Gary Wood
Valdez,NM
Summary
I always brought a very personalized level of care to my clients, whether representing them in litigation, supporting and advocating for their business interests or attending to their immediate needs for wellbeing.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Provider
Self Employed Services
02.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
Retired Senior Litigation
Self Employed Services
01.2020 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Founder & CEO of Non-profit Organization
Consumer Free Choice
07.2006 - 07.2014
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Guided team members through periods of change by providing clear communication on expectations and objectives moving forward.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Secured funding for company growth through investor relations and networking activities.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
Attorney
Self Employed Services
07.1975 - 07.2010
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Participated in mediation sessions leading to cost-effective resolutions without resorting to lengthy trial procedures.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws while protecting their interests.
- Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Increased client acquisition for the firm, utilizing effective networking strategies within professional associations and local business groups.
- Negotiated favorable settlements, minimizing litigation costs and time spent in court.
- Provided pro bono services to underrepresented populations within the community, ensuring access to quality legal representation for all individuals regardless of income level or background status.
- Counseled clients on risk management strategies to minimize exposure to litigation liabilities.
- Represented clients in administrative proceedings before government agencies.
- Assisted in the development of legal strategies and arguments to secure favorable outcomes in contentious litigation matters.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful resolutions in high-stakes cases involving multiple parties and jurisdictions.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Interviewed and selected jurors to verify competency and lack of biases, presenting challenges for cause to dismiss unfit candidates.
Education
JD - Law
William Mitchell College of Law
Saint Paul, MN05.1977
Master Of Education - Elementary Physical Education
Washington State University
Pullman, WA06.1974
Bachelor Of Arts - Communication And Political Science
Macalester College
Saint Paul, MN05.1973
Skills
35 years as a trial attorney representing injured railroad workers, employment, and discrimination lawsuits in state and federal courts in 17 Western States
Created 503c4 nonprofit to support organic farmers facing state administrative, civil and criminal litigation in the sale of raw milk and other specialty dairy products
Timeline
Home Care Provider
Self Employed Services
02.2020 - Current
Retired Senior Litigation
Self Employed Services
01.2020 - Current
Founder & CEO of Non-profit Organization
Consumer Free Choice
07.2006 - 07.2014
Attorney
Self Employed Services
07.1975 - 07.2010
JD - Law
William Mitchell College of Law
Master Of Education - Elementary Physical Education
Washington State University
Bachelor Of Arts - Communication And Political Science
Macalester College
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