Thomas Kennedy
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Rios Law Firm
Albuquerque, New Mexico
10.2025 - Current
- Draft complaints, discovery requests, dispute letters, responses, summary judgment motions, and response motions to support case development
- Conduct legal research and engage in motion practice to strengthen case arguments
- Prepare cases for litigation while collaborating with litigation paralegals to ensure comprehensive case support
Associate Attorney
Madison, Mroz, Steinman, Kenny, Olexy
Albuquerque, New Mexico
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Drafted memos, motions, pleadings, and discovery requests to support case strategies
- Attended depositions and court hearings to gather evidence and provide legal representation
- Conducted legal research to address specific case issues and inform legal arguments
Law Clerk
Bee Ready Law Group
Mineola, New York
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Drafted complaints, memos, and reply briefs to support attorneys in case preparation
- Reviewed and organized discovery materials to facilitate attorney case strategies
- Assisted in the research of issues involving zoning, labor, and municipality laws
Law Clerk
Rios Law Firm
Albuquerque, New Mexico
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted research on various personal injury issues to inform case strategy and legal arguments
- Prepared discovery requests and responded to opposing counsel's inquiries to facilitate case progression
- Drafted complaints for personal injury cases, focusing on automobile accidents and medical malpractice, to support litigation efforts
Workers Compensation Claims Adjuster
Employer's Mutual Casualty
Minneapolis, Minnesota
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Collected detailed statements from insureds, claimants, and witnesses to support thorough investigation of claims
- Identified recovery opportunities and pursued claim resolution strategies
- Initiated contact with insureds and claimants to gather information on claims, managing up to $100,000 in total weekly insurance claims
Service Volunteer
Jesuit Volunteer Corps
Albuquerque, New Mexico
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Engaged with 400 individuals daily facing homelessness, providing support and resources
- Created and launched housing programs addressing needs of individuals experiencing homelessness
- Facilitated community service projects for diverse populations and organizations.
- Collaborated with local partners to address social justice issues effectively.
- Coordinated volunteer training sessions to enhance participant skills and engagement.
Student Athlete and Manager
Holy Cross Basketball
Worcester, Massachusetts
09.2013 - 05.2017
- Assisted coaches and players with workouts
- Devoted approximately about 25 hours per week to practice, weight training, and games
- Competed in Patriot League and NCAA Tournament
Education
Juris Doctor -
University of New Mexico School of Law
Albuquerque, New Mexico05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
College of the Holy Cross
Worcester, Massachusetts12-2017
Skills
- Complaint drafting
- Motion practice
- Discovery management
- Litigation preparation
- Case analysis
- Team collaboration
- Legal research
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Rios Law Firm
10.2025 - Current
Associate Attorney
Madison, Mroz, Steinman, Kenny, Olexy
09.2024 - 10.2025
Law Clerk
Bee Ready Law Group
05.2023 - 08.2023
Law Clerk
Rios Law Firm
06.2022 - 05.2023
Workers Compensation Claims Adjuster
Employer's Mutual Casualty
10.2018 - 07.2021
Service Volunteer
Jesuit Volunteer Corps
08.2017 - 07.2018
Student Athlete and Manager
Holy Cross Basketball
09.2013 - 05.2017
Juris Doctor -
University of New Mexico School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
College of the Holy Cross