Jesus “Tito” Garza
Austin,TX
Summary
Attorney with substantial contracts, commercial and employment litigation experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracts Counsel
PRESIDIO ROOFING CO.
Austin, TX
03.2021 - Current
- Provide expert guidance on construction industry contracts to ensure favorable outcomes for the company.
- Develop strategies to mitigate contractual risks associated with complex agreements.
- Ensure that all signed contracts are properly stored, maintained, and updated as needed.
- Collaborate with contractors to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Quality Analyst
VETERAN'S EVALUATION SERVICES
New York/Houston
07.2015 - 12.2019
- Provided analytical consultation pertinent to VA healthcare claims and medical exams.
- Conducted audits to identify areas for improvement and developed strategies to enhance overall performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of medical exam reviews and evaluations for VA healthcare claims.
Contract Attorney
DELOITTE
Jersey City, NJ
04.2014 - 07.2015
- Reviewed and classified documents in Relativity platform related to RMBS, pharmaceutical, patent, and environmental litigation.
Account Manager
CLARITY SERVICES, INC.
New York, NY
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Provided analytical and financial consultation in financial services and telecom industries.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to drive revenue growth and meet sales targets.
Associate Attorney
THOMPSON COE COUSINS & IRONS, LLP
Austin, TX
03.2011 - 08.2012
- Practiced commercial litigation in federal and state courts stemming from property, construction, employment, professional malpractice, and business disputes.
- Managed large caseload involving heavy motion writing practice and extensive discovery.
- Personally handled depositions, hearings, and negotiations with opposing counsel.
- Consulted with clients on litigation strategy, expectations, and results.
- Collaborated with senior attorneys to develop litigation strategies and techniques for successful resolution of cases.
Assistant Attorney General
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS
Austin, TX
09.2009 - 03.2011
- Successful in 7 federal jury trials as acting trial counsel.
- Managed discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation, coordinating efforts to effectively represent clients.
- Defended state law enforcement agencies in federal and state courts, ensuring legal compliance and safeguarding agency interests.
Education
Juris Doctor -
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
AUSTIN, TEXASBachelor of Arts -
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
AUSTIN, TEXASSkills
- Contract negotiation
- Risk assessment
- Legal research
- Document drafting
- Contract management
- Legal compliance
- Document management
- Strategy development
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Client relations
- Presentation skills
Professional Licensure
Title: Attorney
Timeline
Contracts Counsel
PRESIDIO ROOFING CO.
03.2021 - Current
Quality Analyst
VETERAN'S EVALUATION SERVICES
07.2015 - 12.2019
Contract Attorney
DELOITTE
04.2014 - 07.2015
Account Manager
CLARITY SERVICES, INC.
08.2012 - 08.2013
Associate Attorney
THOMPSON COE COUSINS & IRONS, LLP
03.2011 - 08.2012
Assistant Attorney General
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF TEXAS
09.2009 - 03.2011
Juris Doctor -
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS
Bachelor of Arts -
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS