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Krystal Williams

Houston,TX

Summary

Diligent and hard-working litigation attorney who consistently takes initiative and delivers creative solutions to achieve positive results for clients. Thrives in a dynamic and collaborative work environment, possess an unyielding work-ethic, passion and skill, while brining a positive attitude and sense of humor to the office

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Attorney

Department Of Public Safety
06.2023 - Current
  • Represent the department before the State Office of Administrative Hearings in administrative hearings related to driver license suspensions stemming from intoxication cases
  • Perform duties involving content and application of trial procedures, DWI statutes, Texas Administrative Procedures Act, Rules of Evidence and/or Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Appellate Procedures, Texas, Penal Code, Transportation Code, and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure
  • Manage discovery and other case preparation and respond to inquiries regarding the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures applicable to the Administrative License Revocation program

Managing Attorney

Prolific Litigation Group LLP
01.2021 - Current
  • Handled all aspects of certain litigation and pre-litigation matters including case strategy development, responses to complaints and demands for arbitration, the issuance of and responses to discovery requests, data collection, document production, depositions, and mediation.
  • Drafted construction contracts for home improvements in accordance with the parameters of the Texas Property Code
  • Handle a caseload of personal injury matters, including but not limited to motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, and wrongful death, 18 wheeler, etc.
  • Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and arguments.

Staff Attorney

Beacon Law, A Program Of The Beacon
06.2020 - 04.2023
  • Provided representation to clients who were experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity in order to remove legal barriers to housing and employment (ID restoration, record clearing/sealing, housing, and family law)
  • Supervised paralegal's caseloads
  • Provided presentations and legal education to community partners and annual CLE attendees


Document Reviewer

Freelance Contracting
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Reviewed litigation and investigatory documents for relevance, privilege, trade secrets, patient privacy (HIPPA) and confidentiality
  • Performed quality assurance and quality control of review work to ensure reviewer accuracy, deadlines, and client specifications
  • worked in software programs, such as Relativity, Excel, Word, and Adobe

Associate Attorney

Law Office Of Bobby R. Manning
11.2018 - 05.2019
  • Negotiated 146 personal injury settlements directly with insurance adjusters
  • Met with clients to explain their rights concerning plausible causing of actions surrounding motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, divorce, and child custody
  • Partook in mediations and settlement negotiations with client employers due to plausible workers' compensation claims

Staff Attorney

Legal Aid Of North Louisiana
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Represent children who have been taken into State custody as a result of abuse and/or neglect
  • Participate in Family-Team Meetings (FTMs) to strategize case plans for parents to complete in order to regain physical custody of their child(ren)
  • Draft legal documentations, conduct extensive research, and attend various trainings to better facilitate reunification of children with their families

Education

J.D. - Law

Southern University Law Center
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Ouachita Parish High School
Monroe, LA
05.2011

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and time management
  • Solution-driven
  • Legal Analysis And Research
  • Strong Work Ethic

Timeline

Staff Attorney

Department Of Public Safety
06.2023 - Current

Managing Attorney

Prolific Litigation Group LLP
01.2021 - Current

Staff Attorney

Beacon Law, A Program Of The Beacon
06.2020 - 04.2023

Document Reviewer

Freelance Contracting
07.2019 - 05.2020

Associate Attorney

Law Office Of Bobby R. Manning
11.2018 - 05.2019

Staff Attorney

Legal Aid Of North Louisiana
08.2017 - 11.2018

J.D. - Law

Southern University Law Center

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

Southern University And A & M College

High School Diploma -

Ouachita Parish High School

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