Carlos Funes
Miami,FL
Summary
Long standing Associate Attorney from Pacheco Perez, P.A., with a proven track record in family law, showcasing exceptional legal research, writing, and strong negotiation skills. Adept in drafting comprehensive agreements and compelling motions, responses, and memorandums of law. Compassionate and strong representation of clients with a high settlement rate while demonstrating litigation prowess when necessary.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Attorney
Pacheco Perez, P.A.
Miami, FL
07.2015 - Current
- Written, reviewed, and edited Marital Settlement Agreements, Paternity Settlement Agreements, Prenuptial / Postnuptial Agreements, and Division of Property Agreements for many clients with a wide variety of issues and circumstances, many times calling for innovative language to create clear, unambiguous, yet comprehensive terms.
- Drafted persuasive complaints, motions, responses, memorandums of law, and other court filings synthesizing facts, evidence, and legal authorities.
- Conducted complex legal research and analyzed case law for a wide variety of issues as well as synthesizing the research into digestible formats for use in litigation proceedings.
- Explained statutes, regulations, and case law in plain language to educate clients.
- Prepared opinions on various issues of law based on research conducted.
- Negotiated settlements between parties in high conflict disputes, both in and out of mediation, while remaining cognizant of the emotional impact on the parties and my client’s interests and the legal implications.
- Counseled clients on their rights under the applicable laws, both during consultations and throughout my representation.
- Represented clients in mediation, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and novel approaches to settlement while boasting a high rate of settlement.
- Solely and fully prepared for live court proceedings and represented clients during said proceedings, effectively advocating on their behalf to achieving favorable outcomes.
- Prepared clients for Court hearings by explaining the procedures of the Court, the parameters of direct and cross examinations, the introduction of evidence and laying the foundation for same, court decorum, and other relevant factors.
- Argued clearly and persuasively, both in written form and during live in-court proceedings.
- Assisted senior attorneys with trial preparation, such as speaking with clients, preparing exhibits, and drafting openings statements, direct examinations, cross examinations, expert witness testimony questions, and closing statements.
- Primarily responsible for the review, analysis, and synthesis of all financial discoveries in my current firm.
- Coordinated discovery efforts including document requests and responses from third parties.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Literary Journalism
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2009
Skills
- Family Law Expertise
- Strong negotiation skills
- Thorough legal research and interpretation
- Case analysis and synthesis
- Strong legal writing ability
- Litigation skills and experience
- Mediation experience
- Patience and compassion with clients
Certification
- Certified Notary Public in the process of becoming a Remote Online Notary.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Affiliations
- I am first and foremost a family man, not only working in the field of family law but devoting my time to my wife and daughters. I also enjoy exercising, traveling, cooking, and am an avid reader of fiction.
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Pacheco Perez, P.A.
07.2015 - Current
- Certified Notary Public in the process of becoming a Remote Online Notary.
J.D. - Law
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Literary Journalism
University of California, Irvine
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