William Hardy
Bear,DE
Summary
Exceptional law student with interest in personal injury and workers' compensation law. Proficient in legal research, legal writing and sharp understanding of civil litigation. Experience in negotiation with opposing counsel and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients, partners and personnel. Eager to demonstrate my leadership qualities and the ability to make critical decisions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Claims Specialist
State Farm
04.2022 - Current
- Applied knowledge of all lines of insurance policies (personal and commercial), procedural laws, statues, and insurance regulations when determining coverage, liability and damages.
- Review claims requiring specialized handling, including identifying issues that may require the use of independent experts, vendors, defense counsel and coverage counsel.
- Investigate, analyze, negotiate and conclude complex losses, including managing litigation.
- Manage and work with defense counsel in litigation proceedings to provide an effective defense to disputed claims.
Litigation Paralegal
Timian & Fawcett
08.2017 - 04.2022
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Revised legal documents such as motions, complaint, experts witnesses and drafted mediation statements.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Supervisor
United Parcel Service, UPS
08.2010 - 08.2017
- Train and supervise daily activities of package handlers and clerks to ensure that all assigned duties are accomplished safely and timely.
- Demonstrate cognitive reasoning and problem solving skills by assisting and managing employees through planning strategies for the operation and attending to customers' concerns.
- Coordinate work assignments for 5-7 employees for completing daily operations for packaging.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Education
J.D. -
Widener Delaware Law School
Wilmington, DE12.2025
MBA - Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Family Science
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2017
Skills
- Negotiation
- Civil Litigation
- Legal Research
- Organization & Time Management Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Communication
Timeline
Claims Specialist
State Farm
04.2022 - Current
Litigation Paralegal
Timian & Fawcett
08.2017 - 04.2022
Supervisor
United Parcel Service, UPS
08.2010 - 08.2017
J.D. -
Widener Delaware Law School
MBA - Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Family Science
University of Maryland - College Park
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