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yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

125 s. jefferson st. #0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

xxx-xxx-xxxx

abc@xyz.com


 

attorney


profile

 

accomplished legal professional with extensive courtroom experience and comprehensive background representing key clients.  exceptional ability to research and evaluate case findings and create innovative solutions.  adept in building, planning and structuring new business and expanding client base.  effectively define, develop and implement targeted case strategies.  utilize superior legal background to draft sophisticated and complex legal documents, contracts and agreements.  ability to juggle several projects simultaneously while working under pressure in fast-paced environments.  excel at interacting with broad populations, including legal professionals, corporate executives, staff, junior associates and clients.  additional experience in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing, product liability actions, fair credit reporting act, title vii claim, breach of fiduciary, employment contract, construction defense, amongst others.

 

client relations | contract negotiations | communications | settlements

staff management | oral argument | strategic planning | team leadership


key cases

 

  successfully obtained summary judgment on failure to warn claim brought against a generic drug manufacturer in defending a pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in a product liability action. 

  defeated motion for class certification and settled $83 million claim for $16,000 in defending putative class action alleging violations of the fair credit reporting act against financial institution trading on the nasdaq exchange. 

  obtained summary judgment on cross-motions and defended attack of judgment on appeal in representing a cooperative housing corporation and individual board member defendants in a breach of fiduciary duty claim seeking in excess of $8 million. 

  effectively persuaded a panel of arbitrators to deny the employees claim of an employment contract and reject the employee s request for in excess of $15,000 in back wages.

  in defending a construction company, obtained dismissal of implied contractual indemnity claims, a finding of no liability in non-binding mediation and a settlement disposing of all claims for less than 15% of plaintiffs demands.  


career background

 

arnstein & lehr llp, chicago, il                                                                                    2001-present

litigation partner (2008-present)

litigation associate (2002-2008)

summer associate (2001)

  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.

 

 

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career background continued

 

arnstein & lehr llp, chicago, il                                                                                    2001-present

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  plan and coordinate a variety of different general and specialized litigation cases; negotiate with opposing counsel, draft motions and propound and respond to discovery.

  conduct and defend depositions; attend hearings and conferences and draft legal correspondences.

  research and analyze witness statements and other documentation in preparation for depositions and trial.

  ensure compliance with all federal, state and local codes and regulations.

  build and maintain dynamic relationships with clients to facilitate repeat, referral and new business.

  proficiently develop and execute case strategies, representing individuals and corporations.

  proficiently represented real estate brokerage firms and salespersons in actions alleging fraud, misrepresentation and consumer fraud claims; effectively obtained dismissals pursuant to sections 2-615, 2-691 and 2-1005 of the illinois code of civil procedure. 

  consistently manage a case load of 25+ cases as the responsible attorney in charge.

 

prior experience

 

legal assistant - barry stewart silver, p.c., northbrook, il; 2000


education

 

juris doctor - depaul university college of law, chicago, il, 2002

honors & activities: summa cum laude, order of the coif, top 5%; phi kappa phi academic fraternity; federal tax committee award recipient; who s who: american law students, 21st and 22nd edition; dean s advisory committee, 3rd year day representative 2001-2002; women s bar association of illinois (wbai), depaul chapter, president; student bar association, special events chair; business law journal symposium, faculty coordinator         

 

bachelor of science in finance - university of illinois, urbana-champaign, il, 1999

honors & activities: nancy holmes johnson scholarship award; semester study abroad, senshu university, tokyo, japan


presentations & publications

 

real estate sales person liability - illinois state bar association, real estate law section seminar, 2004

 

application of the attorney client privilege to communications between an insured and its liability or indemnity insurer - liberty mutual insurance company, 2005

 

real estate broker law and litigation - illinois institute for continuing legal education, commercial real estate, 2004 edition & illinois institute for continuing legal education, commercial real estate, 2007 supplement

 

service members civil relief act of 2003: old wine in a new bottle? - consumer finance law quarterly report, winter 2005 edition


community activities

 

associate board of ambassadors member - american cancer society, 2006-present

lawyers in the classroom participant - constitutional rights foundation chicago, 2006-present

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

125 s. jefferson st. #0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

xxx-xxx-xxxx

abc@xyz.com


 

 

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contact name, title

company name

address

city/state/zip code

 

dear__________________:

 

i am currently exploring new career opportunities and to acquaint you with my qualifications, i am submitting my resume for review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, i offer a strong background in managing cases and defining, developing and implementing complex litigation strategies to generate solid results.  over the course of my career, i:

 

  successfully obtained summary judgment on failure to warn claim brought against a generic drug manufacturer in defending a pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers in a product liability action. 

  defeated motion for class certification and settled $83 million claim for $16,000 in defending putative class action alleging violations of the fair credit reporting act against financial institution trading on the nasdaq exchange. 

  obtained summary judgment on cross-motions and defended attack of judgment on appeal in representing a cooperative housing corporation and individual board member defendants in a breach of fiduciary duty claim seeking in excess of $8 million. 

  effectively persuaded a panel of arbitrators to deny the employees claim of an employment contract and reject the employee s request for in excess of $15,000 in back wages.

 

i am now eager to contribute my strategic planning skills and dynamic legal management abilities toward collaborating in your success as a key member of your team.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm in achieving both immediate and long-term goals, and look forward to meeting with you in the near future to discuss my qualifications and how they support your corporate vision.

 

professionally,

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

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