Kent Jones
Cleveland,TN
Summary
My objective is to use my general management, business management and legal skills to significantly and efficiently contribute to the structure, philosophy of a local, Cleveland, TN business.
I have served private business and law firms in the Cleveland, TN and Chattanooga, TN areas, as well as working in surrounding counties. I have developed numerous lectures and presentations for a national business group and managed businesses from one (1) to over twenty(20) employees at all levels.
I do not currently practice law; however, I use my office in Cleveland, TN for various business interests.
I am loyal and work very hard.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Shareholder
Jones & Associates PC
04.2012 - Current
- Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
- Clarified client issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve serious legal issues for both businesses and individuals
- Contributed to the development of training materials for new hires, promoting a consistent level of service quality across the team.
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
- Tried hundreds of cases and dozens of appeals.
- Answered constant flow of client calls.
Senior Partner
Allen, Kopet & Associates PLLC
11.1999 - 04.2012
- Streamlined internal processes to improve efficiency and reduce overhead costs for the firm.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched and wrote contracts, agreements and proposals.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- General litigation and appeals.
- Trained associates.
Corporate Trainer
Harrison Direct Inc.
01.1992 - 05.1999
- Increased overall job satisfaction through the delivery of personalized career coaching sessions.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Developed customized leadership development programs that prepared high-potential employees for advanced roles within the company.
- Created and training programs for operations.
International Trade Law Clerk
Graham & James LLP
05.1990 - 06.1991
- Conducted research and wrote memorandums for partners.
Federal Securities Law Clerk
Routier, Mackey & Johnson PC
10.1988 - 05.1990
- Conducted research and wrote memorandums for partners.
- Acted as a liason between the firm and the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Education
J.D. - Law
George Washington University Law School
Washington, DC12.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Honors Political Science And English
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN08.1988
High School Diploma -
Hixson High School
Hixson, TN08.1984
Skills
Contract Development
Management of Employees
Money handling abilities
Trial Litigation, Training and Appeals
Affiliations
- St. Peter's Episcopal School - Mid 2000
Former Board Member forSt. Peter's Episcopal School in Chattanooga, TN.
Worked on innovative ways to promote applications during a tough economic period.
Timeline
Managing Shareholder
Jones & Associates PC
04.2012 - Current
Senior Partner
Allen, Kopet & Associates PLLC
11.1999 - 04.2012
Corporate Trainer
Harrison Direct Inc.
01.1992 - 05.1999
International Trade Law Clerk
Graham & James LLP
05.1990 - 06.1991
Federal Securities Law Clerk
Routier, Mackey & Johnson PC
10.1988 - 05.1990
J.D. - Law
George Washington University Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Honors Political Science And English
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
High School Diploma -
Hixson High School
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