Antoinette Hall
ALLSTON,MA
Summary
A dedicated and accomplished legal professional offering 29 years’ experience in public legal representation. Committed to defending disenfranchisedpopulations from culturally, racially, and diverse low-income communities through zealous advocacy in the Superior, District, Probate and Housing courts within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Documented ability in cultivating a strong professional rapport with clients and opponents.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Panel Attorney – Mental Health Litigation Unit
COMMITTEE FOR PUBLIC COUNSEL SERVICES
02.2011 - Current
- Successfully appeared on numerous mental health litigation matters under: G.L. c. 123 §7, 8 & 8B; G.L. c. 123 § 12; G.L. c. 123 § 35; G.L. c. 201; and, G.L. c. 123 § 9(a) and (b) within eleven Massachusetts counties.
- Provided senior mentorship advice to new panel attorneys as part of an official organized program.
- Provided administrative organizational support through assigned role as the Suffolk County Regional Coordinator, July 2022 to present. Position includes conducting performance audits and creating content for continuing legal education of Panel members.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Litigation Office Manager
CHELSEA LEGAL SERVICES
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Co-led startup and opening of new office as part of senior leadership overseeing the organizational structure, policy creation, securing office resources and developing marketing and media strategies.
- Provide legal support for clients in various stages of housing crisis, domestic violence, consumer protection, and elder planning for clients covered by The Eastern Division of the Housing Court.
Bar Advocate – Criminal Defense Panel
COMMITTEE FOR PUBLIC COUNSEL SERVICES
02.1994 - 02.2011
- Represented both Adults and Juvenile clients in the Suffolk County Criminal courts in all aspects of defense including bail hearings, settlement negotiations, probable cause hearings, trials, probation surrenders and appeals.
- Provided collateral assistance for criminal clients including representation in immigration, family law, restraining order, housing and post conviction matters.
Education
J.D. -
HARVARD LAW SCHOOL
Cambridge04.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & African American Studies
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI04.1989
Skills
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Coordinating Care
- Interpersonal Skill Development
- Psychiatric Disorders
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Community Re-Entry Planning
- HIPAA Requirements
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Medical Records Requests
- Domestic Violence Assistance
- Inpatient Treatment
- Patient Interviews
Timeline
Litigation Office Manager
CHELSEA LEGAL SERVICES
02.2020 - 03.2021
Panel Attorney – Mental Health Litigation Unit
COMMITTEE FOR PUBLIC COUNSEL SERVICES
02.2011 - Current
Bar Advocate – Criminal Defense Panel
COMMITTEE FOR PUBLIC COUNSEL SERVICES
02.1994 - 02.2011
J.D. -
HARVARD LAW SCHOOL
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & African American Studies
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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