Performs high level examinations of state-chartered credit unions in Iowa. Specializing in legal and consumer compliance of financial institutions. Serves as a specialty and problem case officer while providing small institution resources.

The Iowa Division of Credit Unions is the state agency responsible for overseeing state-chartered credit unions in Iowa. The IDCU mission is to safeguard the interests of credit union depositors and shareholders through the effective administration and execution of the laws relating to credit unions. Represents the State of Iowa in the interpretation and application of Iowa State laws and applicable Federal laws with respect to Iowa state-chartered credit unions. Evaluates and answers applications submitted by credit unions, consumer complaints, and requests for public information. Serves as an executive agency lobbyist to the Iowa Legislature.

Associate Attorneys have a plethora of responsibilities including serving and answering discovery, drafting motions and petitions, responding to client concerns, researching and advising clients regarding applicable laws, presenting arguments at hearings, taking depositions, and more. Associate Attorneys assist Partner Attorneys in case management, preparation for trial, drafting settlement documents, and attending court appearances on their behalf.

Judicial clerkships are considered prestigious and competitive employment opportunities for recent graduates. Judicial clerkships are generally term positions. As a federal judicial clerk for the Honorable John A. Jarvey, I performed legal research and drafted orders for motions filed in pending litigation. I worked individually and as part of a team. I was responsible for performing administrative tasks during court hearings and jury trials. I also reviewed Social Security Disability appeals and drafted appellate decisions.

Position requires extensive knowledge of the Bluebook and the Redbook Manual Legal Style, a high degree of organization, computer skills, and attention to detail. The Senior Managing Editor (SME) contributes to the production of a high quality Journal by checking all pieces to be published for technical accuracy. The SME ensures that every citation is in proper Bluebook form and accurately reflects the cited source. The SME serves as a resource for writing style, tone, structure, and ensures consistency throughout the Journal. The position also requires the ability to manage and enforce deadlines, communicate effectively, and maintain professional relationships with authors and publishers.http://blogs.law.uiowa.edu/jgrj/?page_id=25

Drafted trial briefs, prepared for depositions, researched and drafted memos on all areas of the law. Investigated, researched, prepared, and filed IRS form 14135 for discharge of a federal tax lien.

Researched and drafted judicial rulings for Judges Lekar, Bower, and Harris. Primarily focused on summary judgments, terminations of parental rights, and motions in limine. Assisted Judge Bower in a two week medical malpractice jury trial.

Responsibilities included filing motions, preparing exhibits, clerical assignments, and closing files..

Responsibilities included researching and drafting judicial rulings, case management, attending trials, and preparing daily motion orders.