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Sydney Elizabeth Beal 1758 S. Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80210 • 720-854-8787 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver, Denver, Colorado
Master of Laws, Graduate Tax Program, December 2008 Juris Doctor, Sturm College of Law, May 2008
• Legal Intern, Paul Gordon Esq., LLC, June - July 2006
• Executive Board Member, Moot Court Board 2006 - 2007
• Research Assistant, Professor Wendy Duong, June - August 2007
• Arvada West Mock Trial Team Coach, 2007 and 2008
University of California at Davis, Davis, California Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, May 1989
• Dean’s List
• English and ESL Writing Tutor Intern
Admitted to the Colorado Bar 2009
Primary Interests: Real Estate, Taxation and teaching
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Sydney E. Beal, Attorney at Law, Denver, Colorado October 2010 – present Attorney
• Negotiated settlement with homeowners insurance company of two complex insurance claims
• Researched and counseled homeowner regarding easement issue involving a shared driveway
• Negotiated successful tax issue involving the liquidation of an individual retirement account
Kaplan, Denver, Colorado August 1999 – present LSAT and TOEFL Instructor
• Engage up to thirty students in classroom presentation due to passion for the law and teaching
• Assisted tutoring student in obtaining a score of 163 on the LSAT by assessing his areas of opportunity and explaining effective strategies for mastering sections of the LSAT
• Developed method of evaluating student readiness by testing knowledge of question types
• Designed lessons, including lessons on formal logic and legal writing
• Stimulate students to a higher level of performance by encouraging their career interests
Larry A. Henning, Esq., Denver, Colorado June 2007 – October 2010 Law Clerk
• Co-authored appellate brief successful in awarding client augmented estate; wrote portions of the trial brief and correspondence negotiating the amount the surviving spouse would receive
• Drafted successful opposition to motion for summary judgment in lender liability case
• Summarized depositions and prepared questions for direct and cross examination
• Extensive legal and factual research, legal writing and editing, motion drafting and correspondence on issues ranging from the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act to estate administration
• Discovery, document review, exhibit preparation
Omni Financial, Broomfield, Colorado July 2009 – November 2009 Associate Attorney
• Resolved tax liability of over $1,000,000 for individual with sole proprietorship by compiling financial statements and persuading Internal Revenue Service Agent to accept offer
• Researched state forgiveness allowances for sales tax liability and authored memoranda
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OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Thirteen years of sales experience, both business to business and to consumers, educating customers regarding products, building long term relationships that resulted in increased sales and repeat business, mentoring and training junior sales staff; two years of customer service experience.
Dealix Corporation, Redwood City, California February 2004 – July 2005 Regional Sales Manager
• Awarded President’s Award as part of top 3% of sales staff during first year of employment
• Increased profits and sales growth for the seventh largest automotive dealer group by consulting on marketing strategies and management of internal internet sales departments
• Trained and mentored junior sales staff
San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco, California October 2002 – February 2004 Digital Sales/Total Auto Book Coordinator
• Consultative outside sales that guided dealerships to new online advertising or print ads customized to meet business needs
Starbucks Coffee, Pacifica, California April 2001 – October 2002 Assistant Manager
• Earned two promotions in less than a year by increasing productivity and sales
• Trained new hires on products and company procedures
Synergy Personnel, San Mateo, California December 2000 – July 2001 Recruiter
• Counseled and placed technical writers in compatible software industry positions
John Elway Ford, Denver, Colorado September 1999 – February 2000 Finance Sales Assistant
• Reduced error rate in loan packets through superior quality control skills
John Elway Toyota, Englewood, Colorado March 1998 – August 1999 Internet Sales Consultant
• Volunteered to develop and grow innovative internet sales department
• Generated 25% of the dealership’s monthly sales
• Consistently performed in the top 10% of sales force
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS / COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
• Member, Colorado Bar Association, Denver Bar Association and American Bar Association
• Member, Minoru Yasui Inn of Court, 2009 and 2010
• Mount Saint Vincent Home On Call, April 2009 – February 2010
INTERESTS
Enjoy cooking, hiking, dog grooming, playing trivia and reading American history
Nicole Marie Black 6300 E. Hampden Ave, APT #3330 Denver, Colorado 80222 ~ [email protected] ~720.810.2777
PRIMARY INTERESTS & SKILLS I am primarily interested in practicing corporate litigation, particularly securities and antitrust law. I am fluent in Spanish and French, and my extracurricular interests include distance running, skiing, fly fishing, traveling, teaching, and black & white photography.
EDUCATION & ACADEMIC DISTINCTION Juris Doctor (J.D.) – GPA: 3.46 (Top 19%, 44/228) May 2011 University of Denver, Sturm College of Law ~ Denver, CO
Honors: Denver University Law Review, Board Member & Symposium Editor (Volume 88); Staff Editor (Volume 87) ABA National Appellate Advocacy (NAAC) Team, Writing & Oralist Member (St. Louis Regional, 2010-11)
Vis International Commercial Arbitration Team, Writing Member (“Honorable Mention” Hong Kong, 2010) Academic Achievement Program Leader, Taught 35 first-year recitation sessions each semester (2009-11) Teaching Assistant, Property Law, Professor Phoenix Cai (Spring 2011)
Scholastic Excellence Award for highest grade in Property Law (2009) Publication: Comment, United States v. Nacchio and the Implications of an Emerging Circuit Split: Practical and Policy
Considerations of Amending Gain as a Measure of Culpability, 87 DENV. U. L. REV. 633 (2010)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.); International Business – Business GPA: 3.94 June 2007 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.); French (with distinction), Minor in Spanish – Overall GPA: 3.92 June 2007 University of Denver ~ Denver, CO
Honors: Beta Gamma Sigma highest honors in College of Business; magna cum laude (B.S.B.A) Phi Beta Kappa highest honors in Arts & Sciences; magna cum laude; Departmental Honors in French (B.A.) Dean’s Note of Excellence, Daniels College of Business (2007) Arts & Humanities Dean’s Graduation Prize for Academic and Creative Excellence (2007) Abroad: Completed university coursework in French and homestay in Avignon, France
LEGAL EXPERIENCE General Counsel Intern, Qwest Corporation/CenturyLink, Inc. ~ Denver, CO January-May 2011
Selected as an Apprentice through the competitive Corporate Apprenticeship Program at the University of Denver Composed comparative report of retail and wholesale contract agreements in preparation for moving client between divisions Analyzed municipal franchise ordinances and agreements requiring consent to transfer in preparation for corporate merger Researched billing inquiry regarding joint powers agency relocation of telephone conduit for public improvement project Researched enforceability of class action waivers and auto-renewal provisions for complex transactions and litigation groups
Legal Intern, Grimshaw & Harring, PC ~ Denver, CO January-April 2011 Drafted client memoranda on property zoning issues, including rezoning and potential violation of environmental laws
Researched and drafted Motion for Supplemental Authorities in case on oral argument before Colorado Court of Appeals
Legal Intern, United States Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) ~ Denver, CO August-December 2010 Researched material nondisclosure of poor performing securities for enforcement action against state-run pension funds Conducted investor interviews and drafted declarations as exhibits for successful temporary restraining order Compiled enforcement action data on failed banks in the Rocky Mountain region from various federal enforcement agencies Analyzed subpoenaed trading information in commercial mortgage-backed securities from eleven dealers for Q4, 2008
Legal Intern, Colorado Attorney General’s Office -- Business & Licensing Section ~ Denver, CO May-July 2010 Represented Department of Revenue in revocation hearing of dealer/salesperson license under Student Practice Act Researched organic act interpretation issues for State Securities Commission and tax theories for the Department of Revenue Composed research memorandum on medical marijuana legislation for enforcement and litigation taskforce
Research Assistant, Sturm College of Law, Professor Sheila Hyatt ~ Denver, CO May-October 2010 Updated Colorado Evidence Treatise and Colorado Handbook on Evidence (West’s Practice Series) for 2010 case law
Judicial Intern, Denver District Court, Honorable Judge R. Michael Mullins ~ Denver, CO January-April 2010 Drafted judicial opinions of cases on review from administrative agency hearings and supported family court case docket
Legal Intern, M&M Bomchil Abogados -- Capital Markets & Corporate Finance ~ Buenos Aires, Argentina June-August 2009 Researched and drafted quarterly Restructuring Newsletter client-resource publication for the Financial Services Department Presented to Department on the global impact of advances in financial instruments and deregulation of U.S. securities market
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Administrative Assistant, Quality Environmental Services & Technologies, Inc. ~ Denver, CO, July 2007-July 2008 Seventh Grade French Teacher, Notre Dame Catholic School ~ Denver, CO, August 2006-May 2007
NATALIE D. BOGUCKI 18499 West 60th Avenue, Golden, Colorado 80403 Tel: (303) 918-8479 E-mail: [email protected]
Education-
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO 2008 – 2011 Juris Doctorate, GPA: 3.09 Bar Exam taken July 2011, results expected October 2011
University of Colorado at Denver-School of Business, Denver, CO 2001 – 2004 Bachelor of Science, Major: Business/Finance
Legal Experience-
University of Denver Sturm College of Law Wills Lab 2010 – 2010 Student Attorney responsible for interviewing and drafting for a legal aid client while under the supervision of a practicing attorney.
