Highly focused and dedicated legal professional with a history of meeting organizational goals utilizing thoroughly researched and consistent legal process and procedures. Skilled in working in high pressure situations, highly adaptable, and readily accepting new challenges to best enhance the mission of the firms needs. Exceedingly detailed oriented with and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Accustomed to using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact firm's success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Public Insurance Adjuster
AMERICAN PROPERTY ADJUSTERS, LLC
Blackwood
08.2016 - Current
Licensed public insurance adjuster in PA, NJ, DE, TX, NC, PR
Conducted prompt, thorough, and fair investigations by obtaining relevant facts to determine coverage, origin, and extent of loss
Reviewed and utilized financial statements to adjust moderately sized business interruption of losses and depreciations of claims
Conducted on-site appraisals and/or counseled direct independent adjuster(s) to determine relevant causation, damages and exposure.
Managed consultants and independent adjusters as required for the life cycle of claims cycle.
Established and maintained accurate loss cost estimates and reserves for each claim for reporting, financial records, and other purposes.
Actively corresponded with insured parties about the claim's status with clear, timely and accurate written/oral correspondences.
Affirmed or denied coverage of the claim based on the facts and the policy terms and conditions. Developed information necessary to make advance, partial and final payments when applicable
Proactively met all time requirements of the policy and fair claims handling practices
Effectively negotiated settlement of claims of varying complexity and perils, achieving prompt, fair, and equitable settlement of a claim, where the policy was found liable
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Law Clerk - Family Law
LAW OFFICE OF LYNDA HINKLE
Turnersville
09.2022 - 11.2022
Prepared legal drafts by assembling and organizing information for legal forms and documents including complaints, declarations, discovery requests, responses, and other pleadings
Prepared legal memoranda by conducting complex research routinely by studying laws, statutes, constitutions, regulations, court opinions including precedents, reasoning
Assembled case materials by collecting, organizing, and summarizing information, documents, reports, and evidence
Prepared for trial by thoroughly understand all trial briefs, exhibits, subpoenas, evidence, and motions
Managed and maintained calendar by entering and updating requirements, court dates, and meetings
Actively protected law firm's reputation by keeping client information confidential
Continually participated in continuing educational opportunities; reading legal publications; maintaining and expanding professional networks
Met with clients on legal team's behalf to gather case information and discuss upcoming litigation.
Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms
Legal Intern - Law and Public Safety Division
NEW JERSEY STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE
Trenton
05.2021 - 08.2021
Worked directly with Deputy Attorney Generals on matters related to writing of recreational cannabis regulations and appeals from New Jersey State Police
Conducted legal research on Constitutional law
Organized and curated sample research materials from different states Attorney General Offices, which included researched and edited briefs that were heard by the Supreme Court of the United States
Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
Summarized deposition transcripts and case materials for senior review.
Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
Compliance Assistant
MONMOUTH UNVIERSITY OFFICE OF ATHLETIC COMPLIANCE
West Long Branch
03.2021 - 08.2021
Worked with compliance department to identify potential conflicts between NCAA rules and regulations and new market of name, image, and likeness (NIL compensation) deals with student athletes
Investigated incidents and accidents to identify causes and potential preventive measures
Conducted safety audits, inspections and evaluations to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions in accordance with regulatory requirements
Identified secure and high-risk areas and assessed vulnerabilities from legal standpoint via policy and standard operating
Advised clients on compliance fraud and investigations, as well as potential remedies and required actions
Education
Certficiation -
ANTONIN SCALIA LAW SCHOOL - THE CORELY INSITUTUTE
Arlington, VA
05.2022
Juris Doctor -
WIDENER UNIVERSITY COMMONWEALTH LAW SCHOOL
Harrisburg, PA
05.2022
Bachelor of Science in Health Science - Human Behavior and Interaction
MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY
West Long Branch, NJ
05.2008
Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced legal research skills
Outstanding client relation and communication skills
Advanced understanding legal terminology across wide variety of criminal and civil legal contexts
Extensive grasp of business laws and legal procedures
Strong familiarity with federal law and procedures
Exceptional and thorough legal research skills
Sound proficiency in a variety of legal proceedings
Title Operations Team Lead – Research Specialist at American Property Guard, a LERETA LLC CompanyTitle Operations Team Lead – Research Specialist at American Property Guard, a LERETA LLC Company