Stephen Schwartz
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Results-driven legal professional known for strong analytical skills and persuasive legal writing. Experienced in supporting clients through effective appellate advocacy and dedicated to fostering student engagement in legal education.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lecturer (Part-time & Periodic)
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, Michigan
09.1994 - 04.2010
- Created comprehensive course materials for various subjects in higher education.
- Delivered engaging lectures to boost student understanding and participation.
- Courses taught include Administrative Law (master's level course), American Legal System, American Government, Criminal law, Employment Law & Consumer Law
Appellate Attorney
Lacey & Jones
Detroit & Birmingham, Michigan
09.1979 - 02.1990
- Presented persuasive oral arguments in Michigan appellate courts supporting client interests.
- Prepared comprehensive legal briefs highlighting essential arguments and precedents.
- Conducted educational sessions on workers' compensation law trends at state bar annual meeting.
Research Attorney & Law Clerk
Michigan Court of Appeals
Lansing & Detroit, Michigan
08.1977 - 08.1979
- Provided periodic support as court commissioner, offering research and recommendations in discretionary appeals.
- Researched legal issues and submitted comprehensive reports with recommendations to judges regarding outcomes in appeals by right.
- As law clerk to Judge Walter Cynar, reviewed research reports & briefs of litigants, provided additional research and analysis and drafted legal opinions for the Judge based on his determination of outcome.
Instructor of Legal Research & Writing
University of Toledo College of Law
Toledo, Ohio
09.1976 - 04.1977
- Mentored students in legal research techniques and professional writing skills.
- Prepared instruction through lesson plans to address student's assessed needs, goals and objectives.
- Planned instruction to achieve objectives based upon student needs and established curriculum.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Michigan Law School
Ann Arbor, MI04-1976
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI04-1971
Skills
- Legal Writing
- Legal Research
- Legal Analysis
- Course development
- Exam Writing
- Academic Publication
Certification
Michigan Bar (P27112)---No longer active
Timeline
Lecturer (Part-time & Periodic)
Eastern Michigan University
09.1994 - 04.2010
Appellate Attorney
Lacey & Jones
09.1979 - 02.1990
Research Attorney & Law Clerk
Michigan Court of Appeals
08.1977 - 08.1979
Instructor of Legal Research & Writing
University of Toledo College of Law
09.1976 - 04.1977
J.D. - Law
University of Michigan Law School
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Michigan