Successfully interviewed client and custom drafted documents including: Will, Living Will, Medical Power of Attorney, Burial Instructions
Researched legal issues regarding drafting of wills and medical issues involving living wills Received a letter grade of “A” in class and a letter from Professor Marsh outlining outstanding performance
Other Experience-
JCB Precision Tool & Mold, Inc., Commerce City, CO 2009 – 2011 Website Construction/Office Management/General consulting for manufacturing/mold-making business
Website construction and preparation Office Management: bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, problem solving and restructuring. ISO 9000 compliance training and preparation Shanks, Stumm, Hollis & Hammerland, P.C. , Lakewood, CO 2004 – 2008
Bookkeeper / Administrative Assistant / Tax Preparation Bookkeeping and payroll for multiple clients and companies, preparation of financial statements, tax return
preparation and assembly, software maintenance, consulting for accounting issues for individual clients Successfully implemented conversion of accounting system from DOS based program to QuickBooks and set up
of all clients in QuickBooks Scuba Den, Wheat Ridge, CO 1998 – 2003
Sales Associate / Equipment Consultant / Dive Control Specialist Equipment and class sales, equipment assembly and maintenance, customer service, travel promotion Instructor for Scuba Skills Update and Introduction to Scuba courses, assisted with Open Water Certification
course and Open Water Certification dives Skills and Interests- Proficient with MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, OneNote Extensive QuickBooks experience: bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, taxes, payroll, financial statements Experience with ISO 9000 compliance, preparation, and auditing Scuba Dive Control Specialist (Dive Leader and Assistant Instructor): leadership, responsibility for others,
communication, problem solving, critical thinking Accomplished Portrait and Realist Artist: creativity and acute attention to detail Traveling, camping, hiking, snowboarding Areas of Interest: Trusts and Estates, Estate Planning, Water Law, Natural Resources, Non-Traditional, Government
Steve Brander 11984 East Cornell Circle, Aurora, CO 80014 • (616) 291-4817 • [email protected]
EDUCATION University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
J.D., May 2011
GPA: 3.40; Class Rank: Top 27%
Journal Court Report Editor, University of Denver Water Law Review Editorial Board (3L Year)
Staff Editor, University of Denver Water Law Review (2L Year)
Publication: Steve Brander, Book Note, 13.2 UNIV. OF DENV. WATER L. REV. 455 (2010) (reviewing ELLI
LOUKA, WATER LAW & POLICY: GOVERNANCE WITHOUT FRONTIERS (2008))
Activities Volunteer Judge, Arapahoe Regional Mock Trial Tournament; Participant, Student Trial Lawyers Association
Mock Trial (conducted cross and direct examination); Preparer, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA);
Semi-Finalist, Presidential Management Fellowship Program
Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI
B.A., Major in Political Science, Minor in Criminal Justice, December 2007
GPA: 3.744 magna cum laude
Honors SVSU Award for Academic Excellence Scholarship; Athletic Scholarship for Football; Michigan
Merit Award Scholarship; Dean’s List (six semesters); President’s List for Highest Academic Achievement
Activities Study Abroad, London, England; Tight End, SVSU Division 2 Football Team; Volunteer, SVSU Football
Reading to Kids program; Camp Counselor, Royale Family Christian Kids Camp (foster care program)
LEGAL EXPERIENCE Department of Health and Human Services, Office of General Counsel, Region VIII, Denver, CO
Legal Intern May 2010 – May 2011
• Drafted several Motions for Decisions Without Hearings in EEOC discrimination cases and several Federal Tort
Claims Act Claim Analyses, in which I recommended either settlement or denial of medical malpractice claims
• Conducted cross-examination of a witness in an arbitration hearing, which was decided in the Agency’s favor
• Presented on the regulatory definition of “immediate jeopardy” at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’
State Survey Agency Director’s Conference, Western Consortium, Region VIII, Denver, CO, June 9, 2010
• Researched federal health, employment, and civil rights law issues, including application of Medicare and Medicaid
regulations to long-term care facilities and the United States’ ability to sue primary insurers, including liability insurers,
directly under the Medicare Secondary Payer Act
18th
Judicial District of Colorado, Honorable Judge Michael Spear, Centennial, CO
Judicial Extern January 2010 – April 2010
• Researched legal issues and drafted judicial orders on topics including reduction of sentencing, application of local
zoning ordinances, and admissibility of evidence and testimony
• Observed several criminal jury trials, civil court trials, motions hearings, pretrial conferences, and status conferences
Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Colorado, Denver, CO
Law Clerk June 2009 – December 2009
• Researched various legal issues for Assistant U.S. Attorneys, including sufficiency of notice of administrative claims
under the FTCA, application of the Quiet Title Act’s statute of limitations, efficacy of Bureau of Land Management
land surveys, due process rights under immigration laws, and ex parte communication in regard to expert witnesses
• Drafted Final Pretrial Order and Answer Brief for United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
• Wrote several legal memoranda, two of which were used in motions filed in federal court
• Observed a deposition, pretrial conference, scheduling hearing, and two criminal trials
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Intern, U.S. Senate Regional Office, Senator Carl Levin, Saginaw, MI January 2005 – April 2005
• Student Grounds Crew, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI Summers 2004 – 2007
• Meat Clerk, Plumb’s Grocery Store, Grand Rapids, MI January 2008 – June 2008
PRIMARY INTERESTS • Employment Law, Medical Malpractice, Family Law, Estate Planning, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation
Matthew A. Chaput 12629 W. Dorado Pl., Littleton CO, 80127 618-910-8262 [email protected]
EDUCATION: University of Denver, Sturm College of Law - Denver, CO J.D. Expected May 2011
Relevant Coursework: Criminal Law, Basic Criminal Procedure, Advanced Criminal Procedure, Advanced Criminal Law, Evidence, Evidence Practicum, Criminal Clinic, Basic Trial Practice, Advanced Trial Practice, Prosecutor Practicum
Mock Trial: Student Trial Lawyer Association Competition – Attorney (2009), Coach (2010), Judge (2011); Hoffman Cup Competition – Attorney (2010) Witness (2009); Hogan Hartson Cup Attorney (2009); Barristers Appellate Competition Attorney (2009)
St. Louis University – St. Louis, MO BA in Criminal Justice, December 2006
CRIMINAL LAW EXPERIENCE: DU Criminal Clinic – Student Law Office Denver, CO August 2010 – December 2010 Student Attorney (Certified under Student Practice Act)
Represented criminal clients in county and municipal court proceedings on a variety of issues including assault, reckless driving, harassment, failure to obey a lawful order, disturbing the peace
Handled a criminal trial from beginning to end involving a failure to obey a lawful order Responsible for all aspects of representation, including client conferences, motions, trial preparations,
discovery, witness interviews, and plea negotiations Drafted and filed various motions, including discovery motions, motions to seal records, and bill of
particulars Denver District Attorney Gang Unit Denver, CO January 2010 – May 2010 Legal Intern
Researched issues that relate to the prosecution of gang related felonies, including Refusal to Testify, 404(b), 4th Amendment Stop and Seizures, Judicial Recusal, Contempt of Court
Drafted portions of motions to be used in trial proceedings Observed court proceedings.
Illinois State Police Southern IL June 2006 – August 2006 Intern
Rode along with patrol division during all shifts. Observed homicide, narcotics, and theft investigation units.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE: Private Investigator, VRC Investigations, St. Louis, MO (Feb. 2007-May 2007) Store Associate, Omaha Steaks Stores, St. Louis, MO (May 2007-May 2008)
HONORS/INTERESTS: Eagle Scout (2000); College Hockey Player; Sports, Backpacking, Camping, Hiking, St. Louis Cardinals baseball, Barbecue competitions, Skiing
VANESSA CONWAY [email protected] • (970) 488-0100 • Seattle, Washington
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO J.D., May 2011, GPA: 3.11 Workplace Law Certificate • Directed Research: An Explanation and Critique of the Department of Labor’s Proposed Rule to Change the Definition of “Fiduciary” Under ERISA • Seminar Paper: Health Insurance and the Workplace: Healthcare Reform’s New Frontier; How Healthcare Reform Alters the Landscape of Employment
Honors • John Phillip Linn Labor Law Award, 2011, outstanding graduating labor and employment law student • Reese Persuasive Writing Award, 2010, best Lawyering Process brief in class • Mellman, Gerald & Isaac Scholarship & University of Denver Law Scholarship Recipient, 2008-2009
Activities • Research Assistant, Summer 2010, updating Colorado Evidence Courtroom Manual • Teaching Assistant, 2009-2010 Lawyering Process first-year research and writing class • President, Employment Law Association, 2009-2010, Event Coordinator, 2008-2009 • Bridge Community Garden Project, 2009 and 2010
Internships • Intern, Dianne Peterson, Larimer County Family Treatment Court GAL, Fall 2009 • Judicial Intern, Judge Gregory Lammons, 8th Judicial District, Summer 2009
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO B.A., Political Science & French, Women’s Studies Certificate, 2008, GPA: 3.73 • Dean’s List 4 semesters; Political Science Departmental Excellence Award, 2005-2006
EXPERIENCE
IMA of Colorado, Denver, CO July 2010 - current Public Policy Intern & Consultant • Analyze Affordable Care Act impact on employee benefits for multistate insurance brokerage-benefits
management firm • Develop communications strategy explaining Affordable Care Act implementation, including monthly
bulletin to all IMA Financial clients and internal communications to aid teams in addressing client concerns • Respond to individual client questions regarding grandfather status, employee classification for
nondiscrimination testing and limited medical plans, OTC-prescription reimbursement, bundled medical, vision and dental, open enrollment timeline for implemented provisions, etc
• Monitor development of national and state measures to identify expansion opportunities
Outten & Golden LLP, New York, NY (telecommuted from Denver, CO) December 2008 – March 2010 Law Clerk • Assisted in wage and hour litigation under the Fair Labor Standards Act for small employment law firm • Drafted employee statements in support of class certifications; interviewed employees regarding the details
of their employment
Office of International Programs, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO January 2007 – July 2008 Student Assistant • Prepared work visa petitions for foreign faculty and staff, coordinated with academic departments and
administration in hiring, trained and supervised student assistants, managed tracking databases
INTERESTS & SKILLS • Primary Interests: Employment Law, Health Law, Human Resources • Language Skills: French, advanced written and spoken
PATRICK A. CURNALIA 15818 Longford Dr
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 957-7212
EDUCATION
University of Denver, Denver, CO
LL.M. Taxation, June 2011, GPA 83.77 (85 = A)
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor, December 2010, GPA 3.26
� Scholastic Excellence Award – Contracts Spring 2009
� Barry S. Crown Memorial Scholarship Recipient
� Civil Rights Clinic, Student Law Office
o Reviewed documents provided by prison and coded according to relevancy to each claim
o Counseled client on proper courses of action
o Drafted complaint filed in federal court
� Wills Lab
o Prepared will and other end of life documents for indigent client
� President, Elder Law Society
� Member, Construction and Real Estate Law Society
� Student Member, Colorado Bar Association Elder Law Section
� Mentor, Sturm College of Law Peer Mentor Program
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Master of Public Administration, December 2005, GPA 3.60
� Pi Sigma Alpha, Political Science Honor Fraternity
� Research
o The Effects of Pay Satisfaction on Worker’s Job Satisfaction among Community Mental Health Agencies’
Human Service Professionals
o Scope and Nature of Employment Discrimination in the 21st Century Workplace
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Bachelor of Science, August 2004
Major: Sociology
Minor: Business Administration
� Central Michigan University Ski Club, Men’s Captain
EXPERIENCE
Mallgren & Ferrell, P.C., Greenwood Village, CO
Contract Attorney May 2011 – Present
• Estate and tax planning for clients
• Research of complex tax issues
• Review of real estate sales contracts and title research
PATRICK A. CURNALIA Page 2
Ambler & Keenan, LLC, Denver, CO
Fall Intern August 2010 – October 2010
� Prepared documents for trust transfers and modifications
