Salim Punjani
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic attorney with a proven track record at Campione Law PA, adept in court-appointed/private mediation and negotiating. Excelled in corporate legal issues and commercial litigation, generating significant client growth. Skilled in case analysis and discovery processes, I've led teams to achieve remarkable outcomes, blending hard and soft skills to exceed employer expectations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Campione Law PA
Orlando, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Opened satellite office, managed client meetings and staffing.
- Conducted and oversaw legal proceedings including depositions and mediations.
- Recruited new team member while managing limited budget constraints.
- Explained legal statutes, rulings, and regulations to clients.
Attorney
Morgan & Morgan
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Handled all day-to-day pre-litigation work
- Guided clients through the case process and while updating them on recent case law changes
- Completed the Flip-to-Lit approval while obtaining clients permission
- Oversaw settlement negotiations and the formation of demand packages
- Managed a team of 15 Case Managers (12 located in Daytona beach)
- Prepared for, prepared client for, and attended EUOs, PIP statements, and recorded statements
- Prepared for, attended, and handled global settlement conferences with clients in attendance
- Guided clients through the case process and update them on recent case law changes
- Managed the release of approval process
- Drafted and filed pre-litigation documents
Attorney
DSK Law Group
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Handled depositions and motions for litigation cases
- Worked heavily in Litigation, for example, drafted various types of litigation documents including petitions, motions, appellate briefs, legal memorandums, settlement agreements, employment documents and general releases
- Prepared for and took depositions of individuals, including but not limited to, corporate representatives, defendants, employees, employers, claims adjusters, and doctors
- Attended mediations with adjusters after completing Pre-mediation Report
- Took depositions of Plaintiff, defendant, Police officer on scene and any doctors or experts needed
Attorney
The Morgan Law Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Started and developed the social security disability department, the Veterans’ disability department, as well as the Workers Compensation department in the State of Florida
- Remotely Managed all aspects of all claims with unknown staff
- Generated many clients for the firm during remote employment
- Participated in Attorney meetings and brain storming sessions
- Drafted many forms and contracts for the firm to finalize and use
Attorney
The Michael Reese Law Firm
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared for, meet with client, and attended social security hearings, for Social Security Cases, as well as Veterans Law cases
- Worked heavily in Workers Compensation Litigation, for example, drafted various types of litigation documents including petitions, motions, appellate briefs, legal memorandums, settlement agreements, employment documents and general releases
- Prepared for and took depositions of individuals, including but not limited to, corporate representatives, defendants, employees, employers, claims adjusters, and doctors
Attorney
Anidjar and Levine
01.2018 - 12.2018
- I joined the firm a few weeks before being involved in a serious car accident the accident
- Client intake phone calls for potential cases I was to handle, worked with the firm partners on special projects, generated over $20,000.00 of business within the first week of joining the firm
- Researched recent case law changes and its implications for the firm’s cases and potential clients
- Discussed trial strategies with the Partner and discussed (after researching) recent case law changes and its implications for the firm’s cases and potential clients
- Prepared pleadings (briefs, motions, subpoenas, settlement document) as well as prepared discovery for trial
Attorney
The Berman Law Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Led marketing campaigns in various regions of the U.S., developed client and community relationships, built our network of experts and referral sources, and generated business in all areas of law
- Started and developed the social security disability department, the Veterans’ disability department, as well as the first party property damage claims department in the State of Florida and Texas
- Responsible for cultivating business relationships with attorneys and firms throughout the U.S., including but not limited to, Georgia, Florida, and Texas
- Handled various claims, such as, personal injury, workers’ compensation, social security disability, business contracts and/or shareholder agreements, and wage and hour or overtime claims
Attorney
Morgan and Morgan, PA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed all aspects of disability claims throughout the entire nation – including preparing briefs, managing client conferences and preparing clients for hearings
- Attended and successfully argued disability claims at hearings
- Trained and supervised staff members regarding case development, client briefing, and hearing strategies
- Helped tweak and strengthen the firm’s marketing strategy, including, increasing local community involvement and nationwide development plans
Attorney
The Coye Law Firm, PA
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Managed the firm’s worker’s compensation department which included meeting with and signing clients, managing and training staff, meeting revenue goals, overseeing expenditures, litigation strategy, attending mediations, attending and taking depositions (client and experts), sitting first chair for final hearings, and filing appeals
- Litigated personal injury claims, employment discrimination claims, social security disability claims, Veteran’s disability claims, and wage and hour/overtime claims
- Drafted various types of litigation documents including petitions, motions, appellate briefs, legal memorandums, settlement agreements, employment documents and general releases
- Prepared for and took depositions of individuals, including but not limited to, corporate representatives, defendants, employees, employers, claims adjusters, and doctors
- Drafted employment contracts, reviewed employment policies, and advised employers and employees regarding their rights in areas of labor and employment, wrongful termination, discrimination, ERISA, ADA, and other aspects of employment rights and procedures
- Participated in different aspects of the firms marketing plans, including but not limited to, website development, television commercials, online leads, and local marketing
Education
Juris Doctor -
Barry University School of Law
01.2010
BA - Psychology
Emory University
01.2007
Skills
- Court appointed mediation/private mediation
- Negotiating
- Corporate and business legal issues
- Primary authority research
- Commercial litigation experience
- Case analysis
- Discovery processes
Licensure Admissions Awards
- Admitted to practice in the State of Florida and the US District Court of the Middle and Southern of District Florida
- Admitted to practice in the District of Columbia
- Received the '10 Best Labor and Employment Law Attorney' Award in 2016-2019 for client satisfaction by the American Institute of Legal Counsel
- Recognized as one of the Premier 100 trial attorneys by the National Academy of Jurisprudence
- Awarded Top 40 under 40 by the National trial lawyers
Timeline
Attorney
Campione Law PA
01.2024 - Current
Attorney
Morgan & Morgan
01.2023 - 01.2024
Attorney
DSK Law Group
01.2022 - 01.2023
Attorney
The Morgan Law Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
Attorney
The Michael Reese Law Firm
01.2019 - 01.2021
Attorney
Anidjar and Levine
01.2018 - 12.2018
Attorney
The Berman Law Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
Attorney
Morgan and Morgan, PA
01.2015 - 01.2017
Attorney
The Coye Law Firm, PA
01.2010 - 01.2015
Juris Doctor -
Barry University School of Law
BA - Psychology
Emory University
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