Nora Anderson
New York,NY
Summary
Respected Judge with [Number] years of bench experience and uncompromising approach to legal adjudication. Background in [Type] law, rules and procedures. Dedicated to faithful interpretation of laws with deference to legislative intent and purpose. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Judge
New York State Office Of Court Administration
2008.11 - 2022.12
- Determined proper sentencing, monetary fees and damages to be paid on basis of case facts and established guidelines.
- Prepared written opinions to defend rationale of rulings and inform public of new legal precedent arising from case.
- Heard oral debate and testimony before court to establish case facts and litigants' arguments.
- Reviewed pleadings, motions and evidence to assess admissibility and relevance to case.
- Met with litigants' legal counsel to discuss and decide on objections, pretrial motions, discovery issues and evidence.
- Reviewed legal documents and memos to make determinations on pre-trial issues, motions and final rulings.
- Monitored court proceedings for adherence to legal procedures and rules by attorneys and litigants.
- Awarded compensations for damages to litigants in [Type] cases using [Type] formula.
Attorney
Seth Rubenstein PC
1999.12 - 2008.11
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
Chief Clerk, New York County Surrogate's Court
New York State Office Of Administration
1994.04 - 1999.11
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Drove customer loyalty and consistent sales through friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Managed calendars and scheduled appointments to maintain smooth flow of operations.
Attorney
Powell &Anderson
1990.03 - 1993.12
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
Law Secretary to Supreme Court Judge
New York State Office Of Court Administration
1987.04 - 1993.09
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
Attorney
Legal Aid Society-Manhattan/Criminal Defense Div
1983.10 - 1987.04
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
Education
J.D. - Law
Brooklyn Law School
Brooklyn, NY05.1982
Skills
- Opinion Writing
- Public Speaking
- Dispute Resolution
- Professionalism
- Courtroom etiquette
- Impartiality
- Critical thinking
- Analytical reasoning
- Decision-making
- Stress management
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Legal research
- Effective communication
- Case management
- Conflict resolution
- Legal writing
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ethical judgment
- Time management
- Legal knowledge
- Assertiveness
- Multitasking
- Emotional intelligence
- Interpersonal skills
- Staff Supervision
Timeline
Judge
New York State Office Of Court Administration
2008.11 - 2022.12
Attorney
Seth Rubenstein PC
1999.12 - 2008.11
Chief Clerk, New York County Surrogate's Court
New York State Office Of Administration
1994.04 - 1999.11
Attorney
Powell &Anderson
1990.03 - 1993.12
Law Secretary to Supreme Court Judge
New York State Office Of Court Administration
1987.04 - 1993.09
Attorney
Legal Aid Society-Manhattan/Criminal Defense Div
1983.10 - 1987.04
J.D. - Law
Brooklyn Law School
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