� Opened probate and prepared documents for probate proceedings
� Prepared pleadings for second parent adoptions
Judge Vincent White, 18th
Judicial District of Colorado, Castle Rock, CO
Summer Intern May 2009 – Jul 2009
� Reviewed motions and drafted orders in response to motions for summary judgment, motions to dismiss, and motions
for reconsideration
� Drafted memoranda for Judge White on novel issues before the court
� Reviewed transcript of murder case sent from the Colorado Court of Appeals and discovered several discrepancies
that went unnoticed by the appellate court
� Observed criminal and civil court proceedings including voir dire, motion hearings, and trials
City and County of Denver, Denver, CO
Real Property Appraiser Oct 2006 – Aug 2008; May 2009 – Nov 2009
� Determined values for residential properties within the City and County of Denver
� Developed tools to help appraisers calculate values quicker and with fewer errors
� Testified at hearings concerning taxpayer appeals of valuation
� Helped taxpayers with their property and tax bill questions
� Worked with state agencies and made judgments as to interpretations of statutes regarding value
Gratiot County Community Mental Health Services, Alma, MI
Office Coordinator Aug 2004 – May 2006
� Lead worker responsible for scheduling, billing, filing, and setting up staff meetings for the CLEO Program
� Trained new employees on work processes and the computer applications
� Responsible for helping create plans of service for clients with developmental disabilities and seeing that staff carry
out their responsibilities
� Employee of the Month, March 2006
Steering Committee Nov 2004 – May 2006
� Discussed and recommended new agency policies to be given to executive board
LICENSURE
� Colorado Bar Admission # 43208
� Colorado Notary Public
� LexisNexis Professional Research Certification
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES
� Colorado Bar Association Member – Trust and Estate Section, Elder Law Section
� Hike for Hospice
� Centura Health Butterfly Program
� Senior Law Day
KRISTI DISNEY
729 Snowberry St. Longmont CO 80503 Cell: (917) 575-7044 E-mail: [email protected] EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO Environmental and Natural Resources Law Program J.D./LL.M – May 2011 Specializations achieved in Environmental Law & Policy; International Resources Transactions Law & Policy Awards DU Student Bar Association “Most Outstanding Evening Student” Award, 2010 Scholarships Colorado Hispanic Bar Association Scholarship Recipient, 2010 – 2011 Public Interest Law Group Clerkship Recipient, 2010 Moot Court DU Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Team Member, Spring 2010 DU Natural Resources Law Society Moot Court Competitor, Spring 2010
Activities DU Alternative Spring Break Legal Volunteer, Navajo Nation, New Mexico, Spring 2010 Public Interest Law Group Clerkship Committee Co-Chair, 2010 – 2011 DU Alternative Dispute Resolution Society International Law Liaison, 2010
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
Bachelor of Science in Social Work (Minors in Journalism and Economics) – August 2000 Awards UT “Torchbearer” Award, Presented to UT’s Top 10 Graduating Student Leaders, 2000
University of Tennessee College of Social Work Academic Achievement Award, 2000 Gamma Kappa Chapter of Gamma Sigma Sigma “Kristi Disney Outstanding Service Award,” (Now Presented Annually to Honor One UT Student for Outstanding Community Service), 2000 University of Tennessee “Senior of the Month” October 1999 Anderson Consulting/UT Peer Achievement Award for Leadership in Service, 1999 Gamma Sigma Sigma National Distinguished Service Award, 1999 Gamma Sigma Sigma National Outstanding Undergraduate Award, 1998 Scholarships Tennessee Higher Education Commission Love Community Service Scholarship, 1999 Vic Davis/Earl Zwingle Extracurricular Service Scholarship, 1999 John and Louise Harrison Social Work Scholarship, 1999 Designated UT “Volunteer of the Year,” 1998 UT Chancellor’s Citation for Extraordinary Community Service, 1997, 1998 UT Alumni Association Valedictorian Scholarship Award, 1994 Activities United Nations/Global Exchange Humanitarian Aid Delegation Participant, Havana, Cuba, 2000 Global Children’s Organization Volunteer, Croatia; Bosnia-Herzegovina; Northern Ireland, 1999 Missionaries of Charity Volunteer, Kolkata/Calcutta, India (Administered Services for Mahatma Gandhi Welfare Center and Prem Dan “Home for Dying Destitutes;” Inducted as Co-Worker of Missionaries of Charity Order, Founded by Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Mother Theresa, 1998
Cemanahuac Educational Community, Cuernevaca & Buena Vista de Cellular, Mexico
Advanced Spanish Language Certificate; Rural Studies Certificate – Summer 2002 LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Sustainable Development Strategies Group (SDSG), Gunnison, CO – Summer 2010, Spring 2011 Law Clerk • Serve as the Principal Law Clerk on the International Bar Association (IBA) Mining Law Committee’s Model Mining
Development Agreement (MMDA) Project, which provides guidance to host governments, mining companies, and stakeholders to improve environmental, social, and investment standards in mining development agreements
• Supervise and collaborate with team of MMDA Law Clerks to support SDSG and the IBA Mining Law Committee • Reviewed over 60 multinational mining law contracts; created databases of contract clauses; assisted with MMDA
consultations at IBA meetings in Toronto, Canada and Astana, Kazakhstan; assisted with DU Law Courses on sustainable development; developed web-based consultation tool; assisted with MMDA revisions
Center for International Environmental Law, Washington, D.C. – Fall 2010 Legal Intern • Completed a comprehensive review of environmental impact assessments, financing, community consultations,
environmental law, and transboundary impacts of a World Bank energy development project • Conducted research and prepared memos on the role of international financial institutions (IFIs) in energy
development, particularly to encourage IFIs to dedicate more funds to renewable energy projects • Prepared a variety of memos related to various international laws and policies, including nanotechnology, freedom of
information, use of webcasting in judicial proceedings, and international environmental governance
KRISTI DISNEY P. 2 University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, Colorado, 2009 – 2010 International & Comparative Environmental Law Research Assistant for Professor George “Rock” Pring
• Researched and drafted “Environmental Impact Assessment in the United States under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969,” published in La Naturaleza JuridÍca de la Evaluación del Impacto Ambiental: Análisis de Derecho Comparado (The Legal Nature of Environmental Impact Assessment: Comparative Law Analysis), José Juan González Márquez, ed., by Instituto Mexicano de Investigaciones en Derecho Ambiental A.C. (Mexican Institute for Research in Environmental Law), 2011
• Assisted with research and editing of Greening Justice: Creating and Improving Environmental Courts and Tribunals by George (Rock) Pring & Catherine (Kitty) Pring, published by The Access Initiative (2009), available at http://www.law.du.edu/documents/ect-study/greening-justice-book.pdf
• Helped maintain current information on foreign and domestic environmental courts and tribunals for the University of Denver Environmental Courts and Tribunals Study, see http://www.law.du.edu/index.php/ect-study
• Assisted with scholarly reviews, lecture revisions, and research in international environmental law and energy law
Rocky Mountain Survivors Center, Denver, Colorado, 2007 – 2009 Paralegal/Administrative Assistant • Assisted survivors of torture and war trauma with asylum claims and immigration matters, including client intakes;
appropriate U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services applications; and referral to attorney services • Coordinated monthly Continuing Legal Education trainings focused on asylum law, and provided other recruiting,
research, training, and administrative support for RMSC’s Pro Bono Attorney Network and RMSC Legal Interns • Assisted with fundraising and volunteer efforts, and prepared content for press materials and RMSC publications
Levy, Phillips & Konigsberg, LLP, New York, New York, 2004 – 2007 Legal Assistant • Assisted with environmental toxic tort claims by conducting intakes; researching and documenting exposure
histories; organizing and maintaining client files and exhibits; and assisting with trials • Coordinated economic and environmental expert reports and trial witnesses • Drafted and served answers to interrogatories and pre-trial orders
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Tennessee Economic Renewal Network, Knoxville, Tennessee, 2000 – 2004 Fair Trade & Globalization Program Coordinator • Researched, created and facilitated public education programs on international trade policy and development • Coordinated international exchanges amongst workers, scholars and community leaders in the U.S., Mexico,
Canada, India, Nigeria, Columbia, and Brazil, exploring the impacts of U.S. foreign policy • Built and strengthened diverse local, national and hemispheric coalitions that worked to make international
agreements more beneficial to low-income communities and the environment • Oxfam/Grassroots Global Justice Rural Workers Speaking Tour Spokesperson, Maharashtra, India, 2004 • Tennessee Immigrant Rights Network Founding Member & Volunteer, 2001 - 2004 • Association of Displaced Afro-Columbians Speaking Tour Coordinator, 2001
PUBLICATIONS
• Co-authored and Edited Grassroots Action for Global Change: Resources for Community-Based Organizers in Appalachia, Highlander Research and Education Center, December 2005
• Co-authored and Edited Global Activist’s Handbook: Local Ways to Change the World, a guide to transforming corporate globalization. New York: Thunder’s Mouth Press/Nation Books, April 2002
PRACTICE AREA INTERESTS
• Environmental law, natural resources law, energy law, water law, wildlife law, international law OTHER INTERESTS
• Running, hiking Colorado’s 14ers, and exploring the great outdoors
Rebecca Blake Easton 704 Fulton Street • Aurora, CO 80010 • (480) 577-8584 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
J.D., May 2011 GPA: 3.21
Honors Recipient of the Honorable John P. Leopold Scholarship for academic excellence
Activities Senior Editor, Denver University Law Review
President, Sports and Entertainment Law Society, 2010
Teaching Assistant, Professor Rosemary Dillon, Lawyering Process Program, 2009-2010
Treasurer, Phi Delta Phi, 2009-2010; Intellectual Property Law Society, 2010-2011
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
B.A. in Psychology and Spanish Linguistics (dual degree), December 2003
GPA: 3.67 (Cum Laude)
Honors Graduated with Honors in Psychology, Phi Beta Kappa
4-year scholarship for academic excellence
Academic Distinction 4 years; Dean’s List 6 semesters
Activities President, Golden Key International Honors Society
Vice President, Finance, Delta Delta Delta Sorority
Study Abroad Universidad de Alcala de Henares, Spain (lived with a host family) August-December, 2003
LEGAL EXPERIENCE Marcus & Millichap, Denver, CO
Office Assistant February 2011 – Current
� Manage and organize database of Low Income Housing Tax Credit and HUD multifamily complexes
� Review partnership agreements to recommend partnership interest sales; prepare marketing materials
University of Denver Wills Lab, Denver, CO
Student Attorney January 2011 – May 2011
� Interviewed client over the phone and in person
� Drafted will, living will, power of attorney, and burial instructions tailored to client’s needs and wishes
� Completed work under supervising attorney, including final signing of appropriate documents
University of Denver Mediation Clinic, Denver, CO
Student Attorney August 2010 – December 2010
� Received over 40 hours of classroom instruction
� Performed over 15 hours of supervised mediation with a co-mediator
� Scheduled mediations and completed documents as necessary to ensure agreement enforceability
The Frankl Law Firm, Denver, CO
Law Clerk October 2009 – March 2011
� Researched and drafted responses to various pleadings and motions regarding insurance bad faith claims
� Interviewed clients and potential witnesses regarding damages; attended case management hearing and mediation
Jackson IP, Denver, CO
Legal Intern January 2010 – May 2010
� Gained basic proficiency with patent application drafting and trademark registration procedures
� Researched prior art, prepared initial drawings, and drafted independent, dependent, and method claims
� Conducted trademark searches through TESS and investigated through other on-line resources
18th Judicial District – Judge Nancy Hopf, Castle Rock, CO
Legal Intern May 2009 – August 2009
� Researched and authored orders, signed by Judge Hopf virtually unedited, under time-sensitive deadlines
� Researched and drafted comprehensive memoranda on sanctions for spoliation of evidence and the duty to preserve
evidence, relied upon by Judge Hopf in rendering decision
� Revised and updated memorandum regarding Rule 35 motions to be used as reference for future interns
