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Grieta Gilchrist

Albuquerque

Summary

Skilled Solo Practitioner with a focus on comprehensive client care. Experience includes managing all facets of a legal practice, demonstrating aptitude for developing strategic plans to address client needs and ensure optimal outcomes. Strengths lie in ability to build strong relationships, effectively negotiate settlements, and maintain high ethical standards. Previous work has resulted in consistent client satisfaction and positive case resolutions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Solo Practitioner

Gilchrist Law Firm, P.C.
Albuquerque
03.2018 - Current
  • Filed Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcies on behalf of individuals;
  • Review and analyze individual’s financial information to determine whether individual qualifies for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13
  • Analyze the means test on behalf of debtors
  • Represent individuals through the pre-petition, filing and discharge
  • Litigation process, from beginning to end
  • Pleadings/motions to dismiss;
  • Written discovery: propounded and answered;
  • Depositions: fact witnesses, taking and defending;
  • Expert witnesses, taking and defending;
  • Motion practice: Daubert motions, summary judgment motions, motions in limine;
  • Trial preparation: jury instructions, witness preparation;
  • Trial: Have civil and criminal matters;
  • Settlements and mediation.
  • Areas of Practice: Currently focusing practice on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies
  • Researched case law, statutes, regulations, ordinances and other legal sources when necessary for the purpose of providing legal counsel.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents to represent clients in court proceedings.
  • Negotiated settlements on behalf of clients in civil litigation matters.
  • Advised clients regarding their rights under state and federal laws.
  • Provided comprehensive representation in family law matters such as divorce petitions, child custody arrangements .
  • Conducted discovery processes such as taking depositions, preparing interrogatories and responding to requests for production of documents.
  • Prepared cases for trial by researching case law and preparing arguments.
  • Investigated facts to determine causes of action and prepared statements of claim or defense accordingly.
  • Worked closely with other professionals such as accountants, financial advisors, real estate agents in order to provide comprehensive advice to clients.
  • Explained technical aspects of legal matters in an understandable manner to non-lawyers.
  • Counseled clients on various matters related to their legal rights and obligations.
  • Developed strategies to resolve complicated legal issues for clients.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions.
  • Researched new developments in the field of law in order to maintain professional knowledge base.
  • Negotiated settlements of civil disputes between parties.
  • Regularly updated clients on progress made towards resolution of their cases.
  • Analyzed complex legal issues and provided advice to clients.
  • Attended hearings in order to present evidence or make arguments before judges or juries.
  • Drafted pleadings for use in court proceedings.
  • Conducted legal research and analysis to draft legal opinions, studies and reports.
  • Maintained current knowledge of laws to provide clarification on legal concerns.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.

Attorney

Childress Law Firm
Albuquerque
08.2017 - 03.2018
  • Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law.
  • Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for court filings.
  • Negotiated settlements with opposing counsels.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions or trials by organizing files containing notes, documents and other materials needed for the proceedings.
  • Analyzed relevant precedents set by previous court decisions.
  • Attended hearings, mediations and negotiations on behalf of clients.
  • Interpreted statutes, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.

Litigation Attorney

Ray, McChristian & Jeans, P.C.
Albuquerque
01.2016 - 08.2017
  • Negotiated settlements between parties in civil disputes.
  • Participated in settlement conferences aimed at resolving pending disputes without litigation.
  • Argued motions before judges in both state and federal court settings.
  • Developed strategies for effectively resolving cases through negotiation or mediation.
  • Drafted discovery requests and responses related to document production, interrogatories, and depositions.
  • Prepared pleadings and motions for filing with state and federal courts.
  • Attended hearings in state and federal court as well as mediations.
  • Interviewed clients to ascertain facts necessary for case development.
  • Evaluated potential claims against clients to assess liability exposure.
  • Collaborated with experts such as economists or accountants when needed.
  • Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda for attorneys on complex civil litigation matters.
  • Analyzed case law, statutes, regulations, contracts, and other documents to identify issues relevant to the litigation.
  • Researched laws using online databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
  • Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.

Contract Attorney

Ray, Mcchristian & Jeans
Albuquerque
02.2015 - 12.2015
  • Brief writing and deposition attendance, including for RMJ

Litigation Attorney

West Law Firm, PLLC
Albuquerque
12.2013 - 02.2015
  • Insurance defense, construction defect
  • Negotiated settlements between parties in civil disputes.
  • Participated in settlement conferences aimed at resolving pending disputes without litigation.
  • Argued motions before judges in both state and federal court settings.
  • Drafted discovery requests and responses related to document production, interrogatories, and depositions.
  • Assisted in trial preparation by coordinating exhibits, witnesses, deposition transcripts, briefs.
  • Prepared pleadings and motions for filing with state and federal courts.
  • Attended hearings in state and federal court as well as mediations.
  • Presented oral arguments during pre-trial proceedings such as summary judgment hearings.
  • Evaluated potential claims against clients to assess liability exposure.
  • Collaborated with experts such as economists or accountants when needed.
  • Analyzed case law, statutes, regulations, contracts, and other documents to identify issues relevant to the litigation.
  • Gathered public records and interviewed witnesses relevant to cases.
  • Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.

