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Jocelyne Gresock

Parkton,MD

Summary

Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in trauma- informed advocacy and representation. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Attorney

Women's Law Center Of Maryland
09.2021 - Current
  • Represented complainants in Title IX actions at colleges and universities.
  • Participated in settlement conferences, advocating for clients'' best interests while working toward resolutions.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements with opposing counsel, reducing litigation costs and saving time for clients.
  • Enhanced client representation by conducting thorough legal research and drafting comprehensive memoranda.
  • Handled discovery requests promptly by reviewing documents for relevance or privilege before production to opposing parties.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with court personnel to build credibility.
  • Drafted persuasive legal documents, including motions, briefs, and pleadings, ensuring proper formatting and accuracy.
  • Conducted intake interviews and provided legal information, referrals and advocacy to determine potential courses of action.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and proactive problem-solving approaches, fostering trust in our services.
  • Managed caseload efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance while meeting strict deadlines.
  • Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
  • Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.

Owner/ Attorney/ Certified Mediator

The Law Office of Jocelyne L. Gresock
03.2020 - Current
  • Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions to clients in civil matters.
  • Managed all aspects of client cases.
  • Utilized computerized case management system.
  • Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using legal knowledge and research.
  • Evaluated claims based on applicable state and federal law such as Title VII for discriminatory practices by employers.
  • Represented clients at EEOC hearings including mediations and settlement conferences.
  • Represented clients in Administrative Hearings.
  • Mediated cases as a third-party neutral in both in-person and virtual settings.

Fellow

Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Represented low-income tenants in Baltimore City Rent Court.
  • Represented low-income tenants in rent escrow hearings.
  • Analyzed and presented case for tenant’s to avoid eviction.
  • Represented low-income clients in consumer protection cases on a pro bono basis.

Law Clerk

Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Reviewed past convictions for viability.
  • Compiled and reviewed police reports, charges, and case details.
  • Drafted motions to vacate convictions.

Student Attorney

Innocence Project Clinic
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Represented inmates in post-conviction matters
  • Researched and drafted memoranda regarding post-conviction relief
  • Managed client relationships, including advising of legal rights and expectations
  • Conducted extensive research regarding whether clients were afforded due process.

Paralegal

Pezzulla & Pezzulla, LLC
06.2011 - 07.2012
  • Researched and drafted memoranda and pleadings for civil litigation.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients, attorneys, and court officials.
  • Prepared estate planning documents and documents for the establishment of businesses.

Paralegal

Cromwell Unglesbee, P.C.
10.2008 - 05.2011
  • Provided administrative support to a busy law practice with a focus on family law
  • Drafted complaints, motions, discovery requests, and responses
  • Researched and prepared documents for attorneys’ use in trial.

Education

J.D. -

University of Baltimore School of Law
05.2014

B.S. (English) -

Towson University
12.2005

Skills

  • Family Law
  • Trauma-Informed
  • Case Management
  • Trial experience
  • Court Preparation

    and Procedures

  • Ethics and Professionalism
  • Settlement Negotiation
  • Client Representation
  • Legal writing

Bar Admission Certifications

  • Admitted to the Maryland bar (06/01/16)
  • Certified Mediator, 40-hour certification
  • Maryland Notary Public
  • Admitted to United States District Court for the District of Maryland

References

References furnished upon request

Community Service

  • Board Member of Campus Cabana Swim Club
  • Vice-President of the Seventh District Recreation Council

Certification

Admitted to the Maryland bar (June 2016)

Admitted to U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland

Certified Mediator, 40-hour certification

Maryland Notary Public

Timeline

Staff Attorney

Women's Law Center Of Maryland
09.2021 - Current

Owner/ Attorney/ Certified Mediator

The Law Office of Jocelyne L. Gresock
03.2020 - Current

Fellow

Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland
08.2019 - 08.2020

Law Clerk

Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office
02.2019 - 03.2020

Student Attorney

Innocence Project Clinic
01.2014 - 05.2014

Paralegal

Pezzulla & Pezzulla, LLC
06.2011 - 07.2012

Paralegal

Cromwell Unglesbee, P.C.
10.2008 - 05.2011

J.D. -

University of Baltimore School of Law

B.S. (English) -

Towson University

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