PRIMARY INTERESTS/LANGUAGE
� Estate planning, intellectual property, business transactions, entertainment law. � Active volunteer with Delta Delta Delta, Junior League of Denver, and Fight With Tools/Flobots.org
� Conversational proficiency in Spanish
GREGG EMMEL 2855 Rock Creek Circle #264 • Superior, Colorado 80027 • (720) 318-7985 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, Colorado Juris Doctor, May 2010
Technology Editor, The Race to the Bottom, Corporate Governance Blog Treasurer, DU Intellectual Property Law Society
Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York B.S. Business 1996
Managing Editor, Skidmore Newspaper LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Legal Clerk, Larsen Law Offices, Highlands Ranch, Colorado 4/11 – Present
Researched and drafted memo on legal compliance requirements for a gold exchange
Drafted client advisory letter in preparation for negotiations Legal Clerk, Leyendecker & Lemire, Denver, Colorado, 1/09 – 7/09
Managed the discovery process, including client interviews, for two lawsuits Wrote documents including request of waiver of service, and motion to consolidate, and client litigation hold letter Researched and drafted memos on topics including a trademark infringement case; choice of law, particularly as
it applies to non-compete agreements; and patent prosecution claim language interpretation Legal Intern, Old Mutual, Denver, Colorado, 5/09 – 7/09
Researched and drafted memo on interfund lending, and revised interfund lending procedures document implemented by company
Drafted an updated SEC N-14 filing Researched and created template SEC rule 498 “fund summary prospectus” Reviewed record retention procedures for Financial Industry Regulatory Authority compliance and composed
summary Legal Intern, Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System, Denver, Colorado, 6/08 – 8/08
Researched issues pertaining to Judicial Performance Evaluations, Judicial Retention Elections and F.R.C.P. 37(e), “Safe Harbor in E-discovery”; research will be used by Institute in future publications
Legal Intern, Space Science Institute, Boulder, Colorado, 6/08 – 8/08 Researched and drafted Property Management, and Record and Data Retention plans now in use by SSI Researched and reported opinions on trademarks and copyright infringement fair use defense claims for
upcoming projects OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Database Engineer, Clayton Holdings, Inc., Denver, Colorado, 3/06 – 7/07 Managed projects and supervised project staff supporting due diligence, credit risk management, and analytics Worked with internal and external clients, across lines of business, both proactively to enhance the business and
to solve problems through business analysis, and database systems design and development Senior Business Analyst and Developer, Key Equipment Finance, Superior, Colorado, 8/04 – 3/06
Worked with internal clients to understand business needs and develop solutions Developer and business analyst for all lines of business
Developer Analyst II, Alltel MaxMilion, Latham, New York, 5/00 – 11/02 Trained tech support group in how to troubleshoot application and resolve common issues Worked with client representatives to analyze business needs; designed and coded product enhancements
Programmer Analyst, KeyBank Technical Services, Albany, New York, 12/99 – 5/00 Worked on interface designs, database revisions, and systems documentation for a custom Customer Relations
Management and Leasing product Worked on Computer Telephony Integration and revisions of interface to credit scoring firm’s system
Webmaster & Marketing Manager, The MASIE Center, Saratoga Springs, New York, 3/97 – 3/99 Created and redesigned several websites for The MASIE Center (a technology and learning think-tank) Managed summer interns working on websites, CD-ROM creation projects, and marketing projects
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Admitted to the Colorado Bar, Member of: American Bar Association, Colorado Bar Association, Denver Bar Association
CIARA FERNANDEZ 8501 E. Alameda Ave. Unit 1838, Denver, CO 80230 • 909-240-7447 • [email protected]
EDUCATION University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor Degree May 2011 Cumulative GPA: 2.9
• Robert B. Yegge Hispanic Scholarship (merit-based); Colorado Hispanic Bar Association Scholarship;
Scholastic Excellence Award for Comparative Law
• Spring 2010 Alternative Spring Break Participant-Farmington, NM: Drafted a script for an instructional
video for Pro Se Litigants in Domestic Matters
Pomona College, Claremont, CA
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (English minor), May 2007, Top 15% of my class
• Authored Senior Thesis, Weaving Identity- The Influence of Tourism on Identity Formation and
Representation for Yucatecan Maya in Tourist Marketplaces
• Wade Family Scholarship for Archaeological/Ecotourism Fieldwork and Research (Belize and Mexico)
College Year in Athens - Study Abroad program in Athens, Greece (Fall, 2005)
EXPERIENCE Legal Externships
DU Mediation and Arbitration Clinic, Denver, CO Spring 2011
• Mediator for Small Claims disputes; Participated in Alternative Dispute Resolution Training
The Law Firm of David Littman, P.C., Denver, CO Fall 2009
• Observed Family Law Mediations, Collaborative Law Proceedings, Court Hearings, Divorce Negotiations, GAL
Interventions, Client Meetings, Child and Family Investigator Meetings, and a CBA-Family Law Board Meeting
• Drafted Motions, Arbitration Awards, Child and Family Investigator Reports, and Legal Memoranda
International Institute for Indigenous Resource Management, Denver, CO Summer 2009
• Completed a workshop on Introduction to the Management of Tribal Intellectual Property and Cultural Resources
• Conducted IP research on the use of Protected Geographic Indicators to Protect Navajo Weavings, and prepared a
presentation to be used at the Dine College
Legal Assistant
Native American Rights Fund, Boulder, CO August 2010-May 2011
• Edit National Indian Law Library Website and post current legal cases, regulatory legislation, and law review
articles, and conduct research on current legal issues in Federal Indian Law and Indigenous Rights
Hopkins Tschetter Sulzer, PC, Denver, CO November 2007-July 2008
• Drafted court pleadings, set trial dates, prepared exhibits, filed pleadings and other documents on Lexis Nexis
• Conducted extensive research on HOA violation reports for a Fair Housing discrimination case
• Assisted in the drafting of a new residential rental lease form for the Apartment Association of Metro-Denver
• Answered calls and assisted clients with tenant problems; directing clients to associate attorneys
Research Assistant
Pomona College Anthropology Department, Claremont, CA September 2006-May 2007
• Recorded objects found at archeological site in Chiapas, Mexico believed to be a Mayan trade center in 1200 AD
• Created charts, organizing objects into categories based on ceramic pattern and age
COMMUNITY WORK
• 2009-2010: Dandelion Project-Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center, Denver, CO (Volunteered at a
Community Garden and mentored children in the foster care system)
• 2004-2005 and Summer 2006: Jumpstart Americorps Program, Claremont, CA (tutored and mentored low-income
preschool children in literacy and verbal skills; planned fundraising events at local libraries)
• 2003-2004: America Reads Program, Claremont, CA (tutored third grade students in literacy skills)
• Summers 2002-2006: Amigos Unidos Youth and Family Counseling and Mediation Program, Taos, NM (tutor)
LANGUAGE / INTERESTS Intermediate oral/written Spanish; Introductory Greek and Italian; Theater and Dance; Skiing; Swimming; Reading;
Cooking; Gardening; Travel; Spending time in my hometown, Taos, NM, with my Family
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REFERENCES
David Littman
David Littman, P.C.
1772 Emerson St.
Denver, CO 80218
303-832-4200
Relation: I was a legal extern for him
Carol LaRocque, LPC, HTR, Dandelion Project Director
Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center
1325 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 308
Denver, CO 80222
303-302-9919
Relation: She was the director of a garden and child advocacy project for which I volunteered
Mark Tschetter
Hopkins Tschetter Sulzer, PC
3600 S. Yosemite St., Suite 828
Denver, CO 80237
Relation: He was my previous employer
303-699-3484
GEOFFREY FRAZIER
2401 S. LINCOLN STREET ● DENVER, CO 80210 ● (508) 250-1943 ● [email protected]
EDUCATION
The University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor May 2011; GPA: 3.24
Honors: DU Law Scholarship (based on academic excellence; two-thirds tuition for three years)
Law Review: University of Denver Water Law Review, Court Report Editor
Publication: Book Note: Philippe Cullet, Water Law, Poverty, and Development: Water Sector
Reforms in India, 13 U. DENV. WATER L. REV. 427 (Spring 2010).
Moot Court: Hoffman Cup, Rothgerber, Johnson & Lyons Negotiation Competition (Placed 3rd
out of 30+ teams),
Barrister’s Cup Appellate Advocacy Competition
Activities: Research Assistant, Professor Richman (conducted employment law research for journal articles)
Legal Writing Teaching Assistant, Professor Dillon (selected based on excellence in legal writing)
Minoru Yasui Inn of Court; Public Interest Law Group; Natural Resources & Environmental Law Soc.
The University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (minor in History), December 2006; GPA: 3.72
Honors: Presidential Scholarship (merit based); Dean’s List (7 semesters); Golden Key National Honor Society
(top 10% of class); Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society (highest honors for Political Science)
Leadership: President, UVM SA Concerts: booked, planned and coordinated large live music events
Abroad: Semester at American University in Washington, DC and Amazon-region, Brazil, Fall 2006
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Law Clerk, Outten & Golden, LLP, New York, NY (work remotely) December 2010 – Present
• Work directly with clients to draft 216(b) Collective Action declarations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Conduct research and draft memos on various issues related to employment discrimination and FLSA procedural rules
• Selected by Nantiya Ruan, Of Counsel, based on excellent research and writing skills
Law Clerk, U.S. Department of Energy – Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy January 2011 – April 2011
• Work directly for Chief Counsel; Conduct National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance review for
renewable energy projects funded by DOE; draft memoranda recommending mitigation measures for projects
• Conducted research related to employment issues within the federal government and DOE
• Review Funding Opportunity Announcements, which grant DOE funds, to ensure compliance with DOE regulations
Student Attorney, University of Denver Civil Litigation Clinic, Denver, CO August 2010 – December 2010
• Interviewed clients, researched and authored memoranda regarding clients’ employment discrimination claims; assisted
in drafting and filing of Complaint and Motion to Intervene on behalf of six clients
• Successfully argued in County Court on behalf of several petitioners in Civil Protection Order hearings; drafted
motions to modify; negotiated with opposing parties and counsel regarding conditions of Civil Protection Orders
Law Clerk, Poulson, Odell & Peterson, LLC., Denver, CO March 2010 – August 2010
• Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda, briefs, and demand letters pertaining to natural resources, oil and
gas, and water rights issues
• Analyzed title record documents; mapped chains of title and oil and gas lease chains; converted chains into formal title
opinions distributed to clients
Legal Intern, The Honorable William W. Hood III, Denver District Court, Denver, CO January 2010 – May 2010
• Conducted legal research; drafted judicial orders on motions for summary judgment, motions to dismiss, and various
administrative agency and County Court appeals; conferred with Judge Hood regarding pending trials before the court
Law Clerk, Colorado Ethics Watch, Denver, CO May 2009 – August 2009
• Conducted research and drafted memoranda on various ethical, campaign finance, and election related legal issues
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Paralegal, Cummings, King & MacDonald, Newton, MA January 2007 – July 2008
Research Intern, US Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, DC August 2006 – December 2006
Investigator, Chittenden County Public Defender, Burlington, VT January 2006 – May 2006
PRIMARY INTERESTS
Civil Litigation • Employment Discrimination • Environmental/Natural Resources Law and Regulation
ALAN H. FROSH
[email protected] 6973 East Fourth Avenue 303.875.3892 1 Denver, Colorado 80220
EDUCATION 2008–2011 UNIVERSITY OF DENVER, STURM COLLEGE OF LAW (Evening Division) Denver, Colorado
Juris Doctor. Relevant Coursework:
Bankruptcy, Basic Tax Law, Business Planning, Commercial Law Survey, Corporate Drafting, Corporations, Debtor/Creditor Rights, Securities Law, Survey of Employment Law.
Directed Research: Community Economic Development Clinic
- Prepared introductory document on nonprofit law in Colorado to provide background to Clinic staff and faculty.
