Michael Percaccio Email & Phone Number

Raleigh, NC, US

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

As an AccessLex Champion, I serve as a brand ambassador by sharing the valuable resources and services that nonprofit AccessLex Institute offers with my law school peers and other aspiring lawyers. My specific duties as a Champion include:Helping to increase awareness of AccessLex Institute and its free and at-cost resources, including Ask EDNA!, Helix Bar.

Durham, North Carolina, United States

• Drafted pleadings, motions, and correspondence related to divorce, child custody, support modifications, equitable distribution and restraining orders.
• Assisted with discovery by preparing and reviewing interrogatories, requests for production, and document organization.
• Compiled and organized financial records, property appraisals, and other documentation for equitable distribution and spousal support determinations.
• Supported attorneys with case management, including organizing discovery materials, organizing exhibits, and compiling evidence for hearings
• Utilized Clio case management software to organize client files, and track billable hours, ensuring efficient workflow and timely case updates.
• Employed Clio Draft to create, edit, and finalize legal documents such as divorce petitions, custody agreements, and motions, maintaining accuracy and compliance with court rules.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Review evidence and discovery of clients to conduct issue spotting, locate any discrepancies, look for any missing documents, and conduct an initial review of the case.
• Conduct extensive legal research to provide my supervising attorney with the necessary statutes and case law that applies to the case at hand.
• Conduct client interviews to gather information, made sure the client knew what is going on with their case, provide the next steps of the case to clients, to calm client’s nerves regarding their case, and making sure.
• Participate in initial client consults, engaging with the potential client and discussing with my supervising attorney the potential case that was presented to us.
• Partake in going to court hearings and trials to learn the ins and out of the court room.
• Draft documents, motions, and letters to be submitted to the courts, clients, and opposing counsel.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

• Conducted extensive legal research and composed well-structured memos, providing valuable insights on complex legal matters to assist in decision-making processes.
• Actively participated in stakeholder meetings, engaging with key individuals to discuss policy-related research projects.
• Stayed up to date with legislative changes and relevant litigation, consistently tracked developments, and provided regular updates to the General Counsel and staff.
• Monitored executive branch actions in other states and gathered information to inform strategic decision-making and potential policy implementation in North Carolina.
• Successfully managed multiple responsibilities and tasks, demonstrating strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines effectively.

• Performed administrative tasks such as answering phones, responding to emails, data entry, filing, budgeting, collecting payments.
• Served as a client liaison, facilitating direct communication with clients.
• Gathered documents, and statements needed for trial.
• Created drafts of contracts, letters and other legal documents.
• Scheduled meetings, interviews and appointments with clients, lawyers and witnesses.

Staten Island, New York, United States

• Excelled in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapted to the flexibility and demand of the restaurant industry by picking up extra shifts and tables.
• Provided excellent customer service: worked closely with restaurant staff to ensure that orders were served in an efficient matter.
• Trained incoming staff regarding the restaurant's procedures, culture and practices.
• Gained immeasurable experience in multitasking, oral and verbal communication, customer satisfaction, and conflict resolution.

Doctor Of Law - Jd, Law

Bachelor Of Science, Degree In Legal Studies, Legal Studies, General, 3.69

Activities and Societies: Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success.