repeat, referral and new business.  Proficiently developed and executed case strategies, representing individuals and corporations for civil and criminal matters in state and federal courts.

 

 

 

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Job Posting: General Attorney

Social Security Number: XXX-XX-XXXX                                                                                  page 2 of 2

 

 

 

State of Michigan - Address

Supervisor:  May Contact - NAME, PHONE NUMBER

Hours:  XX per Week

Paralegal; Salary: $XXXXX/yr; 1/1994-12/1995

 

Worked diligently in the arbitration unit of general counsel s office.  Applied dynamic communication and problem solving skills toward diplomatically responding to and resolving client complaints, conducive to maximizing customer satisfaction and retention.  Represented the firm in arbitration and in small claims court, contributing solid legal and communication abilities.  Drafted multiple motions and discovery requests and responses, demonstrating exceptional project management and organizational skills in achieving operational goals and timelines.

 

 

Volunteer Experience

 

Honorable Gregory Holiday, State of Michigan Consumer Advocate Administrative Court - Address

Supervisor:  May Contact - NAME, PHONE NUMBER

Hours:  XX per Week

Student Law Clerk; Salary: N/A; Dates (with months)

 

Exhibited solid research and analysis talents in studying legal documents to investigate facts and law of cases.  Prepared various legal memorandums and documents.  Resourcefully reviewed and analyzed law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by Law Clerks and Judge.  Reviewed pleadings, petitions and other documents relevant to court actions. 

 

 

Women s Organization Name - Address

Supervisor:  May Contact - NAME, PHONE NUMBER

Hours:  XX per Week

Volunteer; Salary: N/A; Dates (with months)

 

Demonstrated a strong understanding of the law and applied knowledge toward assisting the underprivileged with their legal rights.  Ensured clients were fully aware of the applicable law and legal procedures/processes involved.  Interviewed clients, applying communication and interpersonal relation abilities.

 

 

Education/Training/Certifications

 

Juris Doctor - Michigan State University, Detroit College of Law, 1997-1999.

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science - Northern Michigan University, 1994.

Certificate for Completion for Microsoft Word, Excel, and WordPerfect.

Admitted in Michigan Bar, passed May 2000 bar exam.

 

 

Awards/Commendations

 

Student Leadership Award - Northern Michigan University

 

 

 

 

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Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                               

Job Posting: General Attorney

Address: 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000           

Phone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx

Email: abc@xyz.com

Citizenship: COUNTRY

Social Security Number: 059-62-5127

 

 

 

I am highly interested in being considered for the General Attorney position currently available.  With approximately 10 years experience in the legal field, I am confident that I can make a positive contribution in this position.  To acquaint you with my qualifications, I am submitting my resume.  In advance, thank you for your consideration.

 

As demonstrated in the accompanying documents, I have built a successful legal career, progressing from a Paralegal to Associate Attorney to my current position as a Partner.  I offer a comprehensive knowledge of legal operations, administration and technologies, with a consistent track record of identifying, developing and executing new ideas and approaches toward generating results.  I excel in strategically managing resources to optimize productivity, efficiency, quality, and safety while containing and reducing operating costs.  A hands-on leader, I am highly effective in training, scheduling, developing, evaluating, and directing diverse personnel. 

 

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  I welcome the opportunity to meet with you at your earliest convenience, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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