Skilled workers' compensation attorney known for ability to develop comprehensive case strategies and for persuasive communication skills, leading to successful outcomes in complex cases. Strong analytical thinker with aptitude for identifying key legal issues quickly and effectively communicating them to clients and colleagues. Contributed to positive impact on previous workplaces by streamlining legal processes, enhancing team efficiency, and mentoring junior lawyers.
Defense of employers in workers' compensation claims. Assisted all firm offices with claims handling throughout the state of Florida. Developed relationships with new adjusters and employers, while also nurturing existing client relationships.
Opened firm's Gainesville office for statewide workers' compensation firm. Litigated claims, while also managing all aspects of the growing office, to include hiring/firing, training, marketing, and budgeting.
Opened Gainesville office for statewide workers' compensation defense firm. Made partner in five years, and then I was tasked with opening and building the firm's office in Central Florida. Litigated claims, marketed clients, and oversaw all aspects of managing the office, which at one point had 8 lawyers and a total office staff of 19 people.
Bar Admissions
Iowa, 1992
Florida, 1992
Missouri, 1994