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Mary E. Wesley

Harrodsburg,KY

Summary

Seasoned Attorney-at-Law with background in diverse legal fields, including family law, municipal law, and estate planning. Proven strengths include robust negotiation abilities, keen analytical skills, and commitment to ethical practice. Previously brought impactful change through diligent representation of clients, drafting comprehensive legal documents and providing sound legal advice.

Seasoned attorney with several years of litigation and legal drafting experience. Dedicated to delivering expert representation and counsel through comprehensive legal knowledge and research.

Thorough professional with in-depth understanding of applicable laws. Works great with fellow attorneys, support staff, and other stakeholders to meet legal demands.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Attorney at Law (General Practitioner)

Wesley Law Office
Lancaster, KY
01.2009 - Current
  • Solo practitioner focusing mainly on family law, real estate law, general property law

City Attorney

Lancaster, KY
08.2012 - 01.2018
  • Responsible for litigation pertaining to the city, drafting ordinances, proclamations, petitions, easements

Assistant County Attorney

Garrard County, KY
04.2011 - 06.2012
  • Prosecuted all District Court cases

Summer Immigration Internship

06.2007 - 08.2007

Internship

Don Smith Law Office
05.2007 - 08.2007

University Counsel, Internship

Eastern Kentucky University
07.2006 - 08.2006

Legal Aid Society Extern

Center for Women and Families
01.2008

Education

Juris Doctorate -

University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Louisville

Garrard County High School -

Skills

  • Family law
  • Ordinance drafting
  • Petition preparation
  • District Court prosecution
  • Legal research
  • Client representation
  • Legal documentation
  • Municipal law
  • Trial preparation
  • Client communication
  • Courtroom demeanor
  • Oral advocacy
  • Statutory interpretation
  • Legal drafting
  • Ethics and professionalism
  • Document review
  • Settlement negotiation
  • Document preparation
  • Trial experience

Certification

  • Kentucky Bar Association, 92591, 10/01/08
  • United States District Court Eastern District of Kentucky, 01/01/12
  • United States District Court Western District of Kentucky, 01/01/12
  • Certified Guardian ad Litem, 01/01/08
  • Lewis and Clark Animal Law Conference, 09/01/07
  • Advancing Justice Conference, 09/01/07
  • Department of Justice Human Trafficking Training, 03/01/07

Volunteer Experience

  • Moot Court Facilitator
  • Volunteer Lawyer, Volunteer Lawyers of Appalachian Kentucky, 01/01/09, 2009 Volunteer Lawyer of the Year
  • Board of Director for Heritage Hospice, 09/01/11, 06/30/17
  • Kentucky Refugee Ministries, 01/01/06, 12/31/08, English Tutor, Citizenship Tutor, Apartment Setup, Special Events, Immigration, Student Mentor, Everyone Reads Mentor
  • The Center for Women and Families, Domestic Violence Pro Se Clinic, 06/01/06, 11/30/07
  • The Center for Women and Families Legal and Hospital Advocate, 01/01/06, 12/31/07
  • Council of Councils for Garrard County Public Schools, 09/01/11,
  • Member of Lancaster United Lancaster Methodist Church, 09/01/89, Chair of the Staff Parish Relations Committee
  • Board of Director for Garrard County Chamber of Commerce, 01/01/11,
  • Member of the Lancaster Rotary Club, 01/01/11,

Professional Memberships

  • Member Young Lawyer Section of Kentucky Bar Association
  • Journal of Law and Education Member, 01/01/07, 12/31/08
  • Moot Court Board Member, 01/01/07, 12/31/08
  • Kentucky Intra-State Mock Trial Facilitator, 09/01/07, 12/31/07
  • Student Animal Legal Defense Fund Member, 01/01/07, 12/31/08
  • Louis D. Brandeis Inns of Court Pupil Member, 01/01/07, 12/31/08

Timeline

City Attorney

08.2012 - 01.2018

Assistant County Attorney

04.2011 - 06.2012

Attorney at Law (General Practitioner)

Wesley Law Office
01.2009 - Current

Legal Aid Society Extern

Center for Women and Families
01.2008

Summer Immigration Internship

06.2007 - 08.2007

Internship

Don Smith Law Office
05.2007 - 08.2007

University Counsel, Internship

Eastern Kentucky University
07.2006 - 08.2006

Juris Doctorate -

University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Louisville

Garrard County High School -

Mary E. Wesley