Jessica Glover
Silver Creek,GA
Summary
Energetic and efficient Associate Attorney with a proven track record of success at a large volume bankruptcy firm. I have managed a large case load of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases across all 4 districts in the Northern District of Georgia.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Law Office of Jeffrey B. Kelly, P.C.
Rome, GA
05.2015 - Current
- Consulted with potential clients and active clients in dire financial situations and actively listened to their goals and concerns before advising them on their bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy options.
- Represented individuals and small business owners at hearings associated with Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings; including, but not limited to, 341 Meetings of the Creditors, Confirmation Hearings, Motions for Relief from Stay, Post Confirmation Plan Modifications, and Rule 2004 Examinations.
- Created and implemented new processes for attorneys, staff and case managers to maximize efficiency leading to a dramatic increase in overall Chapter 13 plan confirmations for the firm as a whole.
- Negotiated directly with individual Creditors, Creditor Attorneys, and Trustees in order to obtain the best possible result for a Client.
- Conducted extensive legal research to support case strategies and arguments, as well as to stay up to date with the latest changes in Bankruptcy law to best advise my clients.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including Bankruptcy petitions, motions, and pleadings.
- Mentored junior associates on intake procedures, courtroom procedures, legal writing and research, as well as overall Bankruptcy practice in determining the best route for a client in financial distress.
- Managed a large caseload of Chapter 7s and Chapter 13s in all four districts located in the Northern District of Georgia (Rome, Atlanta, Gainesville, and Newnan).
- Prepared and directly handled all United States Trustee Inquiries for Chapter 7s under 28 U.S.C. §707 and Audits under 28 U.S.C. §586 for Chapter 7s and Chapter 13s.
Law Clerk - Felony Department
Washington County District Attorney
Fayetteville, AR
05.2013 - 07.2014
- Prepared and drafted felony and. misdemeanor warrants to be reviewed by the Assistant District Attorney prior to being served on a Defendant.
- Worked closely with local law enforcement in analyzing probable cause, determining appropriate charges and obtaining additional statements and information related to charges to be filed.
- Prepared discovery and documents requested under the Freedom of Information Act.
- Assisted Child Support Enforcement in collecting unpaid child support arrears once the felony threshold had been met.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Arkansas School of Law
Fayetteville, AR 05-2015
Bachelor of Science - History & Political Science
Shorter College
Rome, GA05-2011
Skills
- Client communication
- Contract drafting
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Software and Programs - Bestcase, Microsoft Office, Practice Panther, Keap, Zoom, Slack
- Bankruptcy law
- Litigation strategy
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Law Office of Jeffrey B. Kelly, P.C.
05.2015 - Current
Law Clerk - Felony Department
Washington County District Attorney
05.2013 - 07.2014
J.D. - Law
University of Arkansas School of Law
Bachelor of Science - History & Political Science
Shorter College