PAULA RAMOS
Sandy Springs,GA
Summary
Seasoned corporate attorney and manager with over 20 years of experience in addressing complex legal challenges and overseeing office operations. Proven track record in corporate and litigation law, excelling in case strategy development and effective communication. Notable achievements include implementing diversity initiatives that enhance team efficiency and improve legal outcomes. Skilled in identifying critical legal issues swiftly while mentoring junior attorneys to advance their careers.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Engagement and Conduct
Emory University School of Law
Atlanta, GA
11.2023 - Current
- Provided counsel to senior leaders regarding student well-being.
- Administered financial resources for student services programs.
- Guided staff members on student affairs issues.
- Regularly assessed programs to verify alignment with student needs.
- Spearheaded joint initiatives to strengthen campus-wide collaboration.
- Executed strategic initiatives addressing students' educational and social requirements.
Managing Director - Legal
Law Offices of Sharon A. Touissant
New York, USA
09.2020 - Current
- Trained and mentored new attorneys and administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution, and industry best practices.
- Implemented comprehensive strategies to enhance diversity both internally and beyond.
- Handle confidential matters and requests with discretion.
- Developed and upheld company protocols to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Managed office functions to ensure optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Drafted memos, letters, and documents, enhancing internal and external communication.
- Assisted senior management in developing long-term plans for the organization's growth strategy.
Counsel
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
New York, USA
09.1997 - 03.2020
- Delivered legal guidance addressing transactional and regulatory challenges, including SEC, FINRA, and NASDAQ matters.
- Drafted well-reasoned legal arguments in various memoranda.
- Presented arguments in written form coherently and persuasively.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance on compliance best practices.
- Led and consulted on multiple insider trading inquiries with SEC and FINRA.
- Organized annual Legal Outreach program assignments and final exercises.
- Facilitated significant events at the firm, such as annual gatherings for associates and internally hosted diversity discussions.
- Contributed to organizational recruitment strategies focused on diversity enhancement.
Law Clerk
United States Court of Appeals for Fourth Circuit
Baltimore, USA
09.1996 - 07.1997
- Prepared Judge Murnaghan for monthly sittings of the Fourth Circuit, including reviewing briefs submitted by parties, creating bench memorandum and drafting of initial opinions
- Attended all oral arguments, drafted questions for Judge Murnaghan
- Proofread judge's orders and opinions for accuracy.
Law Clerk
United States District Court for District of Columbia
District of Columbia, USA
07.1994 - 08.1996
- Reviewed all submissions by parties in cases involving both civil and criminal matters
- Prepared Judge Sullivan for status hearings, oral arguments and trials
- Drafted opinions for Judge Sullivan
- Analyzed complex legal issues to determine possible outcomes.
Education
J.D. - Law
Howard University
Washington, DC05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Government and Anthropology
Smith College
Northampton, MA05.1988
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Complex Problem Solving
- Skilled Multitasker
- Persuasive writing
- Mentoring and coaching attorneys
- Strategic planning
Bar Admissions
- Maryland, 1995
- New York, 1998
- New Jersey, 1998
Affiliations
Love to travel, watching documentaries and reading non-fiction biographies
Timeline
Director of Student Engagement and Conduct
Emory University School of Law
11.2023 - Current
Managing Director - Legal
Law Offices of Sharon A. Touissant
09.2020 - Current
Counsel
Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz
09.1997 - 03.2020
Law Clerk
United States Court of Appeals for Fourth Circuit
09.1996 - 07.1997
Law Clerk
United States District Court for District of Columbia
07.1994 - 08.1996
J.D. - Law
Howard University
Bachelor of Arts - Government and Anthropology
Smith College
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