- Developed nonprofit audit checklist and procedures to guide Clinic staff when assessing client strengths, needs or deficiencies.
- Created a form library, including Charter/Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws for Clinic staff to use as needed.
Public Interest Practicum: Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP (Summer 2010)
- Assisted on Lobato v. State case, challenging the constitutionality of Colorado’s education funding protocol.
- Reviewed transcripts of Public School Finance Act of 1994 and surrounding debate for usable testimony, facts or statements by elected officials to assess legislative intent.
Awards:
- Recipient, Norman E. Bradley Memorial Scholarship (2008–present). - Winner, Outstanding Evening Student – 2009, 2010 and 2011. - Scholastic Excellence Award – Debtor/Creditor Rights (Fall 2010).
Involvement:
- Fundraising Vice President, Student Bar Association (2008–present). - DU Law Liaison, Colorado Bar Association-Young Lawyers Division Executive Board
(2009–present). - Member, DU Law Alumni Council (2011–present).
2001–2005 UNIVERSITY OF DENVER Denver, Colorado
B.A, Political Science, with minors in Business and Leadership. Officer: Theta Chi Fraternity, Interfraternal Council and All-Undergraduate Student Association Senate. Member: Pioneer Leadership Program.
EXPERIENCE 2007–present THE GORDIAN FUND Denver, Colorado Founder and Chairman A donor-advised fund to encourage and educate the next generation of philanthropists
� Manage organization’s day-to-day operation and coordinate committee activities. � Developed initial concept for donor-advised fund and recruited inaugural Board of Directors. � Led planning retreats and developed strategies for fundraising, marketing, recruitment, and investment management. � Created and filed founding documents: Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, and Form 1023 Application for Tax-
Exempt Status. 2010–2011 TONY GRAMPSAS YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM Denver, Colorado Temporary Program Assistant A state-managed program to provide funding to local agencies that reduce youth crime and violence, and child abuse and neglect
� Organized RFA process for 2011-2012 grants cycle and served as primary point of contact. � Created and managed database of applicants and volunteer reviewers. � Produced significant Frequently Asked Questions document. � Processed and tracked monthly reimbursement requests from current TGYS grantees. � Conducted site visits and progress calls with current grantees to ensure program compliance.
ALAN H. FROSH
[email protected] 6973 East Fourth Avenue 303.875.3892 2 Denver, Colorado 80220
2008–2009 THE PHILANTHROPY FUND OF AMERICA Englewood, Colorado Nonprofit Organization Analyst An innovative approach to converting unusual assets into charitable vehicles
� Researched, analyzed, and conducted due diligence on organizations being considered for inclusion in Philanthropy Fund Index.
� Reviewed and evaluated grant proposals. � Coordinated and ensured consistency of grant management across the Philanthropy Fund. � Acted as liaison and primary contact to internal departments, as well as external groups. � Created, developed, and managed the Philanthropy Fund's fundraising and solicitation campaigns.
2005–2008 EL POMAR FOUNDATION Colorado Springs, Colorado Senior Program Associate/Fellow The premier post-graduate leadership development and nonprofit management program
� In the El Pomar Youth in Community Service program, taught responsible philanthropy to more than 300 students in seven high schools across the mountain resort communities.
� Assessed funding needs and assisted the mountain resorts’ business and community leaders as they improved the region through the El Pomar Regional Partnerships’ High Country Council.
� Directed the Forum for Civic Advancement, providing an arena for civic engagement in the Pikes Peak region. � Reviewed and evaluated grant applications from nonprofit organizations across Colorado and provided more than
$500,000 in funding recommendations to the Foundation’s Board of Trustees. � Received training in nonprofit consulting, specifically strategic planning and fundraising, from a nationally-recognized
firm, the Robert B. Sharp Company of Colorado. � Directed Fellowship Alumni program, communicating and enriching a community of 160 young professionals.
2000–2005 YOUNG AMERICANS BANK Denver, Colorado
YOUNG AMERICANS CENTER FOR FINANCIAL EDUCATION Financial Services Representative, Development Associate, and Daniels Young Leaders Circle Coordinator The world’s only bank exclusively for young people and a unique nonprofit supporting programs in financial education
� Solicited and coordinated donations from Youth Advisory Board alumni and individual donors to a capital campaign for new headquarters building and annual fund.
� Developed and maintained comprehensive database of donors and volunteers. � Founded the Daniels Legacy Circle, a group of committed Youth Advisory Board alumni who support Young
Americans’ annual programs. COMMUNITY
Board service with Daniels Legacy Circle Steering Committee, DU Law Alumni Council, El Pomar Foundation Fellowship Alumni Advisory Board, Kent Denver School Alumni Association, and TEDxMileHigh Organizing Committee.
Jason R. Gardner 11213 Jansen Street | Parker, CO 80134 | (720) 851-0904 | (303) 552-1720 | [email protected]
EDUCATION University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor, May 2011
Activities Intern: National Conference of State Legislatures
Intern: Holsinger Law, LLC
Evening Division Vice President: Student Bar Association
3L Evening Senator: Student Bar Association
Evening Student Representative: Federalist Society
Member: College Republicans and Christian Legal Society
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (with Information Technology emphasis), December 2005
Honors Graduated Summa cum Laude (4.0 GPA)
Chancellor’s List
Dean’s List
Certificates Accounting and Finance; Business Fundamentals; Business in the Global
Environment; Human Resource Development; Management Essentials;
Organizational Systems Improvement; Project Planning
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE University of Denver, Denver CO Sept. 2003 – Present
Senior Support Specialist, University Technology Services (08/09 – Present)
• Senior member of Faculty-Staff Systems Support team
• Support technology needs of all University of Denver faculty and staff
• Manage all technology needs for Josef Korbel School of International Studies
• Maintain Josef Korbel School of International Studies main and subordinate web sites
Director of Information Technology, Josef Korbel School of International Studies (09/03 – 07/09)
• Managed technology needs for graduate school faculty, staff and students
• Responsible for all school hardware, software, networking, and the technology infrastructure
• Designed and managed departmental and related school web sites
• Managed IT department personnel, school computer lab, and all classroom technology
• Negotiated software contracts and managed software license compliance
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ Apr. 1998 – Aug. 2003
Information Systems Training Specialist Senior (10/00 – 08/03)
• Managed needs assessment and curriculum development for university faculty and staff
• Administered the development, scheduling and maintenance of training labs
• Performed as Training Team Lead, managing up to six people
• Authored six training manuals and courses, and taught over forty distinct technical courses
Support Systems Analyst (12/98 – 10/00)
• Performed software evaluations and needs assessments to meet university software needs
• Operated as second and third tier support in meeting university software and computing needs
• Administered university anti-virus software program for end users
• Developed, implemented, and taught software training courses for university faculty and staff
• Promoted to Information Systems Training Specialist Senior based on merit and increased responsibilities
Office Automation Specialist (04/98 – 12/98)
• Served as central contact for all university computer issues and taught software training courses
• Promoted to Support Systems Analyst based on merit and increased job responsibilities
Coconino Community College, Flagstaff, AZ Sept. 1995 – Apr. 1998
Computer and Information Specialist and Receiving Clerk
• Operated as the main point of contact for all technology issues across the community college district
• Maintained college district hardware, software, and network infrastructure
Flagstaff Medical Center, Flagstaff, AZ Jun. 1994 – Sept. 1995
Research Assistant and Registrar
• Researched, analyzed, and forecast health care data for hospital planning department
• Operated database management systems on personal computers and mainframe computer
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
United States Army, Wildflecken Germany Nov. 1990 – Nov. 1998
Combat Engineer, Active Duty and Inactive Reserve
• Managed squad vehicles
• Trained in the deployment and extraction of bridges, obstacles, and deterrents.
• Qualified in advanced first aid
• Participated in German Head Start program, learning German language and culture
• Honorable Discharge
LEGAL EXPERIENCE Holsinger Law, LLC, Denver, CO Jan. 2011 – Present
Legal Researcher
• Legal research focusing on constitutional law, natural resources, and civil procedure
National Conference of State Legislatures, Denver, CO Jun. 2008 – Aug. 2008
Intern
• Researched and analyzed state and federal statutes and regulations for the Legislative Information Services
Department
• Directly supported state legislators and legislative staff
• Worked on numerous research projects, including major projects in medical malpractice, weapons and
computer crimes, and real estate issues
PRIMARY INTERESTS • I am a Colorado native with an ardent interest in working in land use, natural resource law, legislative and
governmental affairs, and also state and local government issues.
