Tara E. Waterman, Esq.
South Wales,NY
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Schnitter Ciccarelli Mills, PLLC
07.2016 - Current
- Represents clients in civil litigation cases with emphasis on personal injury defense matters.
- Defends civil cases from from beginning to end, including preparation of pleadings, written discovery, site inspections, depositions, dispositive motion practice, appeals, trial and settlement.
- Handles insurance coverage disputes on behalf of insurers and insureds, including initiation and/or defense of actions seeking declaration of contract rights.
Attorney
Law Offices Of Laurie G. Ogden (Travelers)
03.2011 - 07.2015
- Defended Travelers' insureds in personal injury lawsuits, including handling of civil matters from commencement to jury trial.
- Managed complex case load effectively through collaboration with claims handlers and supervisors regarding defense and trial strategy.
- Gave presentations on various legal topics to legal and claims staff.
Attorney
Brown & Kelly, LLP
06.2005 - 03.2011
- Engaged in civil litigation personal injury matters, representing defendants and plaintiffs.
- Represented clients in connection with housing matters, criminal matters, custody matters and estate planning.
- Provided litigation support to other attorneys through drafting of pleadings, research and preparing motions and appellate briefs.
Law Clerk
Office Of The Attorney General Of The State Of New York
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Clerked for attorneys in Environmental Protection Bureau
- Legal research and writing, drafted pleadings and motions.
Education
J.D. - Magna Cum Laude
University At Buffalo Law School
Buffalo, NY2006
Bachelor of Arts - Magna Cum Laude
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY2003
Admissions
Fourth Judicial Department, 2007
Timeline
Attorney
Schnitter Ciccarelli Mills, PLLC
07.2016 - Current
Attorney
Law Offices Of Laurie G. Ogden (Travelers)
03.2011 - 07.2015
Attorney
Brown & Kelly, LLP
06.2005 - 03.2011
Law Clerk
Office Of The Attorney General Of The State Of New York
09.2004 - 06.2005
J.D. - Magna Cum Laude
University At Buffalo Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Magna Cum Laude
Buffalo State College
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