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Jennifer A. Kelleher

Buffalo,New York

Summary

Legal professional with 7+ years of experience practicing law in New York with strong background in legal analysis, research, and writing. Known for strategic thinking, effective communication, rigorous case analysis and consistent collaboration with coworkers and adversaries to achieve favorable outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Attorney

Hurwitz & Fine, P.C.
09.2007 - 08.2013
  • Assisted in the representation of seven complainants against a local public benefit corporation in an extensive NYS Division of Human Rights hearing by drafting memoranda, outlining legal issues, assisting with case strategy, and preparing hearing testimony
  • Defended a local municipality in a complex environmental suit
  • Prepared memorandums of law and motion papers on behalf of a local economic development organization in Article 78 proceedings
  • Drafted internal policies and corporate governance documents for local corporations and a local industrial development agency
  • Counseled clients regarding Medicaid laws and successfully handled Medicaid fair hearings in Erie and Niagara County Department of Social Services
  • Litigated and negotiated resolutions to contested probate proceedings and Article 81 guardianships
  • Prepared articles and delivered speeches on relevant legal updates

Law Clerk

Hurwitz & Fine, P.C.
08.2005 - 05.2007
  • Conducted research, drafted briefs, and interpreted legal documents
  • Supported attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing case materials and drafting legal documents

Paid Intern

Hodgson Russ LLP
07.2002 - 08.2005
  • Assisted attorneys in Education, Labor and Employment, Employee Benefits and Trusts and Estates Practice Groups with drafting of various correspondence, pleadings and other legal documents
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail while editing documents for accuracy
  • Adapted to changing assignments and varying workloads

Tenured Teacher, 4th Grade

Starpoint Central School District
09.2019 - Current
  • Communicate frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback, discuss instructional strategies, and address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues
  • Collaborate with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents
  • Facilitate extracurricular activities including the Odyssey of the Mind Club and field trips that enrich students' learning experiences

Education

Juris Doctor -

University At Buffalo School of Law
Buffalo, New York
05.2007

Master of Education - Literacy Emphasis

University At Buffalo Graduate School of Education
Buffalo, New York
05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - English; Minor in Child Advocacy

Hobart And William Smith Colleges
Geneva, New York
05.2004

Awards

Named an Upstate New York Super Lawyer Rising Star (2013)

Timeline

Tenured Teacher, 4th Grade

Starpoint Central School District
09.2019 - Current

Associate Attorney

Hurwitz & Fine, P.C.
09.2007 - 08.2013

Law Clerk

Hurwitz & Fine, P.C.
08.2005 - 05.2007

Paid Intern

Hodgson Russ LLP
07.2002 - 08.2005

Juris Doctor -

University At Buffalo School of Law

Master of Education - Literacy Emphasis

University At Buffalo Graduate School of Education

Bachelor of Arts - English; Minor in Child Advocacy

Hobart And William Smith Colleges

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