Margaret Melaniphy
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced attorney specializing in civil litigation, particularly medical negligence defense, personal injury defense, and general tort matters. Demonstrates effective management of legal risks, conducts thorough legal research, and provides valuable compliance guidance. Proficient in developing and implementing strategic legal approaches to minimize risk. Adept at communication and collaboration, committed to aligning legal strategies with business objectives. Seeks a corporate counsel role to leverage extensive litigation experience and regulatory compliance skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered
06.2022 - Current
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
- Evaluated potential client risks and provided strategic counsel accordingly.
- Assisted senior attorneys with complex cases, contributing to the successful resolution of challenging disputes.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and provide informed recommendations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for addressing potential risks and liability issues.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
Law Clerk
Kralovec, Jambois & Schwartz
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Conducted legal research and analysis to support civil litigation cases, including personal injury defense and other tort matters.
- Supported attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing case materials and drafting legal documents.
- Streamlined document review processes, resulting in more accurate and efficient case management.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant case law and legislation, ensuring accurate advice was provided to attorneys at all times.
- Met with clients on legal team's behalf to gather case information and discuss upcoming litigation.
Judicial Extern
Cook County Circuit Court
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted in managing complex suits involving product liability and toxic torts, gaining valuable experience in civil procedure and judicial decision-making.
- Supported the decision-making process with thorough legal analysis and clear communication.
- Analyzed complex statutes and regulations, providing clarity on legislative intent for judicial interpretation purposes.
- Provided valuable input during case discussions based on comprehensive understanding of relevant legal issues at hand.
- Assisted judges with drafting opinions and orders for efficient court proceedings.
- Presented findings from research projects to supervising judges, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
Education
Juris Doctor -
University of Illinois At Chicago, John Marshall Law School
Chicago, IL12.2020
Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Journalism -
The University of Iowa
Chicago05.2017
Skills
- Case analysis
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Legal Research
- Litigation Management
- Drafting complex legal documents
- Legal Compliance
- Discovery processes
- Negotiation
Related Practice Areas
- Legal Malpractice Defense
- Medical Negligence & Healthcare
- Toxic Tort
- Professional Liability Defense
Bar Admission
- Licensed to practice law in Illinois
Professional Affiliations
- Illinois Defense Counsel
- Chicago Bar Association
- Celtic Legal Society
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered
06.2022 - Current
Judicial Extern
Cook County Circuit Court
06.2020 - 08.2020
Law Clerk
Kralovec, Jambois & Schwartz
06.2019 - 12.2021
Juris Doctor -
University of Illinois At Chicago, John Marshall Law School
Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Journalism -
The University of Iowa
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