Clara Cochran
Madison,MS
Summary
Experienced attorney with 7 years of experience in insurance law. Analyzes complex legal issues, formulates legal arguments and provides sound advice. Adept at communicating ideas and advice. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Carlisle Clothing
Jackson, MS
10.2013 - 10.2015
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise
- Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Staff Attorney
Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
Ridgeland, MS
01.1994 - 10.2001
- Responded to legal analyses requests from company management employees in five-state area
- Composed legal opinions on a variety of issues including questions of insurance coverage arising from policyholder claims
- Researched legal authorities, statutory and case law and examined legal document drafts for compliance with law.
- Assisted Underwriting Department in creating clear, concise policy language which met legal standards
- Analyzed current and proposed policy language for clarity and compliance with statutory, regulatory and case law.
- Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedent.
Education
Juris Doctor - Law
University of Mississippi
University, MSB.A. - Psychology
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Case Interpretation
- Reading Comprehension
- Drafting of Opinions
- Efficient Researcher
Timeline
Sales Associate
Carlisle Clothing
10.2013 - 10.2015
Staff Attorney
Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company
01.1994 - 10.2001
Juris Doctor - Law
University of Mississippi
B.A. - Psychology
Mississippi State University