Claudia Barichievy
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Accomplished Senior Attorney and Contract Specialist with extensive experience in contract management and negotiations in a diverse and complex business environment. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, well versed in identifying and mitigating risks. Possesses strategic thinking to support optimized contractor relations while fostering corporate governance and compliance. Adept in creating and enforcing service level agreements, ensuring terms conform with stated timelines and key performance areas.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate Attorney
Schutte Attorneys
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Managed efficient turn-around times, displayed sound file management and administration skills.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Represented clients in civil litigation proceedings
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Facilitated and managed daily running of the legal firm.
Accompanying Spouse on Expat Assignment
Beijing Benz Automotive Company
11.2017 - 05.2022
- Accompanied husband and family on expat Assignment in Beijing, China.
Contract Specialist
Mercedes-Benz South Africa
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Performed in-depth market research, identified optimal outsourcing strategies and prepared contracts for approval in areas of facility maintenance and technical contracts.
- Analyzed parameters of joint ventures and created contract framework.
- Examined records and business information for investment advisors to confirm adherence to government regulations.
- Managed bidding process and full procurement cycle by planning, reviewing, soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contracts to achieve seamless transition at all levels of procurement orders.
- Negotiated optimal contract terms and conditions to lessen business risk and maximize financial objectives.
- Reviewed current contracts to identify upcoming contract expirations and coordinated with stakeholders to analyze contract renewals and re-negotiation.
- Conducted quality reviews and monitored contract performance with implementation of key performance indicators and over-inspection protocols to detect non-compliance with terms and organize proactive resolutions.
- Maintained company databases for contracts, vendors and customer information.
- Supported timely and complete billing by documenting milestones and submitting accurate invoicing paperwork.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Built and managed processes for tracking and monitoring department performance.
- Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting contract operations.
Senior Associate Attorney
Dewey & Associates
05.2011 - 12.2013
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Managed efficient turn-around times, displayed sound file management and administration skills.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Represented clients in civil litigation proceedings
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Facilitated and managed daily running of the legal firm.
Junior Attorney
Smith Tabata Incorporated
01.2009 - 04.2011
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Managed efficient turn-around times, displayed sound file management and administration skills.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Represented clients in civil litigation proceedings
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Education
Admitted And Enrolled Attorney -
Eastern Cape Division
Grahamstown, South Africa04.2011
Bachelor of Law (Juris Doctor Equivalent) -
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa04.2009
Bachelor of Arts - (Majors in Legal Theory, Psychology And History)
Rhodes University
Grahamstown, South Africa04.2007
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Evaluating contracts
- Strategy Development
- Legal Compliance
- Legal Analysis
- Legal writing
- Legal Research
- Dispute Resolution
- Corporate Governance
- Arbitration
- Litigation Management
- Court Procedures
- Case Management
- Corporate transactions
Timeline
Senior Associate Attorney
Schutte Attorneys
07.2022 - 04.2023
Accompanying Spouse on Expat Assignment
Beijing Benz Automotive Company
11.2017 - 05.2022
Contract Specialist
Mercedes-Benz South Africa
01.2014 - 10.2017
Senior Associate Attorney
Dewey & Associates
05.2011 - 12.2013
Junior Attorney
Smith Tabata Incorporated
01.2009 - 04.2011
Admitted And Enrolled Attorney -
Eastern Cape Division
Bachelor of Law (Juris Doctor Equivalent) -
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Arts - (Majors in Legal Theory, Psychology And History)
Rhodes University
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