Futhum Tewolde

Decatur,Georgia

Overview

years of professional experience

Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker

07.2023 - Current

Managed a caseload of 30+ claims concerning car and trucking accidents, premises liability, day care injuries, and property management disputes.
Provided legal counsel to prominent transportation companies, consumer brands, insurance firms, and state government agencies.
Consistently filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
Performed vehicle and site inspections to develop legal strategies, protect client interests, and resolve disputes.
Prepared and examined witnesses for over 50 depositions involving personal injury cases.
Researched, drafted, and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents for state and federal court.
Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.

Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP

03.2020 - 07.2023

Handled all employer defense claims involving Statutory Employer issues, work vehicle accidents, pre-existing issue claims, and claims involving Medicare set asides.
Managed a 20+ client caseload cases from initial client interview through case resolution for all phases including discovery, client and witness deposition, and settlement.
Identified insurance coverage limitations through examinations of claims documentation and related records.

Sock Fancy LLC

03.2013 - 03.2020

Built a direct to consumer brand grossing over $30 million in sales over an 8 year period.
Received a Commendation from Georgia Governor Nathan Deal for business contributions to the state.
Negotiated terms of licensing agreements and contracted partnerships to increase business.

City Of Atlanta Public Defender’s Office

09.2015 - 05.2017

Fully participated in court proceedings under the Georgia Supreme Court Third Year Law Student Rule.
Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation, and preparing digital materials.

Mercer University, School of Law

Macon, GA

04.2017

Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA

05.2014