SIMONE G. GRANDE

• Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
• Provided legal advice to businesses involved in multiple types of litigation.
• Resolved post-judgment litigation settlements and default judgment orders in favor of clients.
• Drafted [Type] documents on clients' behalf by balancing objectives and legal requirements and prohibitions.
• Analyzed information gathered by investigation and reported findings and recommendations.
• Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, and physical property damage to determine extent of liability.
• Prepared [Type] documents for managers or legal personnel.
• Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
• Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
• Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
• Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
• Prepared accurate pleadings, motions and briefs for review by partner attorneys.
• Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
• Filed legal documents promptly and accurately with local, state and federal courts.
• Summarized deposition transcripts and case materials for senior review.
• Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.

• Researched Enterprise Risk Management practices in the oil and gas industry
• Drafted summary memorandums on Securities and Exchange Commission decisions
• Researched Carbon Capture and Sequestration operations throughout the United States.
• Created and prepared legal drafts by organizing and assembling information for legal documents and forms.
• Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
• Supported legal team by conducting research, drafting briefs, gathering information and interpreting legal documents.
• Investigated facts and laws to determine strategies for case preparation.

• Researched Medicare Part B reimbursement under the 21st Century Cures Act and drafted a memorandum
• Reviewed and drafted vendor contract templates for Home Health Care and Hospice lines of business
• Participated in contract negotiations.
• Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
• Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
• Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitated communication between involved parties to enable timely contract sign-off.
• Streamlined operations by developing and implementing improved contract management processes.
• Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
• Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
• Liaised with different departments to coordinate information and data gathering for contract development.

• Identify and research potentially eligible applicants for sentence reduction under the Domestic
• Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA)
• Respond to pro-se related questions and concerns from New York State inmates
• Read and summarized notable decisions regarding appellate litigation for statewide distribution.
• Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
• Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
• Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
• Researched law literature, databases and public information to investigate case issues.
• Served as legal team's liaison with other immigration-related service providers to improve quality of client services.
• Liaised with coworkers and immigration candidates to answer questions, resolve issues and explain immigration policy.

• Prepare resentencing motions under the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA)
• Investigate and research substantive issues related to DVJSA, interview inmate clients, and respond to inmates’ legal questions and concerns
• Research and draft the initial set of procedural rules to investigate police misconduct for the
• Rochester Police Accountability Board.
• Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
• Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Assisted clients in formation, governance and dissolution of businesses.
• Represented clients in administrative proceedings before government agencies.
• Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Conducted interviews with witnesses and clients.
• Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
• Carefully documented statements, observations, and evidentiary materials.
• Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
• Developed system to support [Type] applications through collection, integration and management of data.
• Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
• Upheld all university and regulatory requirements for documentation of findings.
• Used [Type] methods of investigation to research [Type] topics in depth.
• Analyzed data to determine which theory to select for further research.
• Compiled data in reports and other documents using [Software].

• Researched jurisdictional requirements under the Hobbs Act and drafted a memorandum for AUSA in preparation for a jury trial
• Researched COVID-related compassion release criteria and assisted AUSA in responding to a motion for release of prisoner
• Attended a telephone detention hearing with AUSA concerning a gun trafficking charge.
• Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.

The AUSA will review and analyze allegations of criminal civil rights violations; develop strategies for investigations; coordinate with federal law enforcement agencies to ensure that cases are investigated thoroughly and effectively; develop testimonial and documentary evidence rele0vant to cases; present evidence to federal grand juries; identify relevant legal issues in cases and investigations; recommend for or against federal prosecution; meet and confer with officials from the Department of Justice, other federal, state, and local government agencies, and interested non-governmental organizations; and establish good working relationships with partners and federal investigative agencies nationwide.

In addition, the AUSA will prepare and present cases for prosecution, to include preparing grand jury authorization requests, prosecution summaries, and indictment recommendations; preparing indictments, motions, pleadings, and briefs; conducting pretrial discovery and motions practice; developing testimonial and documentary evidence for trial; and conducting every aspect of trial preparation and trial presentation in federal criminal trials in jurisdictions across the United States.

The AUSA will also handle non-litigation matters that arise in relation to the Division's mission of investigating and prosecuting criminal civil rights and cases. These non-litigation duties might include participating in strategy and coordination meetings; conducting legal trainings, public presentations, and other forms of outreach; meeting with interested persons regarding prosecutorial decisions; and other non-litigation duties.

• Began as an AmeriCorps service member
• Accepted a full-time paralegal position in the Public Benefits unit
• Transitioned to the Disability unit
• Received advanced training on Temporary Assistance, Food Stamps,
• Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security disability benefits.
• Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
• Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
• Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
• Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
• Utilized grant writing skills to secure additional program funding.
• Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
• Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance.
• Reviewed applications for different aid programs and determined which qualification criteria for individuals.
• Built relationships with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful program implementation.
• Trained staff on current eligibility requirements and policies.
• Established databases to track, analyze and automate eligibility application processes.
• Assisted clients with accurate eligibility form, application and document completion.
• Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
• Wrote job orders from employers to record accurate description of required job duties, working hours and wages.
• Used computer-aided guidance packages such as skills assessment tools, career planners, psychometric tests and personal inventories to assist clients in determining strengths and weaknesses.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Performed needs analysis to obtain information required to make appropriate health insurance product recommendations.
• Verified insurance coverage by telephone and online to guarantee proper reimbursement of benefits and estimate patients' financial responsibilities.
• Compiled and maintained client records to monitor health insurance policies and premiums paid.
• Used [Software] to process benefit transactions.
• Answered inbound calls from existing and future policyholders to answer inquiries and discuss insurance options.
• Educated clients about health insurance coverage options, benefits and costs.

• Banking
• Began as a, position
• Promoted to Assistant Branch Manager
• Supervised daily branch operations and managed a staff of five tellers.
• Evaluated client financial positions and identified most appropriate banking products.
• Balanced teller drawers and ATM cash.
• Opened, closed, and updated accounts for customers.
• Managed escalated phone calls by applying conflict resolutions skills and extensive knowledge of bank policies, products, and services.
• Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications, and signing up for new services.
• Referred customers to other banking departments for specialized services.

Buffalo Human Rights Law Review, Publications Editor Charles S. Desmond Moot Court Competition, Semi-Finalist

• Extracurricular Activities: [Activity]
• Elected to [Elected Position] for [Student Organization, Fraternity or Sorority] in [Year]
• Research Project: [Project Name], [Project Results Statement]
• [Honor's Society Name] Member
• [Student Organization or Club Name] Member

• Dean's List [Semester and Year]
• Honor Roll [Semester and Year]
• [Scholarship Name] Scholarship Recipient
• Study Abroad: [Location], [Subject]