Thurmond Brooker
Florence,SC
Summary
Accomplished Attorney with a proven track record at Brooker Law Firm, adept in case management and legal writing. Excelled in fostering collaborative dispute resolutions and strategizing for optimal client outcomes. Skilled in oral debate, showcasing significant trial experience and a results-driven approach.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Brooker Law Firm
01.2003 - Current
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
- Conducted thorough due diligence investigations to uncover critical information pertinent to clients'' legal matters.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
- Interviewed and selected jurors to verify competency and lack of biases, presenting challenges for cause to dismiss unfit candidates.
- Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
- Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
- Reviewed and analyzed pertinent state and federal laws and legal precedents.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Developed strategies for court proceedings and negotiations.
- Prepared and filed pleadings, motions and other legal documents in court proceedings.
- Advocated for clients before court in oral argument by presenting facts and evidence in most favorable light.
- Participated in mediation sessions leading to cost-effective resolutions without resorting to lengthy trial procedures.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
Associate Counsel
Hyman Law Firm
08.1999 - 12.2022
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Participated in mediation sessions leading to cost-effective resolutions without resorting to lengthy trial procedures.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Filed timely case pleadings to meet firm deadlines.
- Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
Education
J.D. - Law
The Capital Univeristy
Columbus, OH05.1998
Skills
- Case Management
- Trial experience
- Oral debate
- Legal writing
Timeline
Attorney
Brooker Law Firm
01.2003 - Current
Associate Counsel
Hyman Law Firm
08.1999 - 12.2022
J.D. - Law
The Capital Univeristy
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