Edward Torres
South Pasadena,CA
Summary
Accomplished Attorney offering years of supporting clients in legal matters. Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, jurors and judges. Adept at developing lasting professional relationships.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Law Office Of Edward A. Torres
12.1983 - 02.2024
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
- Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.
- Conducted thorough due diligence investigations to uncover critical information pertinent to clients'' legal matters.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Achieved successful case outcomes by researching legal issues and drafting persuasive arguments.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Counseled clients on risk management strategies to minimize exposure to litigation liabilities.
- Improved client satisfaction rates by providing timely updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Minimized risk exposure through careful advice on business operations and strategic plans.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
Police Officer
Los Angles Police Deptartment
09.1973 - 01.1978
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CAJ.D. - Legal Studies
Western State University - College of Law
Fullerton, CASkills
- Case Management
- Trial experience
- Oral debate
- Legal writing
- Legal Research
- Investigation skills
- Family law
- Civil Law
- Litigation
- Employment and Labor Law
- Tort Law
- Litigation Experience
- Criminal Law
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Attorney
Law Office Of Edward A. Torres
12.1983 - 02.2024
Police Officer
Los Angles Police Deptartment
09.1973 - 01.1978
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
California State University - Los Angeles
J.D. - Legal Studies
Western State University - College of Law
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