ERIC DEVOOGHT
Findlay,OH
Summary
Highly motivated Law organization professional with 7+ years of experience supporting Marathon Petroleum’s Law and IT organizations through information management, records governance, technology coordination, communications, process improvement, and project execution. Proven ability to manage highly detailed and sensitive information, coordinate across Law, IT, and business stakeholders, identify and resolve complex issues, and maintain strong quality and compliance controls. Experienced in developing executive-facing communications and visual materials, supporting audits and program assessments, coordinating technology and document-management initiatives, and serving as a trusted resource to attorneys, paralegals, business partners, and technical teams. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, independent execution, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Administrator/Advanced Technician
MARATHON PETROLEUM CORPORATION
Findlay, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Acted as the primary point of contact for computer-related requests and issues supporting Law teams, applying established processes and procedures while exercising sound judgment to investigate, resolve, and escalate complex issues.
- Partner with Law stakeholders to understand business needs, troubleshoot problems, and coordinate technology solutions that support effective Law operations.
- Processed and analyzed high-volume information to identify client needs, resolve discrepancies, and support execution of Law-related projects and technology initiatives.
- Tested and validated Law software and projects to evaluate functionality and identify opportunities for improved operational effectiveness.
- Serve as Site Owner for multiple Law SharePoint Online sites, supporting document-management capabilities and effective information organization.
- Coordinated installation and implementation of PCs, software, and essential technology across stakeholders to ensure successful execution.
- Manage electronic records, information governance activities, and physical files while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies and retention requirements.
- Supported records management program assessments and audits, ensuring compliance with established standards.
- Collaborate directly with attorneys and paralegals to evaluate recordkeeping requirements and determine appropriate information-management solutions.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies involving department records, applying analytical and problem-solving skills to maintain accurate and reliable information.
IT Communications Specialist
TEKSYSTEMS
Findlay, USA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed and executed strategic communication plans for IT incidents and multi-project updates, enhancing clarity through email and digital messaging.
- Coordinated with subject matter experts and cross-functional stakeholders to gather and translate complex information into clear communications and visual materials, improving stakeholder understanding.
- Contributed to organization-wide communication initiatives and stakeholder engagement as a member of the Corporate Communications team.
- Coordinated communications and supported the successful implementation of organizational initiatives as a trusted partner to the Organizational Change Management team.
- Assessed incident and problem trends to identify issues and opportunities for improved operational stability and service delivery.
- Served as a member of the Corporate Communications team, contributing to organization-wide communication initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
- Executed contractual services for Marathon Petroleum Corporation to support operational needs.
IT Specialist / Graphic Artist
LEGACY FARMERS CO-OP
Findlay, USA
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Managed concurrent projects and prioritized workflows to deliver high-quality communications and visual materials that met operational objectives.
- Designed and executed strategic concepts and sample layouts using strong visual communication and presentation skills.
- Created advertisements, brochures, logos, and layouts as visual communications that supported business initiatives and addressed stakeholder needs.
- Managed web design and eCommerce operations, including troubleshooting, network monitoring, hardware maintenance, and technology installations.
- Delivered customer-focused technical support and resolved operational and technology-related issues independently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communications
University of Findlay
Findlay, OH 05.2000 - 05.2005
Skills
- Law Organization Support
- Information Governance & Records Management
- Executive & Stakeholder Communications
- Project & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Process Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Document Management & Analysis
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Audit & Program Assessment Support
- Confidential Information Management
- Data Gathering & Analysis
- Technology & Systems Implementation
- Presentation & Visual Communications
- Vendor & Third-Party Coordination
- Microsoft SharePoint & Microsoft 365
- Legal Technology & Document Systems
Selected Value For Principal Law Analyst Role
- Law Organization Experience: Current MPC Law support role with direct collaboration with attorneys and paralegals.
- Governance & Compliance: Records management, information governance, retention requirements, quality assurance, program assessments, and audits.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Experience coordinating among Law, IT, Corporate Communications, Organizational Change Management, SMEs, and business stakeholders.
- Communications & Visual Materials: Corporate communications experience plus formal education and professional experience in graphic communications.
- Technology & Document Management: SharePoint Site Owner experience and extensive exposure to legal and enterprise document-management platforms.
- Process Improvement: Proven record of identifying issues, resolving discrepancies, optimizing processes, and supporting operational stability.
- Analytical Problem Solving: Experience investigating complex issues, analyzing high-volume information, identifying trends, and developing solutions.
- Project Execution: Experience coordinating technology implementations, communications initiatives, records activities, and multiple concurrent projects.
Timeline
Law Administrator/Advanced Technician
MARATHON PETROLEUM CORPORATION
01.2022 - Current
IT Communications Specialist
TEKSYSTEMS
01.2019 - 01.2022
IT Specialist / Graphic Artist
LEGACY FARMERS CO-OP
01.2012 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communications
University of Findlay
05.2000 - 05.2005