Hi, I’m
Katherine Blazek
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Accomplished Advisor with extensive legal and medical experience advocating for clients. Proven track record of conducting thorough analyses of individual facts to craft strategies targeted to each client’s unique needs. Passion for cultivating relationships and interacting with clients to develop trust and rapport. Recognized by colleagues and clients for superior writing ability, keen listening to the questions and concerns of clients, awareness of deadlines, and superior organizational skills. Proficient in Spanish with a working knowledge of French.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Bankers Life
Licensed Insurance Agent
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- I am a retirement specialist and I help client with enrolling into Medicare, Life Insurance
- Annuities and other retirement insurance
- Established trust with clients through transparent communication regarding policy costs, coverages, exclusions, limitations, endorsements or riders available upon request.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing tailored insurance solutions and exceptional customer service.
Law Offices of Katherine Tuminello
Independent Contractor Attorney
01.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Manage all Social Security matters on behalf of the firm including both SSI and SSDI cases
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Achieved successful case outcomes by researching legal issues and drafting persuasive arguments.
Law Offices of Katherine Blazek
Solo Attorney
01.2010 - Current
Job overview
- Established and ran a solo practice managing caseload, accounting, supplies, and calendar unilaterally
- Cultivated relationships with attorney colleagues which developed into handling SSI and SSDI for their firms as a contractor
- Managed caseload from developing file to representing clients before Administrative Law Judges while also marketing to obtain new clients
Law Offices of Joan Birmingham
Independent Contractor Attorney
01.2010 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Prepared cases and strategized for hearings in addition to composing briefs at the hearing level and on appeal
- Directed a caseload of 110+ cases representing clients before Administrative Law Judges for SSDI and SSI cases
Health Management Associates (HMA)
Hearings Department Supervisor
01.2005 - 12.2005
Job overview
- Oversaw hearing specialists representing clients with SSI cases
- Provided recommendations related to discipline, hiring, and termination of direct reports
Cohen & Dwin Law Firm
Associate Attorney
01.2001 - 12.2004
Job overview
- Interviewed clients to develop case strategies and represented clients at hearings
- Negotiated settlements with insurance companies and opposing counsel
- Directed 400+ cases comprised of social security disability and workers compensation
Health Management Associates (HMA)
Team Coordinator
01.1996 - 12.2001
Job overview
- Supervised 7 Hearings Specialists and 2 support staff throughout daily activities providing training, guidance, and performance management
- Engaged in management meetings and promoted company interests
Health Management Associates (HMA)
Hearings Specialist
01.1995 - 12.2001
Job overview
- Managed a case load of approx
- 120 cases undertaking all SSD hearings on behalf of clients
- Interpreted medical records, interviewed clients, strategized and prepared arguments, in addition to composing briefs and memorandum
Education
Suffolk University Law SchoolBoston, MA
Juris Doctor from Cum Laude
06.1993
Tufts UniversityMedford, MA
Bachelor of Science from Biology & Psychology
06.1989
Skills
- Case Management & Strategy
- Client Relations
- Negotiations
- Team Player
- Legal Counseling
- Medical Terminology
- Legal Research & Writing
- Task Prioritization
- Training & Leadership
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Westlaw / OASYS / Paradox
- Customer Service
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Certification
- Negotiations-Mediation Workshop
- Medical Disability Training Program
- Workforce 2000 Workshop
- NOSSCR National Training Conferences
- Vocational Expert Training
- Thinking Outside the Lines Training
- State of Maryland Insurance License
Community Service
- Women’s Law Center – Pro SE Project Staff Member
- Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Maryland – Big Sister
Bar Admissions
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
Timeline
Licensed Insurance Agent
Bankers Life
03.2024 - Current
Independent Contractor Attorney
Law Offices of Katherine Tuminello
01.2016 - Current
Solo Attorney
Law Offices of Katherine Blazek
01.2010 - Current
Independent Contractor Attorney
Law Offices of Joan Birmingham
01.2010 - 01.2015
Hearings Department Supervisor
Health Management Associates (HMA)
01.2005 - 12.2005
Associate Attorney
Cohen & Dwin Law Firm
01.2001 - 12.2004
Team Coordinator
Health Management Associates (HMA)
01.1996 - 12.2001
Hearings Specialist
Health Management Associates (HMA)
01.1995 - 12.2001
Suffolk University Law School
Juris Doctor from Cum Laude
Tufts University
Bachelor of Science from Biology & Psychology
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