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Education
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Professional Organizations
Accomplishments
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Ed Wimp

Ed Wimp

Attorney
Winter Park,FL

Summary

Diligent attorney offering skill in innovative problem solving and finding unique theories, ideas and solutions to create effectual case arguments. Works aggressively to achieve continued success. Strategically focused Managing Partner known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in strategic planning, financial oversight, and team leadership. Excel in negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision-making to drive business success. Committed to fostering collaborative environments and leveraging communication skills to ensure organizational objectives are met with precision.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Founding/Managing Attorney

Ed Wimp Law, PLLC
Orlando, FL
04.2025 - Current
  • Manages a team of attorneys, paralegals, and other staff members.
  • Provides legal advice on complex matters.
  • Monitors changes in legislation that could affect existing cases.

Partnership and Performance Curator

TEDxOrlando
Orlando, FL
08.2025 - Current
  • Responsible for establishing and cultivating partnerships/sponsorships.
  • Scouting and booking talent for events.
  • Overseeing events to ensure a quality experience for attendees.

Attorney

The Leach Firm
Orlando, FL
12.2020 - 05.2025
  • Maintained expertise in employment law to best advise and advocate for clients by tracking and researching developing precedent and legislation.
  • Negotiated civil dispute settlements to maximize receipt of monetary damages.
  • Authored accurate and thorough waivers, motions and petitions on behalf of clients.
  • Conferred with judges and opposing counsel to discuss and settle case disputes.
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
  • Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.

Pro Bono Guardian Ad Litem

Legal Aid Society Of The Orange County Bar Association Inc.
Orlando, FL
12.2019 - Current
  • Complete, extensive and independent research and review of each case.
  • Report findings and child's needs to the court by submitting reports prepared in accordance with Florida Statutes, program standards and policies for scheduled hearings.
  • Ensure representation of the child's best interest.
  • Monitor the case following a court hearing or decision as designated by the court.
  • Consult regularly with case manager on matters pertaining to assigned case.
  • Ability to maintain objectivity in stressful or emotional situations.

Associate Attorney

Kelley Kronenberg
Tampa, FL
07.2020 - 12.2020
  • Maintained expertise in first party property law to best advise and advocate for clients by tracking and researching developing precedent and legislation.
  • Prepared and organized evidence and exhibits to be utilized in court hearings and trials.
  • Offered extensive case status explanations to each client.
  • Conducted legal research and facts investigation for case litigation.
  • Represented firm and clients at meetings and hearings.
  • Conferred with judges and opposing counsel to discuss and settle case disputes.
  • Authored accurate and thorough waivers, motions and petitions on behalf of clients.
  • Cross-examined witnesses during testimonies to build and reinforce legal arguments.
  • Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.

Associate Attorney

Fulmer, LeRoy & Albee, PLLC
Orlando, FL
04.2019 - 07.2020
  • Maintained expertise in workers' compensation law to best advise and advocate for clients by tracking and researching developing precedent and legislation.Researched legal authority and black letter law to compare case facts patterns to precedential cases and determine probable outcomes.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to interpret laws, rulings and regulations which affected each case.
  • Authored accurate and thorough waivers, motions and petitions on behalf of clients.
  • Reviewed medical records and authored reports summarizing and analyzing the records within the context of the case.
  • Deposed parties and witnesses and authored reports analyzing testimonies.
  • Offered extensive case status explanations to each client.
  • Appeared for status conferences and settlement conferences.
  • Drafted all necessary motions relevant to each case.

Author and Speaker

Wimp Entertainment
Orlando, FL
09.2014 - 02.2019
  • Partnered with merchandising team to establish benchmarks and goals to maximize engagement by 300%.
  • Proofread and reviewed all print and electronic content to verify grammar, tone and creative quality.
  • Maintained awareness of digital trends and new emerging technologies and platforms through Google AdWords and Google Analytics.
  • Implemented SEO strategy, resulting in 700% increase to website hits.
  • Delivered speeches to groups of people in various venues addressing business, entertainment and tour management.
  • Incorporated a variety of techniques including stories and inspirational messages into presentations to entertain attendees.

Assistant Tour Manager for Earth Wind and Fire

All Ways Gone Touring
Los Angeles, CA
06.2012 - 09.2016
  • Quickly identified potential obstacles and logistical issues and immediately adjusted scheduling in accordance.
  • Managed day-to-day operations and schedule for a crew of 18 artists and staff across America and overseas.
  • Corresponded with venues, hotels and touring personnel to efficiently execute performances.
  • Provided onsite training.
  • Assessed production schedules, drawings and materials to better understand job specifics before project start.
  • Used discretion and sound judgement in using company materials and supplies.
  • Implemented agile work methods to drive rapid and successful project execution.

Education

Juris Doctor - Law

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Orlando, FL
2018

Master of Science - Entertainment Business

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
2014

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Monmouth College
Monmouth, IL
2012

Skills

  • Discovery understanding
  • Court procedures
  • Case interpretation
  • Oral argument
  • Strong leader
  • Professional and personable
  • Reviewing contracts
  • Outstanding public speaker
  • Westlaw expertise
  • Legal Research

Bar Admissions

The Florida Bar

United States District Court - Northern District of Florida

United States District Court - Middle District of Florida

United States District Court - Southern District of Florida

United States District Court - Colorado

Professional Organizations

  • Orange County Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • National Lawyers Guild
  • Paul C. Perkins Bar Association
  • Black Entertainment and Sports Lawyers Association
  • National Bar Association

Accomplishments

  • National Black Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40
  • Pro Bono Award - Supreme Court of Florida
  • Young Alumnus Impact Award - Monmouth College
  • Guardian of Justice Award - Community Legal Services of Central Florida

Board Experience

  • Opera Orlando - Treasurer
  • Cultural Arts Everywhere - Founding Chairman, Director, and General Counsel
  • Tourist Development Task Committee (Orange County, Florida)
  • Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida
  • Kaufherr Resource Center
  • Monmouth College Alumni Board

Timeline

Partnership and Performance Curator

TEDxOrlando
08.2025 - Current

Founding/Managing Attorney

Ed Wimp Law, PLLC
04.2025 - Current

Attorney

The Leach Firm
12.2020 - 05.2025

Associate Attorney

Kelley Kronenberg
07.2020 - 12.2020

Pro Bono Guardian Ad Litem

Legal Aid Society Of The Orange County Bar Association Inc.
12.2019 - Current

Associate Attorney

Fulmer, LeRoy & Albee, PLLC
04.2019 - 07.2020

Author and Speaker

Wimp Entertainment
09.2014 - 02.2019

Assistant Tour Manager for Earth Wind and Fire

All Ways Gone Touring
06.2012 - 09.2016

Juris Doctor - Law

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Master of Science - Entertainment Business

Full Sail University

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Monmouth College