APRIL M. MCHEFFEY
Hardeeville,South Carolina
Summary
Oversaw legal education initiatives focused on international mortgage financing regulations. Engaged in advanced legal studies in both Beijing and Moscow to enhance expertise.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
The White House, Office of Legal Counsel
1997.01
- Interned for a senior counsel to President Clinton; received National Security Clearance. Helped to coordinate inter-governmental legal liaison and was entrusted with the custody of highly confidential and sensitive documents. Reviewed and summarized voluminous documents and papers from Congress.
Real Estate Closer
Mikkelson Law Firm, LLC
2023.01 - Current
- Collaborate with lenders, brokers, buyers and sellers to facilitate real estate transactions. Deliver professional and engaging closing experience to clients. Conduct real estate closings and assist clients throughout the process and post transfer of title. Review deeds for recordation. Manage document deliveries and track final executed documents. Effectively prioritize and manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Maintained legal files, organize and file documents.
Real Estate Closer
Weeks & Irvine, LLC
2020.01 - 2023.01
- Accurately prepare settlement statements, disburse, and fund files for reconciliation and address audit items. Collaborate with wholesale lenders, mortgage brokers, real estate agents. Review contracts for accuracy. Resale and new home builder transaction experience. Review title issues to address curative items. Strong multitasking and communication skills.
Underwriting Counsel
First American Title Insurance Company/Acres Land Title Agency, Inc.
2017.01 - 2019.01
- Provide counsel and advice to effectuate comprehensive business practices to enable the issuance of title insurance policies and manage risk of loss to the company. Prepare and review title policies, title amendment letters, pro-formas, and review of closing documents for internal compliance. Foster relationships with business clientele and sales associates for market expansion. Assist with company sponsored continuing legal education (CLE) classes and seminars.
Attorney
McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP
2011.01 - 2016.01
- Concentration in all facets of real estate transactions. Represented buyers, sellers, Estates, corporate entities and municipalities in the acquisition and sale of residential real property and related financing. Conduct thorough due diligence of title, survey, loan documentation and attorney review. Proficiently draft contracts, deeds, mortgage instruments and various agreements. Seamlessly worked with title companies, realtor brokers and lending institutions building strategic relationships. Solely managed heavy case load while maintaining exceptional individualized client relationships.
Thomas J. McCarthy Real Estate, Inc.
2007.01 - 2010.01
- Conducted detailed research on demographics and converted to concise marketable presentations. Gathered and condensed materials relating to zoning, building, and permissible uses of individual properties including residential, commercial, mixed and agricultural uses. Interfaced with local officials relative to permit and building applications and processes. Created individualized marketing materials for media distribution; posted and monitored real estate listings on multiple specialized internet sites; responsible for coordinating and publishing all advertising medium; tracking and publishing all advertising medium; tracked and graphed local real estate data and issued reports of sales, inventory, volume, and comparative analysis. Hold training seminars on short-sale guidelines and pre-foreclosure developments.
Managing Attorney
Clear Title and Closing, Inc.
2003.01 - 2006.01
- Supervised all facets of full-service real estate title and closing company conducting business in 3 states (RI, MA, CT). Responsible for all staffing policies and procedures, interviewing and hiring process for all in-house and contract employees; managed trust and operating bank accounts. Opened, organized, and developed the business from the ground up to maximize functionality. Oversight of title work, loan funding operations, title commitments and policies. Trained staff attorneys to perform real estate closings. Managerial responsibilities included running of reports showing income, business volume, sources of business; and develop strategies for growth.
Associate
Law Offices of Michael J. Murray, Esq.
2001.01 - 2003.01
- Responsible for all phases of residential real estate closings (purchases and refinances). Draft HUD-1 RESPA statements, policy commitments, title reports, deeds. Obtain all documents and information required for transfer of title. Resolve outstanding issues with banks and brokers. Attendance at closings, explain legal significance of documents to clients and verify proper execution. Responsible for proper recordation of security instruments and legal documents.
Bloomberg, L.P.
1999.01 - 2000.01
- Assisted interviews of top market analysts and company CEO’s; prepared topical questions after conducting detailed research. Monitored stock trends and financial markets; researched market sectors: primarily technology and transportation, for the preparation of televised financial news reports; worked under critical daily time sensitive deadlines. Utilized a highly specialized and functional computer system: Bloomberg Terminal.
Education
Juris Doctor - undefined
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, RI01.2001
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University of Peking School of Law
Beijing, China01.2000
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Moscow State University School of Law
Moscow, Russia01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Russian Studies
Muhlenberg College
Allentown, PA01.1998
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Harvard University
Cambridge, MA01.1996
Skills
Achieved successful mortgage processing for clients by leveraging expertise in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines Enhanced operational efficiency by implementing best practices in federal mortgage lending Fostered client satisfaction through effective communication and support throughout the mortgage journey
BAR ADMISSIONS
- Georgia, Admitted 2021
- Supreme Court of the United States, Admitted 2013
- New Jersey, Admitted 2010
- Retired 2024
- Massachusetts, Admitted 2001
Timeline
Real Estate Closer
Mikkelson Law Firm, LLC
2023.01 - Current
Real Estate Closer
Weeks & Irvine, LLC
2020.01 - 2023.01
Underwriting Counsel
First American Title Insurance Company/Acres Land Title Agency, Inc.
2017.01 - 2019.01
Attorney
McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP
2011.01 - 2016.01
Thomas J. McCarthy Real Estate, Inc.
2007.01 - 2010.01
Managing Attorney
Clear Title and Closing, Inc.
2003.01 - 2006.01
Associate
Law Offices of Michael J. Murray, Esq.
2001.01 - 2003.01
Bloomberg, L.P.
1999.01 - 2000.01
The White House, Office of Legal Counsel
1997.01
Juris Doctor - undefined
Roger Williams University School of Law
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University of Peking School of Law
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Moscow State University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Russian Studies
Muhlenberg College
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Harvard University