Stephanie Thomas Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, United States

Greater New York City Area

New York, New York

New York, New York

Participate in all phases of pre-trial discovery and trial preparation in premises liability and construction accident defense litigation. Conduct depositions of plaintiffs, co-defendants and non-party witnesses. Negotiate settlements and satisfaction of discovery demands. Draft complex motions, including motions for summary judgment, in order to dismiss.

New York, New York

Participate in all facets of pre-trial discovery and trial preparation in medical malpractice, construction and automobile accident defense litigation. Depose plaintiffs, co-defendants and non-party witnesses. Negotiate satisfaction of discovery demands at court supervised conferences. Author reports to clients reflecting ongoing claims analysis throughout.

Uniondale, NY

Draft Art. 81 Adult Guardianship Petitions and Orders to Show Cause. Review drafts of proposed Supplemental Needs Trusts.

Central Islip, NY

Only intern asked to return in the Spring 2012.Drafted appellate brief submitted to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals on the admissibility of statements made exclusively to the plaintiff by unidentified declarants. Drafted numerous motions for summary judgment. Conduct research and aid the Assistant U.S. Attorney in trial preparation.

Washington, D.C.

Solved numerous inquiries about filing a writ of certiorari (whether In Forma Pauperis or otherwise). Researched issues regarding the Rules of the Supreme Court. Handled requests from practicing attorneys pertaining to the procedures involved in becoming licensed to practice in the Supreme Court.

Mineola, NY

Nominated by the Dean of Hofstra Law School as the school’s representative candidate for the Nassau County Summer Surrogate’s Program. Conducted research; drafted decision for the Surrogate on stipulation of settlement in an accounting proceeding; wrote memoranda of law; participated in mock trial presented for practicing attorneys and law students.

Hauppague, NY

Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda of law and other court papers, focusing primarily on litigation of employment disputes and personal injury matters.

Washington, D.C

Solved numerous inquiries about filing a writ of certiorari (whether In Forma Pauperis or otherwise). Researched issues regarding the Rules of the Supreme Court. Handled requests from practicing attorneys pertaining to the procedures involved in becoming licensed to practice in the Supreme Court.

Brooklyn, NY

Managed an individual caseload delegated by the Regional Director and other Human Rights Specialists that focused on sexual harassment and discrimination. Conducted witness interviews, legal research, and party conferences.

Washington, D.C.

Began as an intern; hired as a Litigation Paralegal in 2008. Drafted court documents including complaints and interrogatories. Conducted detailed file reviews to make sure all medical bills/records were documented. Handled new case calls to determine whether the potential client had a valid personal injury claim.

J.D., J.D.

Activities and Societies: American College of Trusts & Estates Counsel (ACTEC) Journal, Managing Editor of Notes & Comments

B.A., International Affairs & Anthropology

Graduated with Special Honors in International Affairs. Graduated Cum Laude.