ANNA M. TULLAR
Decatur,AL
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients, developing legal strategies and drafting legal pleadings and documents. Well-versed in principles of civil litigation, specifically in medical malpractice and personal injury. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Hagwood And Tipton, PC
09.2021 - Current
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Represented clients in court hearings and depositions with other parties.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Represented clients in civil litigation in state and federal courts.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Researched, prepared and filed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
Law Clerk
Hagwood And Tipton, PC
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Managed administrative duties such as filing documents, scheduling meetings and tracking case statuses.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
- Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
- Used internal templates to prepare subpoenas and client correspondence.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Student Advocate
Cumberland Veteran’s Legal Assistance Clinic
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided legal assistance to veterans as an outreach program for law students and the community during the infancy stages of the clinic while also clerking and attending law school.
- Provided pro-bono legal assistance to veterans and their families for various civil and criminal matters, including record expungement, estate document drafting, VA medical benefits issues, and insurance defense issues.
- Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Communicated with clients and prospective clients, explaining potential avenues for legal relief.
- Provided legal advice under the supervision of attorneys to 15 veterans and families.
Law Clerk
Merrell Law Firm, LLC
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
- Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
Legal Intern
Rutherford County District Attorney’s Office
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Coordinated information and meetings amongst local law enforcement personnel, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the Medical Examiner’s office, and victims’ families.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Conducted initial client interviews, gathering facts and preparing case summaries.
Legal Intern
Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Attended court hearings to take notes and document proceedings.
Education
Juris Doctorate, (JD) -
Cumberland School of Law
Birmingham, AL05.2021
Bachelor of Science, (BS) - Criminal Justice (Psychology)
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12.2017
Skills
- Case Interpretation and Management
- Court Procedures and Preparation
- Civil Litigation
- Legal Writing
- Litigation Management
- Efficient Legal Researcher
- Discovery Processes
- Settlement Negotiation
- Reviewing Documents
- Client Representation
- Document Preparation
- Effective Communication
Bar Admissions
Alabama State Courts
Northern District of Alabama
Middle District of Alabama
Southern District of Alabama
Tennessee State Courts
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Hagwood And Tipton, PC
09.2021 - Current
Student Advocate
Cumberland Veteran’s Legal Assistance Clinic
01.2021 - 05.2021
Law Clerk
Hagwood And Tipton, PC
06.2020 - 08.2021
Law Clerk
Merrell Law Firm, LLC
08.2019 - 12.2019
Legal Intern
Rutherford County District Attorney’s Office
07.2019 - 07.2019
Legal Intern
Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office
06.2019 - 06.2019
Juris Doctorate, (JD) -
Cumberland School of Law
Bachelor of Science, (BS) - Criminal Justice (Psychology)
Middle Tennessee State University