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Lisa W. Lorman

Amsterdam

Summary

Seasoned legal professional with a distinguished career at the New York State Office of Court Administration, adept in legal writing and analytical reasoning. Excelled in promoting fairness, enhancing judicial system effectiveness, and developing strong client relationships. Demonstrated unparalleled impartiality and courtroom etiquette

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Amsterdam City Court Judge

New York State Office of Court Administration
03.2008 - Current
  • Handled cases with professionalism, ensuring that all parties received due process and equal protection under the law.
  • Worked collaboratively colleagues develop strategies increase judicial system''s effectiveness responsiveness evolving societal needs.
  • Reviewed legal documents and memos to make determinations on pre-trial issues, motions, and final rulings.
  • Promoted fairness and impartiality in the courtroom by adhering to strict ethical standards and maintaining an unbiased demeanor.
  • Appointed as Supervising Judge of all the City Courts in the Fourth Judicial District
  • Promoted to Acting County and Family Court Judge

Lorman Law Firm P.C

Self Employed
02.1996 - 12.2015

Partner in general practice law firm

  • Developed strong working relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, attentiveness, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Provided a variety of legal services

Attorney

Montgomery County Department of Social Services
12.1992 - 12.2015
  • Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
  • Prosecuted Child Abuse and Neglect Proceedings
  • Represented the Department in Guardianship Proceedings
  • Represented the Department in Collecting child support for children receiving public assistance.

Associate Attorney

Law Offices of Wolfgang Riemer
10.1988 - 03.1995
  • Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
  • Streamlined internal processes by developing templates for commonly used legal documents and correspondence.

Assistant Corporation Counsel

City of Amsterdam
01.1990 - 12.1994
  • Represented City in Code Violation matters
  • Prepared in rem foreclosure proceedings

Education

J.D. - Law

Albany Law School
Albany, NY
05-1988

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NY
05-1985

Skills

  • Legal writing
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Legal research
  • Impartiality
  • Courtroom etiquette

Affiliations

  • New York State Bar Association
  • Montgomery County Bar Association
  • Board Member- Montgomery County SPCA
  • Board Member-Century Club of Amsterdam

Timeline

Amsterdam City Court Judge

New York State Office of Court Administration
03.2008 - Current

Lorman Law Firm P.C

Self Employed
02.1996 - 12.2015

Attorney

Montgomery County Department of Social Services
12.1992 - 12.2015

Assistant Corporation Counsel

City of Amsterdam
01.1990 - 12.1994

Associate Attorney

Law Offices of Wolfgang Riemer
10.1988 - 03.1995

J.D. - Law

Albany Law School

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

SUNY, Oneonta
Lisa W. Lorman