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Deann Dupee

Summary

Commercial Contract Specialist with 9+ years of experience in contract administration and management. Strategic in preparing contracts, identifying, negotiating, mitigating risks and meeting stringent timelines. Dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Contract Specialist

ERT, Inc.
02.2016 - 05.2025
  • Analyzed the project specifications to verify approach including costing and required contract terms.
  • Drafted Start-up Agreements, Full Work Orders, Change Orders, Change Order Logs, Confidential Disclosure Agreements, Master Services Agreements.
  • Communicated with finance/accounting department for resolution of budget discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with client's outsourcing , legal, and clinical personnel in accordance with organization's standard and regulatory requirements to address contract disputes and minimizing risk in contracts and related documents.
  • Maintained all related data in the central database to ensure accurate and concise information is obtained and captured to allow reporting of booked business, backlog and forecast information.
  • Performed the initial review of all core agreements prior to submitting to the Director, Contracts, ERT General Counsel or an authorized designee to make sure all terms and conditions are acceptable.
  • Developed and maintain relationships with stakeholders to facilitate effective contract negotiation processes.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhance contract management efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
  • Assisted in the development of training materials to unify contract management processes.


Intellectual Property Analyst (Contractor)

American Eagle Outfitters
07.2015 - 09.2015
  • Prepared IP registrations and applications with appropriate agency.
  • Assisted counsel with IP acquisitions, license, design agreements and other IP transactions.
  • Reviewed internal communications related to AEO brands.
  • Maintained trademark list for marketing partners.

Lease Analyst (Contractor)

EQT
10.2014 - 05.2015
  • Assisted the legal department in researching and analyzing new and legacy oil and gas agreements including Unitization and Pooling Agreements, Sublease Agreements, Settlement Agreements, and Free Gas Agreements to ensure compliance of terms in contract.
  • Verified inconsistencies in gross acreage, net acreage and working interest via Enertia.
  • Resolved disputes of expired and upcoming expiration dates of well and lease agreements.
  • Reviewed and reconciled delay rental payments, minimum royalty payments, extension payments and shut-in payments due to landowners supporting the third party operators' rights to operate EQT leases.

Data Entry Specialist (Contractor)

NetHealth Systems
08.2014 - 09.2014
  • Enter protocol data into database pertaining to medical codes for various health care providers.

Mortgage Resolution Specialist

Bank of America, N.A.
09.2011 - 10.2013
  • Managed and reviewed legal documents to determine case merit and assigned monetary risk to company and its investors.
  • Classified inequalities in default, foreclosure, bankruptcy, or REO policy and procedures and facilitate resolution where applicable and drafted affidavits for execution of documents.
  • Developed strategy with internal and local counsel that is consistent with applicable law and investor guidelines.
  • Maintained litigation loan database. Provided reports displaying current information on the status of the litigation, strategy currently used, and upcoming court trials, testimony, depositions and mediations.

Real Estate Paralegal (Contractor)

FedEx Ground Package Systems Inc.
10.2010 - 09.2011
  • Drafted and reviewed residential and commercial real estate contracts ensuring compliance with state regulations.
  • Conducted title searches, analyzed property records, and resolved discrepancies to facilitate smooth transactions.
  • Coordinated closing processes, preparing necessary documentation and liaised between clients, attorneys, and financial institutions.
  • Managed case files efficiently, maintained accurate records and organized documents for easy retrieval during legal proceedings.
  • Assisted senior counsel in review and analysis of complex real estate matters and transactions.
  • Prepared amendments to lease agreements which included expansions, renewals, extensions, and change order allowances.
  • Coordinated title searches, liens and encumbrance reports.
  • Drafted Estoppel certificates and purchase agreements and deeds.
  • Served as liaison between outside counsel, clients, and real estate department.
  • Organized Standard Operating Agreements with respect to contractors.
  • Researched CDAS database for active/inactive drivers and contractors in the Multi-District litigation area.
  • Analyzed correspondence for privilege communication.

Paralegal

Reed Smith, LLP
05.2003 - 05.2010
  • Conducted legal research to ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to prepare for trial.
  • Researched libel documents through social media for defamation in the best interest of the client.
  • Coordinated and managed large projects with client's legal staff to ensure achieving deadlines while delivering high quality standards.
  • Assisted in the preparation of pleadings, motions, subpoenas, deposition notices, document requests, responses to interrogatories, requests for admissions, and physical examinations.
  • Conducted cite checking, due diligence and remained proficient in electronic discovery.
  • Filed complaints electronically in the Western, Eastern and Middle district courts.
  • Coordinated and managed large projects with client's legal staff to ensure achieving deadlines while delivering high quality standards.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.

Coordinator for the Labor and Employment Law Dept.

Reed Smith, LLP
10.2001 - 05.2003
  • Coordinated departmental activities to enhance operational efficiency and workflow processes.
  • Streamlined communication channels between teams, improving collaboration and project tracking.
  • Conducted onboarding sessions for new staff members.
  • Developed detailed financial budget reports to determine future allotments and remained in compliance with budget initiatives.

Education

Master of Science - Leadership and Business Ethics

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Certificate of Completion - Paralegal Studies

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA

Skills

  • Research and analysis
  • Legal compliance
  • Problem-solving
  • Client billing
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Contract terms negotiation
  • Risk mitigation
  • Case management
  • Litigation support
  • Legal document preparation
  • Westlaw
  • LexisNexis
  • Prolaw
  • Proficient in MS office
  • Interpersonal and written communication

Disclaimer

Electronic signature and date are maintained on file.

Timeline

Commercial Contract Specialist

ERT, Inc.
02.2016 - 05.2025

Intellectual Property Analyst (Contractor)

American Eagle Outfitters
07.2015 - 09.2015

Lease Analyst (Contractor)

EQT
10.2014 - 05.2015

Data Entry Specialist (Contractor)

NetHealth Systems
08.2014 - 09.2014

Mortgage Resolution Specialist

Bank of America, N.A.
09.2011 - 10.2013

Real Estate Paralegal (Contractor)

FedEx Ground Package Systems Inc.
10.2010 - 09.2011

Paralegal

Reed Smith, LLP
05.2003 - 05.2010

Coordinator for the Labor and Employment Law Dept.

Reed Smith, LLP
10.2001 - 05.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies

University of Pittsburgh

Master of Science - Leadership and Business Ethics

Duquesne University

Certificate of Completion - Paralegal Studies

Duquesne University

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