Years of legal experience
Michelle "Shelly" C. Joyner
Senior Attorney
Lake Dallas,Texas
Summary
Effective law professional with proven track record of successfully representing clients in court, developing legal strategies, researching, drafting, and negotiating. Well-versed in principles of law and legal history. Works independently and collaboratively as part of team to retain and support clients. Experienced in teaching law to non-lawyers, law students, and lawyers through community outreach, advocacy coaching, and continuing legal education. Experienced in teaching other disciplines for over 25 years.
Overview
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Years of diverse teaching experience
Work History
Associate Attorney, law clerk
CRAIN & WOOLEY, ESTATE PLANNING
Plano, TX
06.2018 - Current
- Evaluate client needs, draft estate documents accordingly, advise clients on proper trust funding
- Complete probate process from intake to closing including attending hearings and contesting cases
- Ancillary client needs regarding property, employment, small claims, defamation defense, fraud, and contracts
- Manage client portal system and assign/complete tasks with firm support staff
- Conduct seminars, webinars, and other educational events regarding estate planning and other law 2021 Steven G
- Condos Award for Outstanding New Member of the Texas Bar College
Swing Courier, Handler
FEDEX EXPRESS
Plano Plano, TX
11.2014 - 06.2018
- Run Collin County routes to fill in for sick calls and vacation.
FEDEX EXPRESS, Memphis Air
Memphis, TN
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Dangerous goods specialist
- Aircraft load equipment operator
- Memphis World Hub tour guide.
Law Clerk
KIZZIA JOHNSON
Dallas, TX
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Review depositions and create summaries in anticipation of litigation
- Draft demand letters in anticipation of litigation
- Draft pleadings and respond to discovery
- Review client files including medical records in anticipation of litigation.
Account Operations Manager
FEDEX EXPRESS
Memphis, TN
01.2011 - 11.2014
- Created, implemented, and supervised specialty account operations, primarily for medical shipments
- Directly supervised approximately 30 employees; team of managers supervising 150 employees.
Operations Manager
FEDEX EXPRESS, Memphis Air Operations
Memphis, TN
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Managed input team of approximately 30 employees with aircraft load
- Managed outbound load masters responsible for weight & balance and aircraft load.
Education
Juris Doctor -
UNT Dallas College of Law
08.2016 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Liberal Studies - undefined
Dowling College
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University of North Texas
01.1999 - 01.2001
Skills
Individual and business legal planning and advising
undefinedAffiliations
American Mensa, Texas Bar College, Daughters of the American Revolution, Attorneys Serving the Community, Dallas Legal Line (legal observer), UNT Alumni Association, Dallas Bar Association, Collin County Bar Association, UNT Dallas College of Law Board of Advocates Alumni
Accomplishments
- Served [Number] clients per year pro bono.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Associate Attorney, law clerk
CRAIN & WOOLEY, ESTATE PLANNING
06.2018 - Current
FEDEX EXPRESS, Memphis Air
08.2017 - 05.2018
Law Clerk
KIZZIA JOHNSON
07.2017 - 03.2018
Juris Doctor -
UNT Dallas College of Law
08.2016 - 05.2019
Swing Courier, Handler
FEDEX EXPRESS
11.2014 - 06.2018
Account Operations Manager
FEDEX EXPRESS
01.2011 - 11.2014
Operations Manager
FEDEX EXPRESS, Memphis Air Operations
01.2008 - 01.2011
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University of North Texas
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Liberal Studies - undefined
Dowling College