Donald "Lee" Meredith
La Grange,KY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subrogation Analyst
The Rawlings Group
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced claim recovery rates by thoroughly analyzing case information and identifying subrogation opportunities.
- Improved negotiation outcomes with plaintiff attorneys by conducting detailed research on policy coverages and recovery rights.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders, maintaining open lines of communication and promptly addressing inquiries or concerns.
- Collaborated with legal teams to prepare comprehensive documentation for litigation proceedings, resulting in favorable judgments for clients.
- Safeguarded clients'' interests by ensuring thorough documentation of all communications and actions throughout the subrogation process.
Police Officer
Oldham County Police Department
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
Patrol Major
Jeffersontown Police Department
04.2016 - 11.2018
- Organized daily activities for the Patrol Division, including community engagement, media relations, training, budgetary issues, internal investigations, disciplinary actions, and long-term impacts.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
Training Sergeant
Jeffersontown Police Department
04.2012 - 04.2016
- Partnered with community organizations to develop specialized training programs, increasing officers cultural awareness and capacity to engage effectively with diverse populations.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of best practices in law enforcement training techniques, incorporating new methodologies into the existing program as needed.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the force by fostering open communication and knowledge sharing among the team members.
- Effectively rolled out new systems for criminal prosecutorial case logs, crime reports, investigations, suspect records, and operational agendas, resulting in strengthened traceability.
Patrol Officer
Jeffersontown Police Department
03.2008 - 04.2012
- Investigated suspicious activities, deterring potential criminal behavior and maintaining community security.
- Developed positive relationships within the community through outreach programs and regular interaction with citizens.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Collaborated with fellow officers for efficient crime prevention and response efforts.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
Special Weapons and Tactics Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
09.2006 - 03.2008
- Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives as a SWAT sniper.
- Assisted in the development of operational plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance officer safety and operational success.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
08.2005 - 03.2008
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
Narcotics Detective
Louisville Metro Police Department
12.2002 - 08.2005
- Worked numerous cases of identity individuals involved in drug sales or purchases.
- Maintained detailed case files for each investigation, ensuring accurate documentation and proper chain of custody for evidence handling procedures.
- Coordinated responses with local drug task forces and state and federal agents to take down large numbers of individuals at once.
- Recovered significant quantities of illegal drugs and contraband by executing search warrants at targeted locations.
Police Officer
Jefferson County Police Department (former)
11.1998 - 12.2002
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
Telecommunicator
Jefferson County Police Department (former)
08.1997 - 11.1998
- Demonstrated empathy and professionalism when dealing with distressed callers, guiding them through potentially life-saving actions until help arrived.
- Fielded stressful calls while entering information into computer aided dispatch system for police, fire and emergency medical services personnel dispatch.
- Followed established protocols for professional handling of emergency situations.
- Reduced miscommunications by providing clear and concise instructions to responders in high-pressure scenarios.
Education
Criminal Justice Degree -
University of Louisville
Louisville, KYAcademy of Police Supervision -
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01.2013
Police Academy -
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY01.1999
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Records Management
- Legal Research
- Data Verification
- Strong Work Ethic
- Data Analytics
- Claims analysis
Accomplishments
- Police Medal of Valor
- Police Exceptional Service Medal (2)
- Police Exceptional Merit Medal
- Rawlings Subrogation "Star"
- Rawlings Subrogation "High Roller" (2)
Certification
Force Science Use Of Force Expert
Kentucky Peace Officer
Timeline
Subrogation Analyst
The Rawlings Group
08.2020 - Current
Police Officer
Oldham County Police Department
10.2019 - 08.2020
Patrol Major
Jeffersontown Police Department
04.2016 - 11.2018
Training Sergeant
Jeffersontown Police Department
04.2012 - 04.2016
Patrol Officer
Jeffersontown Police Department
03.2008 - 04.2012
Special Weapons and Tactics Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
09.2006 - 03.2008
Police Officer
Louisville Metro Police Department
08.2005 - 03.2008
Narcotics Detective
Louisville Metro Police Department
12.2002 - 08.2005
Police Officer
Jefferson County Police Department (former)
11.1998 - 12.2002
Telecommunicator
Jefferson County Police Department (former)
08.1997 - 11.1998
Criminal Justice Degree -
University of Louisville
Academy of Police Supervision -
Eastern Kentucky University
Police Academy -
Eastern Kentucky University
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