SeBryna Coffey
Summary
Dedicated legal professional with a comprehensive skill set encompassing human resources, law, and policy. Adept in program management, legal analysis, and analytical research, offering a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions. Known for strong organizational abilities, excelling in managing competing demands and fostering collaboration across departments. Specialized experience in human resource management, policy analysis, contract negotiation, and agile project management. Seeking to leverage expertise to contribute to dynamic legal environments and drive positive outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Analyst
U.S. Department Of State
07.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded designated human resource programs, ensuring effective planning, administration, and coordination
- Resolved complex problems, aligning actions with organizational goals to achieve optimal outcomes
- Conducted thorough policy analysis, providing recommendations for resolving sensitive and controversial matters
- Developed clear and concise communication documents, demonstrating proficiency in legal analysis and case law
- Collaborated with legal teams to deliver findings, supporting attorneys with investigations and written communication.
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Department Of State
05.2015 - 07.2022
- Provided legal support to attorneys in formulating, influencing, and implementing policy and operational changes
- Conducted extensive research into legislative history, decisions, and opinions in legal matters
- Managed and filed case documents with federal courts
- Performed records management and administered contract databases.
Legal SharePoint Administrator
Keysight Technologies Inc.
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Administered Legal SharePoint database, centralizing contract repository for streamlined accessibility
- Drafted and negotiated contracts related to mergers/acquisitions, showcasing contract management and negotiation skills
- Conducted comprehensive contract reviews, identifying key issues, and negotiated favorable terms.
- Developed scripts and processes for data integration and maintenance.
Project Manager/Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Department of State
10.2005 - 05.2015
- Planned and managed projects, assessed risks and opportunities, created budgets, and communicated with government clients
- Hired and trained legal staff and contractors, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely project completion
- Managed and streamlined FOIA requests utilizing FOIAXpress
- Prepared privacy compliance documentation consistent with the Privacy Act
- Performed extensive research utilizing legal databases, including the United States Code, Code of Federal Regulations, Lexis/Nexis, Westlaw, PACER, and the Foreign Affairs Manual.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Global College
Paralegal Certification -
Howard University
Federal Human Resources Training -
USDA Graduate School
NARA Records Management Certification
National Archives
AWS Cloud Practitioner
Amazon
Project Management
Google
Skills
- Human Resources Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Legal Research and Analysis
- Program Management
- Records Management
- E-Discovery
- Litigation Support
- Policy Analysis
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, LexisNexis, Relativity, FOIAXpress, Adobe Acrobat
Timeline
Management Analyst
U.S. Department Of State
07.2022 - Current
Legal SharePoint Administrator
Keysight Technologies Inc.
11.2020 - 06.2022
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Department Of State
05.2015 - 07.2022
Project Manager/Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Department of State
10.2005 - 05.2015
Bachelor’s Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Maryland Global College
Paralegal Certification -
Howard University
Federal Human Resources Training -
USDA Graduate School
NARA Records Management Certification
National Archives
AWS Cloud Practitioner
Amazon
Project Management
Google
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