Litigation Attorney

Parnall Law Firm, LLC
Albuquerque
02.2013 - 12.2013
  • Plaintiff’s personal injury
  • Collaborated with colleagues on various aspects of case preparation.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions.
  • Regularly updated clients on progress made towards resolution of their cases.
  • Analyzed complex legal issues and provided advice to clients.
  • Represented clients in court proceedings by examining witnesses and presenting evidence.
  • Counseled clients on various matters related to their legal rights and obligations.
  • Investigated facts to determine causes of action and prepared statements of claim or defense accordingly.
  • Researched new developments in the field of law in order to maintain professional knowledge base.
  • Drafted pleadings for use in court proceedings.

Attorney

Olsen, Parden & Crow, P.C.
Albuquerque
02.2012 - 02.2013
  • Insurance defense, coverage and extracontractual issues
  • Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law.
  • Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for court filings.
  • Negotiated settlements with opposing counsels.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions or trials by organizing files containing notes, documents and other materials needed for the proceedings.
  • Analyzed relevant precedents set by previous court decisions.
  • Attended hearings, mediations and negotiations on behalf of clients.
  • Represented clients at trial proceedings before judges or juries.
  • Interpreted statutes, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
  • Compiled evidence from police reports, medical records or other sources for use in court trials.
  • Prepared litigation strategies for clients in civil law cases.
  • Developed case strategy plans based on the evidence presented by client's witnesses.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective solutions to complex legal issues.
  • Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
  • Negotiated resolutions of cases with defense attorneys and judges.
  • Managed case files and documentation, ensuring all relevant information was organized, accessible, and maintained in strict confidentiality.
  • Interpreted recent court opinions and current legal research to remain current with developments.

Solo Practitioner

Gilchrist Law Firm, LLC
Albuquerque
11.2008 - 02.2012
  • Solo practice, including criminal defense, plaintiff’s personal injury and civil rights
  • Researched case law, statutes, regulations, ordinances and other legal sources when necessary for the purpose of providing legal counsel.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents to represent clients in court proceedings.
  • Negotiated settlements on behalf of clients in civil litigation matters.
  • Advised clients regarding their rights under state and federal laws.

Litigation Attorney

Kennedy & Han, P.C.
Albuquerque
05.2006 - 11.2008
  • Plaintiff civil rights, personal injury, criminal defense
  • Participated in settlement conferences aimed at resolving pending disputes without litigation.
  • Argued motions before judges in both state and federal court settings.
  • Drafted discovery requests and responses related to document production, interrogatories, and depositions.
  • Assisted in trial preparation by coordinating exhibits, witnesses, deposition transcripts, briefs.
  • Prepared pleadings and motions for filing with state and federal courts.
  • Attended hearings in state and federal court as well as mediations.
  • Interviewed clients to ascertain facts necessary for case development.

Attorney

Hatch, Allen & Shepherd
Albuquerque
09.2005 - 05.2006
  • Insurance defense, coverage issues
  • Conducted legal research on various topics related to civil law.
  • Drafted and reviewed pleadings, motions, briefs and other legal documents for court filings.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions or trials by organizing files containing notes, documents and other materials needed for the proceedings.
  • Performed document review activities as part of discovery process in civil cases.

Education

Juris Doctorate -

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2005

Bachelors of Science - Chemical Engineering

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2000

Skills

  • Bankruptcy filings
  • Financial analysis
  • Legal research
  • Pleadings drafting
  • Trial preparation
  • Litigation management
  • Settlement negotiation
  • Client counseling
  • Case strategy
  • Effective communication
  • Discovery processes
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Solo Practitioner

Gilchrist Law Firm, P.C.
03.2018 - Current

Attorney

Childress Law Firm
08.2017 - 03.2018

Litigation Attorney

Ray, McChristian & Jeans, P.C.
01.2016 - 08.2017

Contract Attorney

Ray, Mcchristian & Jeans
02.2015 - 12.2015

Litigation Attorney

West Law Firm, PLLC
12.2013 - 02.2015

Litigation Attorney

Parnall Law Firm, LLC
02.2013 - 12.2013

Attorney

Olsen, Parden & Crow, P.C.
02.2012 - 02.2013

Solo Practitioner

Gilchrist Law Firm, LLC
11.2008 - 02.2012

Litigation Attorney

Kennedy & Han, P.C.
05.2006 - 11.2008

Attorney

Hatch, Allen & Shepherd
09.2005 - 05.2006

Juris Doctorate -

University of New Mexico

Bachelors of Science - Chemical Engineering

University of New Mexico

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