Hi, I’m
Joshua Stanley
Columbus,OH
Summary
Attorney specializing in Real Estate, Estate Planning, and Business Law, with honed skills in effective problem-solving and delivering practical advice. Extensive experience in counseling and negotiation, capable of delivering reliable legal solutions under stringent deadlines. Skilled at managing multiple cases simultaneously, drafting precise legal documents, and successfully resolving disputes. Effective communicator demonstrating strength in logical reasoning, with a sharp attention to detail.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Kimball, Tirey, & St. John
Associate Attorney
11.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Specialized in conducting lease reviews for large-scale residential clients and drafting addenda, including Utility and Solar Energy Addenda, ensuring thorough compliance with laws and protection of client interests
- Drafted residential leases and provided knowledgeable guidance on Utility Billing matters for residential landlords and property management companies
- Worked extensively with Fair Housing department on California Civil Rights Defense cases, creating effective responses and successfully advocating for clients
- Guided clients through complexities of state and federal bureaucracy, safeguarding their rights and interests at all times
- Consistently achieved firm-set productivity targets and billable hours, demonstrating high efficiency and commitment to client service.
Superior Court of California
Volunteer Legal Advisor
01.2015 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Provided expert legal advice to small claims litigants, guiding them through case filing and hearing preparation to optimize their chances of success
- Assisted litigants in adhering to civil procedures for small claims cases, ensuring efficient and effective legal process
- Helped litigants successfully navigate complex small claims court system, simplifying legal complexities and instilling confidence
- Made challenging journey of small claims litigation more manageable for clients through patient, clear, and comprehensive advice.
Law Office of Joshua W. Stanley
Principal Attorney
07.2014 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Oversaw a comprehensive caseload comprising personal injury, negligence defense, and subrogation litigation, strategizing and implementing legal solutions
- Secured numerous successful settlements in personal injury cases, achieving favorable outcomes for clients
- Drafted, filed, and managed probate petitions and related filings, employing extensive knowledge of probate law
- Created comprehensive estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives, safeguarding clients' interests
- Prepared pleadings and discovery, negotiated settlements, and reviewed/amended contracts
- Regularly represented clients at depositions, hearings, and trials.
Blake Law Firm
Associate Attorney
7 2022 - 7 2022
Job overview
- Conducted legal research on complex residential and commercial real estate issues
- Propounded and answered written discovery, and prepared complaints, pleadings, and other legal drafts for real estate and business litigation
- Represented landlords and tenants in residential and commercial lease disputes
- Reviewed and advised clients on contracts related to purchase of real estate, including loan agreements, loan assumption agreements, and cash management agreements
- Advised clients of their rights and obligations related to Shareholder disputes.
AEP Ohio
Right of Way Legal Consultant
06.2022 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Directed negotiations with stakeholders for rights-of-way acquisitions, employing property law expertise
- Led land acquisition initiatives, navigating contractual complexities
- Conducted legal research and crafted essential legal documents to support acquisition strategies
- Managed property damage claims, resolving disputes through effective negotiation
- Provided legal advice on real estate law and contracts, influencing stakeholder interactions.
Education
Thomas Jefferson School of LawSan Diego, CA
Juris Doctor in Law
01.2008 - 5 2013
Miami UniversityOxford, OH
Bachelor of Arts in Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs
01.2003 - 5 2007
Skills
Research
Writing
Effective Communication
Analytical Thinking
Leadership
Teamwork
Decision Making
Conflict Resolution
Initiative-taking
Hardworking
Case Research
Case Analysis
Corporate Law
Investigation skills
Legal Doc Review
Legal Doc File
Contract Analysis
Legal compliance
Contract Drafting
Legal writing
Legal Research
Case analysis
Contract drafting
Arbitration and litigation
Document Review
Client Communication
Case interpretation
Legal Compliance
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Personal Injury Law
Legal Analysis
Document filing
Legal Advisory
Client Counseling
Document Preparation
Reviewing documents
Court Procedures
Civil Law
Court preparation
Case Management
Client Representation
Evaluating contracts
Settlement Negotiation
Commercial Real Estate
Contract Negotiation
Practice Management
Strategy Development
Residential real estate development
American Bar Association (ABA)
Teamwork and Collaboration
Legal Research and Review
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Certification
Bar
OTHER INTERESTS/HOBBIES
Avid piano player/musician and artist. Enjoy running, biking and skiing. Other hobbies include landscaping and interior design.
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Kimball, Tirey, & St. John
11.2022 - Current
Right of Way Legal Consultant
AEP Ohio
06.2022 - 06.2022
Volunteer Legal Advisor
Superior Court of California
01.2015 - 01.2019
Principal Attorney
Law Office of Joshua W. Stanley
07.2014 - 03.2019
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Juris Doctor in Law
01.2008 - 5 2013
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts in Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs
01.2003 - 5 2007
Associate Attorney
Blake Law Firm
7 2022 - 7 2022