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Recital Piano
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Patrick Anderson

Patrick Anderson

Ames,IA

Summary

Accomplished Attorney and Pastoral Counselor with a proven track record at Patrick R Anderson, Attorney At Law, adept in legal advisory and client counseling. Excelled in managing complex caseloads and fostering collaborative dispute resolutions, significantly benefiting client outcomes. Skilled in both family and business law, demonstrating exceptional case management and interpersonal skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Attorney

Patrick R Anderson, Attorney At Law
2008.01 - Current
  • Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
  • Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
  • Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.

Pastor and Pastoral Counselor

Zearing Christian Church
2009.11 - 2017.03
  • Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.

Education

Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor - Functional Nutrition

Functional Nutrition Alliance, LLC
SF Bay Area, CA; Phoenix, AZ
09.2024

J.D. - Law

Oak Brook College of Law
Fresno, CA
05.2005

Master of Arts - Pastoral Counseling

Shalom Bible College & Seminary
West Des Moines, IA
05.2000

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Legal writing
  • Document Review
  • Legal Advisory
  • Family law
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Business law
  • Settlement Negotiation
  • Client Counseling
  • Corporate and business legal issues

Recital Piano

As a youngster I was working toward becoming a recital pianist.  I my late twenties I shifted gears and moved into Law and Counseling, though I still play for other frequently (e.g., volunteering 3 times each week to play during the dinner hour at the Iowa Veterans Home, Marshalltown, IA)

Timeline

Pastor and Pastoral Counselor

Zearing Christian Church
2009.11 - 2017.03

Attorney

Patrick R Anderson, Attorney At Law
2008.01 - Current

Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor - Functional Nutrition

Functional Nutrition Alliance, LLC

J.D. - Law

Oak Brook College of Law

Master of Arts - Pastoral Counseling

Shalom Bible College & Seminary
Patrick Anderson