• My legal education has focused heavily on constitutional law, land use, legislative and administrative legal
issues, and public policy as these are all areas where my passions lie.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE • Twenty-six years of overall work experience
• Vast technical knowledge
• Six years of retail experience
• Skilled and confident leader
• Excellent communication skills
Heidi Haberman 1042 Xenophon Street, Golden, CO • 970/948-0739 • [email protected]
PROFILE
Interested in intellectual property, real estate, entertainment, and small business formation. Practical experience in drafting and negotiating complex entertainment contracts, commercial agreements and
business documents. Substantive expertise in intellectual property law with a specific focus on the entertainment, music and film
industries supported by over ten years of professional experience in the entertainment industry. Skilled in small business foundation and development, entrepreneurialism, research, writing, analytical thinking
and communications. EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law — Denver, CO JD, May 2011
Sturm College of Law General Scholarship (3 years; academic merit) Scholastic Excellence Award: Trusts and Estates Co-author of article, “Looking Beyond Gender: Women’s Experience at Law School” (in progress); Critical
analysis of law school structure and merit system Intellectual Property Law Society: Secretary, 2010-11 Public Interest Law Group (PILG): President, 2010-11; Vice-President and Auction Chair, 2009-10
o Raised $32,000 for student scholarships in 2010 and $25,000 in 2011
Emerson College — Boston, MA BFA, 2001; Magna cum Laude, GPA: 3.86
Major: Stage Management, Minor: Publishing Transferred from Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Replin Rhoades & Roper, LLC—Denver, CO August 2010 – December 2010 Legal Intern
Assisted with client counseling and performed transactional work for entertainment centered law firm Drafted contracts, copyright and trademark registrations, and entity formation documents for film, cable and
software companies
University of Denver Sturm College of Law—Denver, CO August 2009 – September 2010 Research Assistant, Professor Viva Moffat
Conducted research for article, The Wrong Tool for the Job: the IP Problem with Non-Competition Agreements BUSINESS / MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE
Alpine Wine Design—Golden, CO January 2006 – Present Co-Owner / Director of Sales and Marketing
Developed and launched high-end woodworking company while attending law school full time Co-ownership over all operations of a small business that generates over $200,000 in annual revenue including:
creative concept and production, product development and manufacturing, retail clientele procurement, customer relations, accounting and finance, and marketing and retail outreach
Developed successful business plan that does not require business to obtain outside financing while maintaining a minimum 25% annual revenue growth rate for next four years
City of Boulder, City Manager’s Office—Boulder, CO April 2006 – May 2008 Administrative Specialist II
Worked closely with City Council to coordinate successful recruitment of City board and commission members Improved efficiency of elections process for City Clerk by developing publically accessible electronic record of
campaign contributions and associated filings Ensured City compliance with state and federal posting standards by researching requisite sunshine and election
laws and meeting their requirements Reviewed legislative agenda and assisted senior City officials in identifying and pursuing constituent interests
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Business/Management Experience Continued:
Progressive Artists Agency—Beverly Hills, CA April – August 2005 Agent Assistant
Facilitated, negotiated and prepared employment contracts for actors and writers in film and television industry Monitored entertainment casting breakdowns and submitted appropriate clientele, resulting in 15% callback rate
Michael Donovan Casting—Los Angeles, CA April – August 2005 Casting Intern
Coordinated and assisted with casting of film, television, commercials and theater projects
National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences—Santa Monica, CA January – October 2004 Coordinator, Education Programs
Developed and implemented successful fundraising and award programs for GRAMMY Foundation Facilitated annual Entertainment Law Initiative; expanded outreach resulting in increased legal community
participation
Denver Center Theatre Company—Denver, CO September 2002 – June 2003 Production Electrician
Maintained electrical systems and implemented lighting design for 2002-2003 repertory season
City of Aspen—Aspen, CO June 1998 – June 2002 Stage Manager, Wheeler Opera House
Managed casting, scheduling, and coordination of productions, and media/talent interactions
HBO—Aspen, CA February 1996 – 2007 Aspen ComedyFest Master Electrician
During February of each year, installed and operated lighting systems for annual event broadcast on international premium cable television network that reached over 38.6 million subscribers
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS / INTERESTS
Colorado Bar Association, Intellectual Property Section Member; Colorado Women’s Bar Association; Copyright Law Society
Skiing, dancing, squash, yoga and travel
Matthew Hanna 2075 S. Josephine St. Apt. 302, Denver, CO 80210 ■ (612) 669-3443 ■ [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver, College of Law, Denver, CO
JD, May 2011
Mock Trial: Competitor, Moot Court, Hon. Figa Motion Competition, 2011
Coach, 1L Mock Trial Team, Student Trial Lawyers Association (STLA), 2010
Judge, 2 rounds of mock trial competition, STLA, 2010
Competitor, STLA fall & spring mock trial competitions (9 competitions), 2008-2011
Competitor, Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot, 2010
Journal: Staff Editor, Sports and Entertainment Law Journal, 2009-2011
Activities: Student Member, Colorado Bar Association (attend CLE programs on trial skills), 2009-2011
President 2010-2011; Publicity Chair 2009-2010, ACLU - DU Chapter
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
BA in Political Science – Concentration in Law & Politics, May 2007
BA in Journalism – Strategic Communications/Public Relations, May 2007
Honors: College of Liberal Arts Honors, Cum Laude
Leadership: Captain; Treasurer, Fencing Club (drafted $10K annual budget; turned large deficit into surplus
through planning, reorganizing, fundraising, and lobbying for funds), 2002-2007
Activities: Debater, Parliamentary Debate Society (ranked “Silver Medalist” in League of Upper Midwest)
Member, Public Relations Student Society of America, 2004-2006
Student Associate, Gopher Impressions (provided pro-bono PR work for campus non-profits)
Volunteer, Students for General Wesley Clark for President, 2003-2004
LITIGATION EXPERIENCE
Student Attorney, Civil Litigation Clinic – University of Denver, Denver, CO August 2010 – December 2010
Represented clients in administrative proceedings, civil protection order hearings, and wage theft cases
Conducted all aspects of litigation from client interview through hearings
Drafted all necessary legal documents, including demand letters, complaints, and motions
Conducted legal research in preparation for litigation
Certified Intern, Colorado Public Defender, Arapahoe County, CO June 2010 – August 2010
Represented approximately 30 clients at a time at docket and all court proceedings
Appeared on record during trial and motions hearing
Conducted legal research and drafted motions
Interviewed and counseled clients
Intern, Bachus & Schanker, LLC, Denver, CO June 2009 – August 2009
Conducted legal research and wrote memorandum on a variety of personal injury topics
Reviewed discovery and drafted corresponding C.R.C.P. 26(a)(1) and 26(a)(2) disclosures
Drafted motions and proposed court orders
Observed and assisted during witness depositions
Volunteer Bailiff, 18th
Judicial District, Centennial, CO March 2009
Observed prosecution and defense attorneys conduct voir dire in a murder trial in which a capital sentence was
being sought
ADDITIONAL EXPERINCE
Campaign Organizer, ACLU of Montana, Helena, MT April 2008 – June 2008
Customer Service Professional, BASF Building Systems, Shakopee, MN September 2007 – April 2008
Intern, The Trust for Public Land, St. Paul, MN September 2006 – May 2007
Intern, Amy Klobuchar for U.S. Senate Campaign, Minneapolis, MN September 2005-May 2006
Jason D. Hermele 2212 Perry St., Denver, CO 80212 • (720) 440-1244 • [email protected]
EDUCATION University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
J.D., expected May 2011
• GPA: 3.51
• Class Rank: Top 17% (38/228)
• Denver University Law Review, Senior Editor
o Publication: Note, Arizona v. Gant: Rethinking the Evidence-Gathering Justification for the Search
Incident to Arrest Exception, and Testing a New Approach, 87 DENV. U. L. REV. 175 (2009).
• Academic Achievement Program, Teaching Assistant, Torts, Fall 2009
• Sturm College of Law General Scholarship (3-year academic merit scholarship)
University of Oregon, Eugene, OR
B.A., Journalism, focusing in Magazine and Public Relations, June 2007
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Benson & Associates, Golden, CO November 2010 – April 2011
Law Clerk
• Researched and drafted assorted motions and discovery documents for a mid-size boutique firm
specializing in construction defect litigation
Colorado Supreme Court, Justice Allison H. Eid, Denver, CO January 2010 – August 2010
Intern
• Researched and wrote memoranda recommending that the Court grant or deny certiorari after reviewing
petitions and briefs in diverse areas of law
• Observed oral arguments before the court
1st Judicial District, Judge Tamara Russell, Golden, CO June 2009 – August 2009
Intern
• Researched and prepared various court orders for Judge Russell’s signature, including orders granting or
denying motions to reconsider sentencing
• Worked as bailiff during jury trials
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Wellshire Inn, Denver, CO March 2008 – July 2008
Banquet Server
• Facilitated preparation of banquets for all types of special interest and social groups, assuring all details
were handled in timely, professional manner
Denver Daily News, Denver, CO August 2007 – November 2007
News Assistant
• Worked on deadlines to produce news features for readership of 20,000
• Authored business, news, and sports briefs
Cottage Grove Sentinel, Cottage Grove, OR January 2006 – June 2006
Sports Reporter
• Reported winter and spring high school athletics for a community of over 9,000
INTERESTS
• Areas of Interest: Civil Litigation, Natural Resources Law, Employment Law, Appellate Advocacy
• Sports—especially basketball, football and baseball
• Literature—Hunter S. Thompson and Kurt Vonnegut are among my favorites
MATTHEW WILLIAM HOFMEISTER 22 S. Ogden St. #225 - Denver, CO 80209 (610) 322-2441 [email protected]
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF DENVER STURM COLLEGE OF LAW, J.D., May 2011 GPA: 3.54; Rank: 33/228 (top 14%)
Reached playoffs (top 64 of 263 teams), Vis Int’l Commercial Arb. Moot (Vienna), 2011 o Honorable Mention for Best Oralist (top 10% of 700+ participants)
National 2nd Place Winner (34 Teams), Tulane Baseball Arb. Competition, Feb. 2011 National 1st Place Winner, Grammy Foundation Entertainment Law Initiative, Jan. 2010 Scholastic Excellence Award, top student out of 80 in Corporations, Fall 2009 Hartje Objective Writing Award finalist, top six out of 250 memo submissions, Fall 2008 Senior Articles Editor, University of Denver Sports & Entertainment Law Journal President, Intellectual Property Law Society Student Member, Thompson Marsh Inn of Court
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY, B.A.’s in Political Science and Philosophy, May 2007 GPA: 3.50 (cum laude)
Co-Captain, Mock Trial Team; twice reached National Championships; “Best Attorney” plaque
Studied and interned abroad in Brussels, Belgium, Fall 2006
WORK UNIV. OF DENVER / NEWMONT MINING CORP., Greenwood Village, CO EXPERIENCE Geocaris In-House Counsel Fellow, in August 2011
Ten-week fellowship sponsored by the University of Denver Will be involved in intellectual property transactions and civil and employment litigation
JUDGE WILLIAM HOOD, 2ND JUD. DIST. OF COLORADO, Denver, CO
Intern Supervisor, January—March 2011 Training and supervising new interns, drafting orders, and helping administrate a civil
docket Judicial Intern, August—December 2010
Drafting orders and helping administrate a civil docket UNIVERSITY OF DENVER Denver, CO Research Assistant, September 2010—Present
Analyzing case law for Professor Viva Moffat on the IP protection of characters Research Assistant, February—December 2010
Analyzing case law for Professor Arthur Best’s Supplement to Wigmore on Evidence Teaching Assistant, August 2009—May 2010
Assisted teaching Professor Jeremy Weintraub’s first-year legal writing class
REPUBLIC FINANCIAL CORPORATION, Aurora, CO In-House Counsel Intern, June—August 2010
Private equity due diligence; preparing loan reviews and risk analyses; drafting legal instruments such as loan purchase agreements and notices of default
SCHUCHAT, HERZOG & BRENMAN LLC, Denver, CO
Legal Intern, January—May 2010 Corporate law research and memoranda; drafted pleadings in two breach of contract
lawsuits
WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION, Geneva, Switzerland eHealth Intern, June—August 2009
Drafting memos on international public-private partnerships; developed a business plan for a new WHO directive aimed at providing African hospitals with online access to IPR-protected content
PUBLICATIONS Susan Brushaber & Matthew Hofmeister, Trademark Case Law Updates (U.S.), The
International Lawyer - 2010 Year-in-Review (2011).
Matthew Hofmeister, “The RIAA and Online Piracy: Why Bundling Access to Digital Music with Other Products and Services Would Give the Industry Greater Control over Downloading,” Entertainment and Sports Lawyer (Vol. 28, No. 1 (Spring 2010)), 1, 32-36.
INTERESTS Travel, golf, snowboarding, chess, guitar, nonfiction literature, art FIELDS OF Intellectual property, civil litigation, alternative dispute resolution, business law, sports INTEREST and entertainment law
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KIMBERLY A. JACKSON
1709 East 5th Ave � Denver, CO 80218 � Phone: 719-229-6827 (cell) � [email protected]
INTERESTS: Environmental/Natural Resource Law, Land Use Law, Oil & Gas Law, Energy Law, Water Law,
Contract Law, Transactional Law, Health Law, State/Local/Municipal Law, Indian/Indigenous Populations Law
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES GROUP– GUNNISON, CO
2010-Present
Research Fellow
� Conducted research on the legal and public health impacts of mining in terms of large-volume waste management, mine
closure planning, environmental legacy of current and prospective mining operations, environmental management
systems (including Environmental Impact Statements) as well as biodiversity and sustainability concerns.
� At the request of the World Bank Group prepared an analysis of certain mining agreements in Sierra Leone to
compare these agreements both to current legislation and international best practice.
� Prepared manuscript and presentation for the Lowell Institute for Mineral Resources, University of Arizona
(November 2010) and the Civil Society Meeting of Representatives of Mining Affected Communities in Conakry,
Guinea (March 2011).
