Quinntarra Morant
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Highly skilled legal professional with extensive experience in litigation, contract negotiation, and legal research. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs and priorities. Expertise in legal analysis, case strategy, and client advocacy, combined with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Reliable and results-driven, with proven track record of success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Attorney
Attorney
01.2016 - Current
- Represent clients in estate planning, quiet title actions, landlord-tenant disputes, and small business formation matters
- Draft and review legal documents, including Wills, Trusts, NDA’s, Deed Transfers, and Operating Agreements
- Handle real estate litigation, including quiet title actions and property disputes
- Assist landlords and tenants in navigating eviction proceedings, lease disputes, and rental property compliance
- Guide entrepreneurs and small business owners in entity formation, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance
- Develop and present legal education materials and seminars for solo practitioners and general public
- Supervise and mentor law students in clinic setting, overseeing estate planning document drafting for low-income families
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
Contract Attorney
Independent Contractor
01.2016 - Current
- Diligently evaluate complex e-discovery documents, utilizing relativity, mainframe, Microsoft word, and excel
- Compile discovery materials for impending litigation using analytical skills to determine responsiveness and privilege as dictated by client protocol
- Effectively manage time in order to meet stringent and tight deadlines imposed by Courts
Arbitrator/ Mediator
Arbitrator/Mediator
01.2016 - Current
- Conduct hearings, review direct testimony, and evidence and collaborate with a panel of three judges to issue reasoned decisions
- Educate parties on Alternate dispute Resolution process while serving as neutral third-party in dispute resolution collaborating with parties in civil legal disputes
- Appointed by Court as Expert Landlord Tenant Arbitrator
- Assisted clients in drafting agreements that accurately reflected negotiated terms and conditions of settlements.
- Facilitated negotiations for successful dispute resolution and improved relationships among stakeholders.
Associate Wealth Planner
PNC Wealth Management
09.2013 - 01.2016
- Designed estate planning and wealth preservation strategies by conducting financial risk assessments to optimize tax efficiency and asset protection for High-Worth (HNW) clients
- Strengthened team dynamics, by presenting techniques that can be utilized to achieve the clients’ objectives
- Generated written presentations- specifically- an exploration of the applicable uses of insurance planning for HNW clients
Credit & Budget Counselor
NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Provided counseling services to individuals to advance financial empowerment, and promote homeownership
- Fostered critical relationships with financial institutions, government officers, and neighborhood residents
- Developed and employed budget strategies and educational programs for community members
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Student Tax Clinician
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Advocated zealously on behalf of low-income taxpayers on all tax compliance and regulatory issues before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Executed and filed letters of representation, and IRS Forms: 2848 (Power of Attorney), 656 (Offer in Compromise)
Legal Intern
Meyer, Unkovic, & Scott
, PA
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Conducted extensive case law research on various contract issues
- Drafted legal memorandum for Motion for Summary Judgment on employment at will under PA law
Taxpayer Education Specialist
Department of the Treasury
, PA
11.2008 - 08.2009
- Counseled individual customers on various aspects of tax law compliance, including deductions, credits, and IRS procedures
- Arranged and initiated payment agreements so that customers could gain financial freedom and stability
Education
Juris Doctor -
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Pittsburgh, PA05.2012
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
Duquesne University, A.J. Palumbo School of Business
Pittsburgh, PA05.2008
Skills
- Legal writing
- Settlement negotiation
- Client counseling
- Legal compliance
- Estate planning
- Creative and critical thinking
- Legal document preparation
Accomplishments
Past Chair for the Homer S. Brown Division of the Allegheny County Bar Association (ACBA), Executive Council of the Women in Law Division of the ACBA, Board of Governors for the ACBA, Urban League Young Professionals
National Black Lawyers 40 under 40 (2023 and 2024)
Pittsburgh PUMP 40 under 40 (2024)
Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest
Community Professional Affiliations Awards
- Past Chair for the Homer S. Brown Division of the Allegheny County Bar Association (ACBA)
- Executive Council of the Women In Law Division of the ACBA
- Board of Governors for the ACBA
- Urban League Young Professional
- National Black Lawyers 40 under 40 (2023 and 2024)
- Pittsburgh PUMP 40 under 40 (2024)
- Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest
Certification
- Juris Doctor (JD) - Accredited Law School.
Timeline
Attorney
Attorney
01.2016 - Current
Contract Attorney
Independent Contractor
01.2016 - Current
Arbitrator/ Mediator
Arbitrator/Mediator
01.2016 - Current
Associate Wealth Planner
PNC Wealth Management
09.2013 - 01.2016
Credit & Budget Counselor
NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania
06.2013 - 09.2013
Student Tax Clinician
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
08.2011 - 05.2012
Legal Intern
Meyer, Unkovic, & Scott
06.2010 - 08.2010
Taxpayer Education Specialist
Department of the Treasury
11.2008 - 08.2009
Juris Doctor -
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -
Duquesne University, A.J. Palumbo School of Business
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