I was raised in an era when being the first still was a major achievement. Therefore, I also tried to be number (1). By being organized and dependable, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Foreclosure & Family Mediator
EDJ Foreclosure Mediation
Baltimore, MD
06.2014 - Current
Developed strong working relationships with the trustee attorneys and foreclosure departments.
Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
Advocated for clients before an Administrative Judge with oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
Presented key evidence and exhibits during mediation.
Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
Commission Notary Public & Mortgage Consultant
Eric T. Williams, B.A.
Baltimore, MD
05.2004 - Current
Administered oath to document signers to obtain affirmation of truth.
Certified and attested power of attorney documents, acknowledgements and deeds.
Followed proper protocol when notarizing documents, verifying signatures and dates for compliance.
Checked documents for accuracy and correct signing before notarizing.
Checked client identification to maintain compliance with state legal requirements.
Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations.
Assisted clients in selecting correct loan product and terms to meet needs and financial goals.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers, lenders and other third parties.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science / Pre-law
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
08.1982 - 12.1983
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Wilberforce University
Wilberforce, OH
08.1979 - 05.1982
Skills
Relationship building and management
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Accomplishments
Achieved The Mediation and Conflict Transformation Skills by completing The 40 hours required by the state of Maryland. June 27, 2014
Achieved The Parenting and Child Access Issues by completing the 20 hours required by the state of Maryland. April 19-20, 2017
Achieved The Property and Financial Issues Divorce Mediation by completing 20 hours course required by the state of Maryland. April 27-28, 2017
Achieved two hours of Ethics Training. June 20, 2017