Kelly Foster-Colanino Email & Phone Number

Woburn, Ma

• Underwriting counsel focusing on title (analyzing commitment requirements and crafting solutions) as well as review and analyze ALTA Surveys• Work with Customer Ground Legal to expand compounds, analyze potential encroachments, and craft solutions that advance the goals of the customer• Apply state law to a variety of title issues, not limited to probate law, statutes of limitations for liens, joint ownership, and future interest rights in all 50 states• Resolve title curative issues by obtaining documentation and/or drafting curative instruments• Work with internal customers and property owners in order to resolve title and survey issues• Work with external title and survey companies in curing title and survey defects• Conduct ground lease reviews for acquisitions• Prepare legal analysis of and negotiate resolution of property owner transactions, and customer requests relating to terminations, renewals, and assignments• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve satisfaction issues with property owners

Stoughton, Ma

Real Estate▸Provide legal guidance on real estate purchasing, selling, and leasing to clients. ▸Investigate property history and zoning laws prior to closing. ▸ Prepare Title Orders for Lenders and enter said title requests into E-Closing. ▸ Draft various documents such as Purchase and Sale Agreements, Deeds, Powers of Attorney, Affidavits, Amendments, Mortgage Discharges, and Formation of a Trust. ▸ Analyze property documents to identify possible fraud, assess legal risks, and develop remedial measures if needed.▸ Experienced with Land Court and the process of foreclosing on a purchased tax title. ▸ Extensive knowledge on short sales and the pre-foreclosure process. ▸ Draft and file all documents required for a Summary Process Action. Drafted and negotiated settlement between landlords and tenants in and out of court.Business Law ─ Investors and Entrepreneurs ▸ Explain laws and regulations to clients surrounding their specific niche in business. ▸ Assist in business planning and formation and explain business law to management. ▸ Draft and negotiate LLC Operating Agreements, Contracts, Promissory Notes and Private Money Mortgages. ▸ Perform legal research and analysis regarding property law, civil law, construction law, secured transaction law, employment law, and environmental law. ▸ Provide advise to entrepreneurs and small businesses on bringing forth and defending lawsuits. Personal Injury▸ Analyze investigative findings and develop strong argument strategies. ▸ Draft and deliver demand packages to insurance carriers and defense counsel. ▸ Interact and negotiate with insurance companies for claim settlement and dispute resolution. ▸ Extensive knowledge of PIP law in Massachusetts as well as Medicare and MassHealth procedures. ▸ Draft and file pleadings and discovery documents for use in court. Employment Law Paralegal▸ Investigated facts and conducted legal research. ▸ Received and responded to subpoenas and other legal requests.

Abstracted title for several firmsRecorded property closing documentation in the Registry of Deeds for several firms across MassachusettsComposed a variety of motions for attorneys to submit to Circuit Court within deadlines. Researched civil and criminal legal issues for attorneys as well as ensure that all case law used in writings is current.Assisted attorneys in compiling and organizing large quantities of legal research for litigation.

District Court 52-4 Troy

▸ Researched points of law and drafted judicial opinions.▸ Mediated small claims disputes including breach of contract and landlord/tenant issues. ▸ Communicated with attorneys and pro se litigants/defendants regarding case management and procedural requirements. ▸ Trained and supervised the Judge's summer intern on all matters relating to motions, court process, as well as civil and criminal law. ▸ Assisted Judge in courtroom proceedings including pretrial conferences, motion sessions, and trials. ▸ Assessed eligibility of Drug Court Applicants and assisted in the Drug Court Proceedings. ▸ Oversaw and conducted jury interactions during criminal and civil trials. ▸ Kept abreast of changes in the law and informed the Judge when pending cases were affected by such changes. ▸ Reviewed docket to ensure adequate progress.

Lansing, Michigan Area

▸ Assisted in conducting large-scale real estate transactions including drafting Mortgages, Security Agreements, Contracts, Regulatory Agreements and Mortgage Discharges, and various agency-required documents.▸ Reviewed and interpreted surveys, site plans and architectural designs to ensure compliance with local zoning ordinances and issue permits as well as grants.▸ Drafted agreements, including affordable housing agreements, contracts, notes, etc; negotiate final form documents and conduct closings; submit documents to supervisor for review and incorporate necessary additions and changes. Oversee preparation, proofreading and production of final documents and closings▸Responded to Civil Rights Complaints filed against the Authority including conducting an investigation and establishing a record consisting of facts and documents to support a response. ▸Gained familiarity with Fair Housing Laws, Section 8 requirements, and local landlord/tenant laws. ▸Assisted in agency response to Freedom of Information Act Requests. ▸ Analyzed housing requirements for below average income families and investigated appeals by applicants to ensure compliance with disability and discrimination laws. ▸ Analyzed and applied state and federal statutes relating to various housing issues. ▸ Conducted legal research and wrote accompanying legal memoranda on a variety of agency issues, including but not limited to real estate sales, title searches, lease agreements, affordable housing, loans, mortgages, zoning matters, and other land use matters. Interpreted and applied regulations, statutes, and other city, state, and federal requirements and guidelines to a variety of situations. ▸ Frequently analyze and apply the Michigan Administrative Procedures Act to issues including rule promulgation, contested case hearings, and the appeals process.

Lansing, Michigan Area

State Historic Preservation Office▸ Gained Thorough knowledge of technical ordinances, codes, and regulations pertaining to land use, zoning, and historic preservation. ▸ Gained knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices, and techniques of urban planning and development. ▸ Assisted in developing and implementing strategic visions for community development that were in line with Michigan's vision, goals, and objectives. ▸ Experienced in the areas of land use and development, easements, administrative appeals from denial of funding, contracts, placemaking, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), and RFPs and Procurement.

▸ Attended public hearings and committee meetings to document key points or decisions and summarize that information to supervisor. ▸Monitored and reported on legislation as it moved through the process both on the federal level and on the state level. ▸ Maintained large legislative database for my two sections: Immigration and Health and Human Services.

Grayslake, Il

Legislative Staff▸ Assisted with constituent casework by crafting and delivering detailed communications on behalf of the State Senator on a multitude of topics. ▸ Performed research and compiled summaries to staff and the Senator prior to and after events and speaking engagements. ▸ Assisted with administrative tasks including grant writing and budget review. ▸ Planned events including securing venues, catering, hotel reservations, event materials and registration. ▸ Drafted position letters and fact sheets to be distributed to constituents through mass mailing and events. ▸ Worked with lobbyists, constituents and nonprofits to introduce legislation. ▸ Assisted in mediating and resolving conflicts between constituents and state agencies. Campaign Staff▸ Participated in field research and created field presence by identifying, recruiting, training, and managing volunteers. ▸ Established voter contact through phone-banks and door-to-door canvassing. ▸ Attended Wellstone Campaign training to become a better speaker and public advocate. ▸ Managed campaign headquarters in the 31st State District of Illinois. This headquarters was home to campaigns of all levels and sizes from school board to town trustee, to US Representative, to Judges, to President of the United States.

Doctor Of Law (Jd), Administrative Law, Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: American Bar Association (ABA) Class Representative for Johnson Class-- Chair of Finance CommitteeCum Laude..

Ba, Criminal Justice And Political Science, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Pre Law Society President, Public Safety Council President, Alpha Phi Sigma President, Capitol Hill Gang Member.