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BRIAN AGARD

Winter Park,FL

Summary

As a Florida-barred attorney with 15 years of distinguished service in the US military and a decade of comprehensive legal experience, I bring a unique blend of dedication, adaptability, and drive. Throughout my career, I have consistently exceeded expectations, earning recognition for my ability to navigate high-pressure environments with composure and efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

SPECIAL VICTIM COUNSEL REGIONAL MANAGER

US Army
Orlando, FL
10.2023 - Current
  • Provide legal representation to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
  • Manage 6-10 attorneys and 4-6 paralegals by assigning caseloads, disseminating information, coordinating travel, and providing guidance.
  • Provide training and engage with stakeholders involved in handling cases involving special victims.
  • Report quarterly statistics for region's workload and ensure compliance with record-keeping requirements.

TRIAL COUNSEL

US Army
Orlando, FL
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Represent the Army against Soldiers in trial, administrative hearings, and other proceedings.
  • Acts as the consulting counsel.
  • Advise investigating officers appointed to investigate misconduct, loss of government property, etc.
  • Conduct legal research into a vast array of topics to help guide the actions of Commanders.

FINANCE OFFICER/ PLATOON LEADER

US Army
Orlando, FL
08.2019 - 06.2022
  • Clear unliquidated obligations to allow reutilization of appropriated funds.
  • Deploy expertise in Army policies and procedures to assist in advancing short-term and long-range financial goals.
  • Advise Command on pay and entitlement policies, practices, and procedures.
  • Lead and manage 30-45 Soldiers.

Legal Administrator

US Army
Orlando, FL
12.2016 - 08.2019
  • Deploy legal expertise to ensure legal and regulatory compliance at all organizational levels.
  • Manage and track cases for a Command supporting 10,000 Soldiers.
  • Coordinate legal assistance services, client intake, office meetings and trial schedules.
  • Create templates for using of over 100 employees, review all legal documents received.

BRIGADE PARALEGAL NCOIC

US Army Task Force Raging Bull
Bagram, Afghanistan
11.2015 - 10.2016
  • Senior paralegal for a Command supporting 800 Soldiers. Responsible for providing training, managing, drafting, and tracking cases. Supervising 8 paralegals.

PARALEGAL SPECIALIST

US Army
Orlando, FL
04.2009 - 01.2015

Education

Juris Doctorate -

Florida A&M University College of Law
01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies

University of Central Florida
01.2015

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Drafting

Legal Compliance

Legal Analysis

Legal writing

Trial experience

Administrative Support

Case File Management

Reviewing documents

Investigation skills

Efficient researcher

Client Counseling

Case Management

Oral debate

Legal Research and Review

Legal Document Preparation

Team building

Task Prioritization

Self Motivation

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Thinking

Goal Setting

Recruitment and hiring

Conflict Resolution

Risk Assessment

Professionalism

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancement

Timeline

SPECIAL VICTIM COUNSEL REGIONAL MANAGER

US Army
10.2023 - Current

TRIAL COUNSEL

US Army
05.2022 - 10.2023

FINANCE OFFICER/ PLATOON LEADER

US Army
08.2019 - 06.2022

Legal Administrator

US Army
12.2016 - 08.2019

BRIGADE PARALEGAL NCOIC

US Army Task Force Raging Bull
11.2015 - 10.2016

PARALEGAL SPECIALIST

US Army
04.2009 - 01.2015

Juris Doctorate -

Florida A&M University College of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies

University of Central Florida

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