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Work History
Education
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Certification
Affiliations
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Denise Thomas

William Taft University
Naperville,IL
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience

Experienced contract professional with strengths in contract review, drafting, and risk assessment. Skilled in legal compliance, clause analysis, and stakeholder coordination to support accurate, timely agreement approvals.

Work History

Contract Document Review Attorney

3 Years
William Taft University | Naperville, Illinois | 09.2018 - 09.2021
  • Reviewed contract clauses and obligations to ensure compliance with legal standards.
  • Drafted contract amendments to align with company policies and legal requirements.
  • Coordinated approval processes among procurement, legal, and project teams to facilitate timely contract execution.

Contract Specialist

2 Years 5 Months
Benny Fernandez Bankruptcy Firm | Oak Park, Illinois | 01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Drafted comprehensive contracts aligning client objectives with legal standards to protect interests.
  • Conducted thorough contract reviews identifying potential risks and recommending improvements to enhance clarity.
  • Drafted and reviewed client retainer agreements for bankruptcy matters at firm office.
  • Coordinated contract terms with attorneys, paralegals, and client intake staff.
  • Managed contract files, amendments, and signature records for bankruptcy case services.

Education

MBA - Criminal Law

University of Phoenix | Santa Ana, CA | 06-2013

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Phoenix | Santa Ana, CA | 06-2011

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Malcolm X College | 1900 W. Vanburen Chicago IL. | 06-2000

Skills

Contract review
Contract drafting
Clause analysis
Contract negotiation
Legal compliance
Compliance review
Risk assessment
Commercial contracts
Document review
Document management
Legal research
Stakeholder coordination
Client negotiation
Attention to detail
Clear communication
Critical thinking
Analytical reasoning

Accomplishments

  • Awards for motivational speaker for youth at a christian Center

Certification

  • Executive Juris Doctorate

Affiliations

  • Volunteer personal Trainer YMCA

Timeline

Contract Specialist

Benny Fernandez Bankruptcy Firm
01.2019 - 06.2021Read More

Contract Document Review Attorney

William Taft University
09.2018 - 09.2021Read More

University of Phoenix

MBA from Criminal Law
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University of Phoenix

Master of Science from Criminal Justice
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Malcolm X College

Associate of Applied Science from Business Administration
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Denise Thomas