 Legal research and writing using resources such as Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, FastCase, Casenet and Missouri Court web pages Drafting litigation documents including: pleadings, financial statements, stipulations, memoranda, judgments and correspondence Drafting/negotiating contracts and dispute resolution Intake of new/ potential clients, creation of client accounts and matters Use of “cloud based” data storage, timekeeping and practice management software (Clio, WorkZone, Netsuite, Taskworld) Creation and maintenance of synchronized digital and paper files Electronic filing in circuit and appellate courts Trial preparation, discovery, and evidence collection. Leading monthly case review and strategy sessions Monitoring of trust accounts and client billing Appearances at trial, settlement conferences, and docket calls Appearances at juvenile court hearings and team meetings Taking depositions Managing front desk including phone systems and walk ins

Operation and management of solo practitioner law firm.

Legal research and writing using resources such as Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, FastCase, Casenet and Missouri Court web pagesDrafting legal documents including: pleadings, settlement offers, financial statements, and correspondenceIntake of new/ potential clients, creation of client accounts and mattersCommunication with clients, circuit clerks, process servers and opposing counselUse of “cloud based” data storage, timekeeping and practice management software (Clio, WorkZone, Netsuite)Scanning, copying and uploading of digital files, creation and maintenance of paper filesFiling in local courts and assistance in trial preparationE-Filing documents in applicable countiesMonthly case review with responsible attorneysReview and monitoring of trust accounts

Direct supervisor of 10 employeesDuties include, but are not limited to, employee development, safety and quality control, scheduling, inventory and staffingManagement of multiple simultaneous projects to ensure timely completion and client satisfactionDevelopment of new systems, drafting business plans and marketing efforts* PDCA L.E. Travis Craftsman of the Year - 2008

Worked in an array of commercial and residential environmentsFunctioned at highest level of this industry