Henna M. Khan

West Hartford,CT

Summary

Litigator with three years of extensive courtroom and motion practice experience. Having freshly passed the CT bar exam, seeking a position with opportunity for making court appearances and ability to work with senior attorneys on a diverse range of civil litigation matters

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Member

Khan Fabrics and Notions LLC

01.2012 - Current

Ensure family owned and operated retail business' compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations
Managed change of business structure from sole proprietorship to multi-member limited liability company and drafted operating agreement
Lead monthly meetings to discuss business initiatives

Associate Attorney

Cornicello, Tendler & Baumel-Cornicello, LLP

01.2009 - 03.2012

Managed an active and diverse caseload of 20+ clients at a time, while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail
Routinely made court appearances on 3-5 daily calendared cases in NY Housing and Civil Courts for settlement conferences, motion practice, and inquests
Conducted necessary legal research and drafted dozens of legal documents weekly, including stipulations of settlement, pleadings, and affidavits and affirmations in support of motions in landlord-tenant summary proceedings and commercial litigation
Assisted with trial preparation, including witness and exhibit preparation, and drafting legal briefs and memorandums of law
Achieved favorable outcomes for clients by avoiding unnecessary costs through settlement of 90% of landlord-tenant disputes
Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

CUNY – Hunter College

New York, NY

Juris Doctor -

St. John's University School of Law

Queens, NY

Skills

Courtroom Presence
Litigation Experience
Settlement Negotiation
FDCPA Certification

Client Counseling
Legal Research
Time Management
Landlord-Tenant Experience

Bar Admissions

Connecticut - Good Standing, 2025 (UBE 320)

New York - Good Standing, 2009

Florida - Good Standing, 2014

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