� Worked in partnership with the Denver law firm of Holme Roberts & Owen on a draft Integrated Mine Closure
Planning and Sustainable Development Guide as well as a Model Mining Development Agreement.
MINERAL KING PARTNERS, LLC – DENVER, CO / TULARE COUNTY, CA
2007-2010
Legal Assistant—Transactional Law Division
� Researched legal issues pertaining to California’s zoning, land use, and coastal commission regulations and
policies.
� Provided drafting support regarding a project during which nine acres of contaminated land owned by a private
dairy was disposed of and turned over to the city of Tulare, California.
� Drafted memoranda for partners and associates of the firm with a focus on the National Environmental Policy Act
(NEPA) and what needed to be done to ensure compliance with the Act.
DENVER HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER – DENVER, CO
2001-2006
Environmental and Public Health Surveillance Clinician
� Researched federal and state environmental law and land use/zoning issues that directly impacted the citizens of the
City and County of Denver, Colorado.
� Interviewed and consulted with residents of the City and County of Denver, Colorado who were impacted by
environmental and public health nuisances in and around their homes and businesses. Documented and reported on
the projected environmental and health-related impacts of these nuisance structures/contaminants/particulates.
� Conducted research in the areas of health law and malpractice, with a specific focus on healthcare transactions,
hospital regulation, HIPAA, bioethics, and accreditation.
NATIONAL JEWISH MEDICAL AND RESEARCH CENTER– DENVER, CO
1996-2001
Clinical Researcher
� Developed and refined experimental designs, sampling techniques, and analytical methods in compliance with
National Institutes of Health (NIH) guidelines that were established for academic and pharmaceutical research
protocols.
� Drafted responses to administrative, federal, and state agencies when inquiries were lodged regarding our research
programs and clinical trials.
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ADDITIONAL LEGAL EXPERIENCE (Internships and Public Interest Work)
COLORADO LAWYER’S COMMITTEE—DENVER, CO
Food Stamp/Indigent Care Task Force (Fall 2010)
� Provided legal support services to indigent clients in Denver and Adams Counties.
� Assisted with legal aid clinics in the Metropolitan Denver Area.
� Researched state and federal policy on commodities programs, administrative grievance processes, and issues of
standing and ripeness regarding legal recourse for clients who were wrongly denied benefits.
REAL ENERGY SOLUTIONS/REALCOM ASSOCIATES LLC —BELLEVUE, WA
Groundwater and Solar Project Intern (Summer 2010)
� Conducted legal research on geothermal and solar energy regulations as well as research on water law.
� Major duties consisted of title searching, public records research, and interviewing clients.
� Participated in site visits to various client properties prior to land sales/acquisitions and collaborated with
surveyors and land appraisers as needed.
ISAACSON ROSENBAUM, P.C.—DENVER, CO
Legal Intern—Land Use and Zoning Survey (Summer 2009)
� Conducted legal research in advance of the City and County of Denver’s major zoning overhaul of 2010.
� Drafted legal memorandum and opinion letters as well as assisting with client interviews.
� Worked in these following areas of legal research: Brownfield Redevelopment, CleanTech, and Oil & Gas
Permitting/Water Rights
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER STURM COLLEGE OF LAW– DENVER, CO
LL.M. Candidate, Environmental and Natural Resource Law, May 2012
� Concentration areas: Oil & Gas, Mining, Sustainable Development & Land Use
� Scheduled to take the Colorado and New Mexico Bar Exams in February 2012
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER STURM COLLEGE OF LAW– DENVER, CO
Juris Doctor, August 2011
� Evening student—worked 30 hours/week while attending law school from 2007-2011
� Member: Land Use Law Society, Health Law Society, Alternative Dispute Resolution Society
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF DENVER– DENVER, CO
Certificate, Advanced Practice Nursing (Active Colorado Nursing License No. 46182), December 2006
� Magna Cum Laude
� Practice areas of epidemiology, environmental and public health, and maternal-fetal health
� Scholarship: Denver Health Foundation (Merit-Based Scholarship)
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO– DENVER, CO
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology/Minor in Urban Health and Urban Planning, May 2005
� Wrote National Institute of Health grants and conducted research with University of Colorado at Denver
Department of Psychology Faculty Dr. Michael Zinser
� Dean’s List, Spring Semester 2004 and Fall Semester 2004
Commercial Attorney -- Corporate In-House Counsel
Corporate counsel with over 15 years experience who walked in the shoes of the business client. Holistic thinker. Dealmaker who turns information into results.
• Dispute Resolution, Negotiation, Mediation• Contracts, Lending, Leasing, Creditor Rights
• Policies, Processes, Procedures• Outside Counsel Management
• Business Perspective
Professional Experience
HARKESS AND SALTER, LLC, Lakewood, CO! ! ! ! ! ! 2011-presentOf CounselCounsel consumer clients, prepare and file Ch. 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions, provide representation at creditor meetings. Handle general contract matters. Conduct financial forensic research and analysis.
REGIS UNIVERSITY, Denver, CO! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 2009-presentAssociate Faculty, College of Professional StudiesDevelop course materials and instruct graduate students in guided independent study of legal aspects of pursued professions.
KEY EQUIPMENT FINANCE INC, Superior, CO! ! ! ! ! ! 2009-2011Asset Recovery Officer Worked out and disposed of troubled loans and leases for national and international equipment leasing subsidiary of national bank. • Managed domestic and international multi-million dollar portfolio of troubled assets secured
by aircraft, commercial/military vehicles, and healthcare and IT equipment, meeting the company’s year-end goals for disposition of non-performing assets.
• Participated in large note sale transactions.• Mediated and negotiated loan and lease workout and defense litigation matters, including
accounts affected by federal, municipal, and commercial vendor relationships, significantly increasing recoveries beyond projected values.
• Managed outside counsel, increasing oversight and measurably reducing fee expenses.• Led task force of cross-functional resources to develop and implement processes and
procedures, achieving integration and compliance with corporate the asset recovery department.
Floy h jeffares, J.D.Metro Denver, Colorado
303-403-8335 [email protected] ______________________________________________________________________________
COBANK, ACB, Greenwood Village, CO! ! ! ! ! ! ! 2004-2008Senior AttorneySenior-level transactional and contracts counsel for farm credit bank for cooperatives.• Documented, reviewed, and negotiated multi-million dollar loan and collateral documents for
agricultural cooperatives, rural utilities (incl. RUS), and export finance, ensuring that specialized expertise is developed and remains in house.
• Provided on-going legal support to relationship managers for rural utility, agribusiness and international accounts, and the IT department, including vendor contract review and negotiation, thereby controlling legal expenses and facilitating turn-around efficiencies.
• Led task forces for creation of pro bono program, e-discovery overhaul, and diverse regulatory compliance, thus identifying and controlling operational risk.
• Reviewed and advised on effects of mergers, acquisitions and related corporate transactions on loan and collateral situation.
QWEST INTERNATIONAL, Denver, CO! ! ! ! ! ! ! 2000-2003Government Affairs Manager and Regulatory Attorney Managed legislative, regulatory, and lobbying efforts, implement FCC mandates and handled FCC legal matters for wireless subsidiary of regional ILEC. • Ensured timely and complete FCC and state regulatory compliance mandate implementation
(such as Universal Service, 211, TTY and 911) by overseeing engineering and network resources compliance activities.
• Advocated on behalf of wireless industry through trade association CTIA and in-house efforts, creating a policy climate conducive to client’s interests.
• Achieved positive outcomes in FCC ex parte matters.
WELLS FARGO AND COMPANY, Denver, CO! ! ! ! ! ! 1991-2000Senior Counsel• Documented commercial loans and collateral matters, controlling legal fees. Managed legal
orders processing team. Provided daily legal advice deposits, Letters of Credit government affairs, PAC, business banking, international.
Additional Relevant Experience and Skills
• Appeals Counsel: post-conviction appeals, legal research and writing.• Consumer Debt Collection: county court litigation, small business contract matters.• Pro Bono: American Indian College Fund, AARP, Metro Volunteer Lawyers, Safehouse Denver.• Native German language and European cultural skills; knowledgeable in French.
Education
Juris Doctor, University of Denver Sturm College of Law, COBachelor of Arts, University of Colorado at Denver, CO (with Distinction)
Abitur, Coburg, Germany
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BRYAN P. JENSEN
Lone Tree, CO 80124 ● 303.949.8440 ● [email protected] ● www.linkedin/in/bryanpjensen
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PRACTICE AREAS OF INTEREST / BAR ADMISSION
Bankruptcy, Finance, Trust and Estate Planning Colorado Bar Exam, July 2011 – Anticipated Admission, October 2011
EDUCATION
Sturm College of Law, University of Denver, Denver CO Aug 2008–Present LLM Taxation, expected December 2011 GPA: 80.5 JD, May 2010 GPA: 3.54/4.0 Rank: 35/277, Top 13 %
• Denver University Law Review, 2008–10 o Business Editor, Executive Board, 2009-10, Staff Editor, 2008–09
• Recipient, James C. Owen, Jr./Holme Roberts & Owen Endowed Scholarship 2009–10
• Recipient, Arthur B. Hayutin Scholarship 2009–10
• Recipient, ABI Medal of Excellence in Bankruptcy
• National Semi-Finalist, 2009 ABA Tax Challenge, San Antonio, TX o Runner-up, Best Written Submission
• Publications: o Recent Developments in Chapter 11, NORTON ANNUAL SURVEY OF BANKRUPTCY LAW, 1115 (2010). o Crawford v. Marion County Election Board: The Missed Opportunity to Remedy the Ambiguity and
Unpredictability of Burdick, 86 DENV. U. L. REV. 535 (2009).
