Nathan Edmonds
Trial Attorney
Waterford,MI
Summary
Result driver Partner experienced in advising clients in Civil law. Proficient in drafting legal documents and negotiating settlements. Poised and dedicated professional with proven ability to thrive in busy and stressful environments. 68 Jury trials. Handle high volume of files, timely on deadlines, co-managed and mentored multiple attorneys while managing 25 million dollar insurance defense firm with 55 attorneys and staff of over 100.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Partner/Co-Managing Partner
Secrest Wardle
Troy, Michigan
10.2002 - 01.2024
- Maintained open-door policy and responded to stakeholder concerns.
- Helped develop and implement promotional strategies to drive business to firm.
- Promoted new business and expanded firm's professional network through attendance and participation in community, government, and industry events.
- Chaired partner meetings to drive discussion of matters important to firm operations, keeping discourse on-topic and moving at efficient pace.
- Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective, and lasting business relationships.
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Oversaw firm's day-to-day administrative operations, provided guidance to support staff and enforced compliance with state, federal, and local regulations across organization.
- Liaised between partners and internal stakeholders to resolve conflicts.
- Established firm's financial strategy by adequately distributing funds across company, monitoring monthly budget and evaluating results.
- Monitored partner performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Recruited, trained and mentored attorneys, paralegals and support staff to strengthen legal team.
- Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
- Networked with other professionals and organizations to expand contacts and opportunities.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- 68 Jury trials.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Trial Attorney
Farmers Insurance
Troy, Michigan
01.1996 - 10.2002
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science / Business Adminstration
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI 08.1987 - 05.1991
J.D. - Legal Studies
Detroit College Of Law
Detroit, MI 08.1991 - 05.1994
Skills
Business Development
Strategic planning
Verbal and written communications
Dispute arbitration
Legal writing
Civil law
Discovery processes
Settlement Negotiation
Trial attorney (68 trials as of December 2023))
Certification
P51453 No Grievance or Discipline Everr
Timeline
Senior Partner/Co-Managing Partner
Secrest Wardle
10.2002 - 01.2024
Trial Attorney
Farmers Insurance
01.1996 - 10.2002
J.D. - Legal Studies
Detroit College Of Law
08.1991 - 05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science / Business Adminstration
University of Detroit Mercy
08.1987 - 05.1991