Ryan Mara
Worcester,MA
Summary
Versatile legal professional with a strong foundation in both civil litigation and corporate governance. Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, handle high-volume case management, and conduct rigorous legal research. Eager to leverage this multifaceted experience to advance civil justice and deliver impactful legal advocacy
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Law Clerk
Higgins, Cavanaugh, Cooney LLP
Providence, USA
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Performed senior-level law clerk responsibilities within a prominent civil litigation firm, working side-by-side with Partners and Attorneys on complex defense matters.
- Managed high volume of case materials, serving as central research resource for legal team to support case strategy.
- Assisted with case management operations, enhancing workflow and coordination within prominent civil litigation firm.
Law Clerk
GCORP Management LLC
Lakeville, USA
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Served as sole Law Clerk for corporate parent management company, delivering legal support for diverse subsidiaries, including real estate brokerage and commercial cannabis operation.
- Oversaw legal operations for diverse subsidiaries, including real estate and cannabis sectors.
- Supported executive leadership with legal guidance on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract management.
Legal Intern
DARROW EVERETT
Providence, USA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted extensive legal research on various business law issues and drafted corporate contracts.
- Assisted in discovery process and drafted formal court filings, including complaints, to facilitate case progression.
- Collaborated with law clerks to enhance support for corporate and litigation practices.
- Managed entity maintenance by preparing and submitting compliance documents to ensure compliance with state regulations.
Vice President
GCORP Management LLC
Lakeville, USA
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Researched town bylaws and regulations from the CCC (935.CMR. 500 – 502).
- Located a dispensary and cultivation facility site in accordance with those bylaws.
- Monitored cannabis bylaw changes across Massachusetts to ensure compliance and inform strategic decision-making.
- Pulled property cards and abutter lists for town meetings.
- Developed Standard Operating Procedures for cannabis intake, manifests, and cultivation practices, enhancing operational consistency and regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated drafting of articles of incorporation, ensuring legal compliance and facilitating business formation.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, RI05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, cum laude
Dean College
Franklin, MA05-2017
Skills
- Contract drafting
- Legal research
- Litigation support
- Regulatory adherence
- Corporate governance
- Case management
Legal Experience
- GCORP Management LLC, Lakeville, MA, Law Clerk, 08/21, 07/24, Served as the sole Law Clerk for a corporate parent management company overseeing a diverse portfolio of subsidiaries, including a real estate brokerage and a commercial cannabis operation., Provided comprehensive legal support to executive leadership across corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and contract management.
- DARROW EVERETT, Providence, RI, Legal Intern, 05/22, 08/22, Collaborated within a team of law clerks to support the firm's corporate and litigation practices., Conducted extensive legal research on various business law issues and drafted corporate contracts., Managed entity maintenance by preparing and submitting compliance documents directly to the Secretary of State., Assisted in the discovery process and drafted formal court filings, including complaints.
Accomplishments
- Cum Laude Graduate, Dean College
Timeline
Lead Law Clerk
Higgins, Cavanaugh, Cooney LLP
06.2025 - 01.2026
Legal Intern
DARROW EVERETT
05.2022 - 08.2022
Law Clerk
GCORP Management LLC
08.2021 - 07.2024
Vice President
GCORP Management LLC
08.2017 - 07.2021
Juris Doctor -
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, cum laude
Dean College