Raymond Faulkner Choi
Saint Petersburg,USA
Summary
Experienced Realtor assisting residential sellers and buyers, including: home staging, advertising & marketing, contracts negotiation and handling, client service. Skilled in analyzing market trends, attention to detail, and problem-solving. Previously a civil litigation attorney, Raymond quickly rose to the position of lead attorney within a year, demonstrating his ability to handle cases independently. Seeking a new opportunity to leverage his strong analytical skills and provide exceptional service to clients.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Realtor
Keller Williams Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
09.2020 - 12.2023
- Managed HOUSE BY RAY, showcasing not only homes, but also income-producing properties, e.g., duplexes for rental income or restaurants & stores for business profit.
- Built lasting relationships with clients through continuous communication and by providing a top-notch professional experience dedicated to their needs.
- Generated leads for potential buyers and sellers by hosting open houses, conducting market analysis, and networking within the community.
- Provided expert advice on property values, guiding clients to make informed decisions when buying or selling homes.
Realtor
John L. Scott Real Estate
Bellevue, Washington
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Developed and executed marketing plan consisting of social media ads, geographical farms, and teaching a first-time buyer class.
- Sold and bought 14 homes in the first 2 years of business.
- Recipient of President's Choice Award in 2017 based upon gross commission income.
Managing Attorney
Law Offices of Raymond F. Choi
Westminster, California
06.2008 - 03.2014
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the law firm, including client intake, case management, and administrative tasks.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract new clients and expand client base.
- Provided legal advice and representation to clients in various areas of law, such as family law, business law, and personal injury law.
- Handled client negotiations and settlement discussions.
- Represented clients in court hearings and trials to advocate for their legal rights and interests.
- Maintained current knowledge of legal trends and developments in relevant practice areas.
Associate Attorney
Law Offices of Larry H. Parker, Inc.
Long Beach, California
04.2007 - 06.2008
- Handled all stages of litigation in plaintiff personal injury cases under minimal supervision.
- Edited and signed complaints to be filed in court with the task of ensuring that all of the proper defendants and claims for damages, e.g., loss of earnings, were pled.
- Prepared and defended clients in deposition; deposed defendant drivers and witnesses.
- Propounded and responded to interrogatories, requests for admissions, and requests for production of documents.
- Wrote and argued motions (to compel discovery, to continue trial, to tax costs).
- Prepared mediation briefs and attended mediations.
Associate Attorney
Watten, Discoe, Bassett & McMains
Santa Ana, California
06.2006 - 11.2006
- Handled insurance defense cases for slip-and-fall and auto litigation.
- Prepared answers, demurrers and motions to strike.
- Prepared litigation memoranda to client insurance company apprising of litigation costs, legal issues, and the litigation plan of action.
- Took lead in deposing plaintiffs.
- Propounded and responded to all discovery.
- Corresponded with opposing counsel/insurance adjusters.
- Prepared all trial documents.
- Exercised discretion in the handling of cases, e.g., how much to offer in settlement based upon the work-up of the case, determination of what discovery methods and/or motions to employ, and deciding the particular exhibits to be used at trial.
Associate Attorney
Law Offices of James M. Hodges
Bellflower, California
04.2005 - 04.2006
- Supervised and handled a 15+ caseload in personal injury law and criminal defense.
- Was responsible for the overall management of cases from inception through appeal, and in the daily tasks of preparing complaints/answers, maintaining continual contact with clients and the opposing side, engaging in discovery, and preparing for trial.
- Tried one bench trial in a breach of contract and subrogation case.
- Attended arraignments, pre-trial hearings, plea, and sentencing for misdemeanor and felony cases.
- Negotiated plea bargains with deputy district attorneys.
Associate Attorney
Elliot, Snyder & Reid
Redlands, California
03.2004 - 03.2005
- Defended physicians and healthcare facilities in medical malpractice cases.
- Drafted and argued demurrers, motions to strike, and motions for summary judgment.
- Propounded and responded to all discovery.
- Deposed plaintiffs and percipient witnesses.
- Conferred with retained expert witnesses.
- Met with insurance representatives and physicians to apprise them of case status.
- Prepared supervising attorney for trial.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Western State University, College of Law
Fullerton, California05.2003
Double Major - Biology, Philosophy
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California06.2000
Skills
- Legal Research & Writing
- Client Communication & Service
- Negotiations & Advocacy
- Attention to Detail
- Produce Under Pressure
- Critical Analysis
- Problem solving
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Won President’s Elite Award for Sales Production His First Year at John L. Scott Real Estate
- Passed California Bar on His First Attempt
- Won Earl Warren Scholarship — Full Tuition Law Scholarship Based on LSAT Score
- Awarded Full Tuition & Board for Pre-Medicine Program at UCR
- Was Salutatorian of High School
Timeline
Realtor
Keller Williams Huntington Beach
09.2020 - 12.2023
Realtor
John L. Scott Real Estate
04.2017 - 06.2020
Managing Attorney
Law Offices of Raymond F. Choi
06.2008 - 03.2014
Associate Attorney
Law Offices of Larry H. Parker, Inc.
04.2007 - 06.2008
Associate Attorney
Watten, Discoe, Bassett & McMains
06.2006 - 11.2006
Associate Attorney
Law Offices of James M. Hodges
04.2005 - 04.2006
Associate Attorney
Elliot, Snyder & Reid
03.2004 - 03.2005
Juris Doctor -
Western State University, College of Law
Double Major - Biology, Philosophy
University of California, Riverside