CAREY CORNETT
Hawthorne,NJ
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach. Pending Bar Admission from February 2024 Exam.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Associate
Law Firm of Gold, Albanese & Barletti, LLC
Morristown, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Increased client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal research on various topics.
- Reduced case resolution time with efficient document drafting, review, and negotiation.
- Assisted senior attorneys in preparing for trial, contributing to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Managed complex litigation matters, coordinating with multiple parties to achieve favorable results.
- Handling a case load of over 80 complex litigation cases
Judicial Law Clerk
Passaic County Court House
Paterson, NJ
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Increased court efficiency by drafting bench memoranda and legal opinions.
- Assisted in expediting case resolution through thorough research and analysis of legal issues.
- Maintained an organized system for tracking cases throughout their lifecycle in chambers, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Handled the day to day operations of Chambers and organizing team of 10 members for various task throughout the year.
- Maintain Judge's calendar of 50 plus cases per day.
Human Capital Management Analyst/Coordinator
Goldman Sachs
Jersey City, NJ
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective control measures.
- Handled work load of 50 prospective employees' background and social media checks.
Legal Intern
John Meola Law Firm
Hawthorne, NJ
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing thorough legal research and drafting comprehensive memos.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, contributing to successful case outcomes.
- Conducted extensive legal research for complex cases, resulting in favorable settlements.
- Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
- Managed 20 plus files for greater efficiency in the office.
Legal Department Summer Intern
Summit Financial Resources
Parsippany, NJ
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Interpret SEC and FINRA regulations.
- Draft procedures for the compliance department.
- Enhanced regulatory understanding by conducting thorough research on compliance policies and procedures.
- Assisted in updating company policies to reflect new regulatory SEC compliance laws during their transition from a brokerage firm to a securities firm, thereby reducing potential risks.
- Assisting 5 member team with day to day tasks as well as daily workload.
Court Intern
Hawthorne Municipal Court
Hawthorne, NJ
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Streamlined Court processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of Court events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Provided assistance with 100 defendant calendar on a week to week basis.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Elisabeth Haub School of Law At Pace University
White Plains, NY05.2021
Bachelor of Arts in Law & Society - Law (Pre-Law)
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah, NJ05.2018
Skills
- Westlaw
- Lexis Nexis
- ECourts
- Promis Gavel
- ActionStep
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Project Management
Languages
Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Junior Associate
Law Firm of Gold, Albanese & Barletti, LLC
09.2022 - Current
Judicial Law Clerk
Passaic County Court House
11.2021 - 08.2022
Human Capital Management Analyst/Coordinator
Goldman Sachs
08.2021 - 10.2021
Legal Intern
John Meola Law Firm
03.2021 - 06.2021
Legal Department Summer Intern
Summit Financial Resources
06.2019 - 08.2019
Court Intern
Hawthorne Municipal Court
09.2014 - 08.2018
Juris Doctor -
Elisabeth Haub School of Law At Pace University
Bachelor of Arts in Law & Society - Law (Pre-Law)
Ramapo College of New Jersey