• Panelist, DU Law Alumni Reception o Changing Face of Chapter 11 Business Bankruptcies, New York City, 2009
Daniels College of Business, University of Denver, Denver, CO Aug 2010–Present MBA – Accounting, expected June 2012 GPA: 3.67 MS – Finance, expected December 2012 GPA: 3.30
• Recipient, Turnaround Management Association (TMA) Scholarship 2011-12
Regis University, Denver, CO
BS – Finance, magna cum laude, May 2007
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Granite Loan Management, LLC, Centennial, CO Feb 2011–Present Legal Intern
• Researched mechanics’ lien law to review and modify library of forms and ensure statutory compliance
• Reviewed and recommended modifications to external/internal procedural manuals to ensure statutory compliance
• Researched and summarized state mortgage servicing licensing requirements for senior management
• Reviewed, edited, and made recommendations for modifications of operating agreements and business contracts
Honorable Sidney B. Brooks, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Denver, CO May 2009–Nov 2009 Judicial Intern
• Evaluated Motions for Summary Judgment and drafted orders
• Reviewed and evaluated motions for relief from stay, conversion, dismissal, and reaffirmation agreements; made recommendations to Judge for disposition
• Researched and drafted memoranda on legal issues concerning estate property, removal and remand, standing and real party in interest, Rooker-Feldman Doctrine, issue and claim preclusion, and D’Oench Duhme Doctrine
• Observed relief from stay, plan confirmation, approval of reaffirmation agreements, conversion, dismissal, and approval of sale of assets proceedings
• Drafted case summaries of recent Tenth Circuit BAP opinions
BRYAN P. JENSEN
Lone Tree, CO 80124 ● 303.949.8440 ● [email protected] ● www.linkedin/in/bryanpjensen
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Prof. Michael D. Sousa, Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO Jan 2009–May 2010 Research Assistant
• Updated and edited Chapter 11 Cases Filed by Individuals, NORTON’S BANKRUPTCY LAW & PRACTICE 3D
• Researched potential topic for publication discussing impermissibility of waiving right to file bankruptcy and automatic stay
• Assisted in updating Consumer Bankruptcy Manual with case research and recommendations
Poulson, Odell & Peterson, LLC, Denver, CO Oct 2008 –July 2009 Law Clerk
ProBuild Holdings, Inc., Denver, CO May 2008–July 2008 Law Clerk
• Sole law clerk supporting two in-house counsel at headquarters of nation’s largest supplier of building materials with 200 employees and sales in excess of $4.5B
• Reviewed and negotiated multi-state, exclusive supply agreement, used as incentive to execute multi-million dollar Asset Purchase Agreement
• Interviewed employees and developed timeline of events for potential litigation threatened by customer
• Created reference guide for case management software used by regional risk mangers and non-legal staff
• Drafted opinion letter for General Counsel, submitted unedited to VP Human Resources, on business aspects of proposed contract for employee relocation services
• Researched and drafted memoranda on various issues, including attorney-client privilege in corporate setting, USERRA, non-compete agreements, and trade secrets
• Drafted revised company electronic resources policy regarding employee computer, software, and internet usage
• Conducted due diligence on 300 leases for purchase option and right of first refusal clauses to assist senior management’s property acquisition strategy
COMMUNITY SERVICE / VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
SCORE, Denver, CO Feb 2011–Present
• Perform extensive financial analysis of clients’ business and present findings and action steps directly to the client
• Coordinate relationship between SCORE and the Community Economic Development Clinic, Sturm College of Law and Career Development Center, Daniels College of Business
Citizen’s Recreation Advisory Committee, Lone Tree, CO Aug 2008–Jan 2009 Denver Home Builders Association (HBA), Denver, CO May 2006 Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Denver, CO Apr 2003–Apr 2004 Troop Advancement Chair, Eagle Scout, BSA, Iowa City, IA Aug 1987–Apr 1998
BRYAN P. JENSEN
Lone Tree, CO 80124 ● 303.949.8440 ● [email protected] ● www.linkedin/in/bryanpjensen
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REFERENCES
Honorable Sidney B. Brooks Bankruptcy Judge United States District of Colorado 721 19th Street, Courtroom E Denver, Colorado 80202 720.904.7338 [email protected] Michael D. Sousa Professor of Law University of Denver Sturm College of Law 2250 East Evans Avenue, Suite 455L Denver, Colorado 80208 303.871.6292 [email protected] Robert Lantz Law Clerk, Bankruptcy Court United States District of Colorado 721 19th Street, Room 541 Denver, Colorado 80202 720.904.7339 [email protected] Will DePuy General Counsel Granite Loan Management, LLC 10770 E. Briarwood Ave., Suite 280 Centennial, Colorado 80112 303.925.2078 [email protected]
Justin Johnson 1120 City Park Ave., #B105| Fort Collins, CO 80521 | 515-250-5343 | [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver, Sturm College of Law; Denver, CO Juris Doctor; May 2009
� GPA: 3.58, ranked 32 out of 255 (Top 13%)
� Received Scholastic Excellence Awards for best student performance in Alternative
Dispute Resolution, Advanced Legal Research, and first-year persuasive writing class
� Nominated for best memorandum in first-year objective writing class (Hartje Award)
� Civil Litigation Clinic:
o Focused on Breach of Contract, Wage Claims, Landlord/Tenant, and Collections
o Accountable for all attorney responsibilities including client relations, developing
case theory and litigation strategy, negotiating with adversaries, resolving ethics
issues, drafting motions and briefs, and performing trial work
� Penn State Capitals of Europe Study Abroad Program:
o Engaged in brief Socratic sparing with Chief Justice Roberts regarding the United
States Supreme Court Chief Justice’s role and responsibilities
University of Iowa; Iowa City, IA
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Distinction; May 2003
� GPA: 3.93 (Top 5%)
� Acknowledged on President’s List three times (consecutive semesters with 4.0 GPA)
LEGAL WORK EXPERIENCE
BarReciprocity.com; Denver, CO February 2010 - Present
Owner and Entrepreneur – Expected to publish in August 2011
� Founder of BarReciprocity.com, an on-line legal database that organizes and consolidates state bar
admission and reciprocity information.
� Responsible for website design, content development, marketing, and business direction
Johnson Law Firm; West Des Moines, IA Legal Assistant/Contract Attorney - Consumer Law May 2002 – Present
� Currently work remotely on a contract basis
� Consult with attorney regarding business direction, finances, and marketing
� Expertise in federal unfair debt collection law and abusive debt collection practices
� Knowledge of Identity Theft, Fair Credit Reporting, Landlord/Tenant, Illegal
Repossessions, Deceptive and Unfair Practices, and UCC Article 9
� Investigate, analyze, and draft a variety of Pleadings, Memorandums, Motions, and
Briefs related to Consumer Law
� Review discovery documents for individual cases and class action litigations
BAR ADMISSIONS � Colorado; United States District Court for the District of Colorado; Iowa
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE � Lawn Maintenance and Landscape Laborer (4 years) � Ski and Snowboard Technician (3 years)
TODD EDWARD LIKMAN 901 Englewood Pkwy., Apt. I–213, Englewood, CO 80110 • (973) 727-7015 • [email protected]
EDUCATION University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO J.D., May 2011; GPA: 3.2929; Class Rank: 92/228; Top 40%; Certificate in Environmental & Natural Resources Law
• University of Denver Water Law Review: Articles Editor 2010 – 2011, Staff Editor 2009 – 2010 o Led and trained a group of staff editors o Recipient, Highest Bluebooking (Cite and Source) Score Award during Fall 2009 Candidacy o Publications: 2 Case Summaries, January and June 2010; 1 Book Note, Spring 2010
• Outstanding Student Attorney Award (peer-voted), Environmental Law Clinic, 2010 – 2011 • Best Motion Practice Award (director-selected), Environmental Law Clinic, 2010 – 2011 • Scholastic Excellence Award (highest academic performance), Natural Resources Law, Spring 2010 • Student Trial Lawyers Association, Attorney and Witness Participant in three mock trial competitions • Public Interest Law Group, Member • American Bar Association, Law Student Member • Colorado Bar Association, Law Student Member
Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC B.A., Political Science and Spanish, May 2008; GPA: 3.456
• Cum Laude Graduate; Dean’s List (every semester) • Honor Societies: Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science), Sigma Delta Pi (Spanish) • Pre-Law Society, 2004 – 2008 • Study Abroad: University of Salamanca, Spain, Fall 2006
BAR STATUS Sitting for the July 2011 Colorado Bar Examination
INTERESTS
• Environmental Law • Water Law • Natural Resources Law • Civil Litigation • Criminal Defense
LEGAL EXPERIENCE Environmental Law Clinic, University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO Student Attorney August 2010 – May 2011
• Worked as lead Student Attorney on a pending federal citizen suit under the CAA • Appeared before the United States District Court for the District of Colorado, including arguing the merits of a
Summary Judgment hearing • Wrote motions, pleadings, correspondence, and legal memoranda; conducted original legal research; and
represented and interacted with members from non-profit organization WildEarth Guardians • Gained substantive and practical knowledge of APA, NEPA, ESA, FLPMA, and NFMA • Prepared substantive and policy comments addressing CDPHE permitting under the CAA
Legal Counsel Division, EPA Office of Criminal Enforcement, Forensics, and Training, Denver, CO Legal Intern Summer 2010
• Worked closely with attorneys to research complex legal and scientific issues arising in civil and criminal litigation, with emphasis on discovery and evidentiary problems; prepared legal memoranda based on findings
• Conducted research and prepared legal memoranda analyzing use of regulations issued under CWA, RCRA and other statutes for criminal enforcement
• Assisted with designing and populating an internal "Document Bank" for future use by prosecutors of environmental crimes
TODD EDWARD LIKMAN p. 2 Bayer & Carey P.C., Denver, CO Summer and Fall 2009 Law Clerk
• Worked closely with attorneys on various research projects regarding complex legal and factual issues involving insurance defense litigation; drafted and prepared legal memoranda based on findings
• Wrote motions, deposition summaries, correspondence, and internal legal updates Colorado Environmental Coalition, Denver, CO Summer 2009 Volunteer Legal Intern – Global Warming/Clean Energy/Transportation/Smart Growth
• Researched and wrote memoranda on existing and pending federal legislation regarding Climate Change, Clean Energy, Transportation, Smart Growth and Hydraulic Fracturing
• Organized and coordinated meetings involving various Colorado environmental organizations, as well as district meeting between environmental organizations and U.S. House Representative Betsy Markey
• Participated in weekly conference calls and meetings to determine when and how Colorado environmental community should take action on various environmental issues
• Prepared website content updates; wrote letters to the editor (one selected for publication in the Denver Post)
Porzio Pharmaceutical Services, LLC, Morristown, NJ Summer 2008 Regulatory Analyst Intern
• Conducted research projects on pending and active pharmaceutical legislation at federal and state levels to update and control quality of Porzio Pharmaceutical Digest, an innovative and interactive online database providing up-to-date tracking of pharmaceutical regulations
• Wrote and prepared Summary and Supporting Excerpt of Law documents for bills, resolutions, and existing statutes to be posted on Digest
• Assisted and collaborated with senior regulatory analysts and attorneys on urgent research projects for clients Public Defender’s Office of Forsyth County, Winston-Salem, NC Fall 2007 Volunteer Intern
• Responded to phone calls and provided assistance to clients in both English and Spanish • Worked closely with legal assistants and attorneys to provide general clerical support, organize defendant
information, and index files • Observed cases in court; delivered/retrieved documents at courthouse
Porzio, Bromberg, and Newman P.C., Morristown, NJ Summer 2007, Winter Break 2007 – 08 Paralegal Intern
• Worked closely with other interns to research and develop network database of Physicians Desk Reference drug information for Hormone Therapy Litigation
• Worked in Tax Appeals practice area to organize client information and files, research assessment values, track appeals, draft correspondence to tax assessors advising of assessment information
• Participated in numerous information sessions about general office procedures and in various legal education seminars regarding the practice of law
• Served as witnesses in firm’s mock trial program
SKILLS / ACTIVITIES / INTERESTS
• Proficient in Standard Spanish (Speaking and Writing) • C.H.A.N.G.E. (Communities Helping All Neighbors Gain Empowerment), Volunteer; worked to improve public
education in Winston Salem, NC, Spring 2006 • Outward Bound, Participant, Appalachian Mountains • Skiing, Golf, Tennis, Soccer, Baseball, Running, Biking, Hiking, Camping
Richard M. Lynch 1871 South University Blvd. #18 • Denver, CO 80210 • (609) 351-2149 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor, May 2011; GPA 3.09
• Student Trial Lawyers Association, Mock trial participant
• Senior Editor of the Water Law Review
• Published book note in Water Law Review
• Advertisement Chairperson of the American Constitution Society, Spring 2009
• Advanced Constitutional Law Excellence Award
Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, May 2007; GPA 3.1 overall, 3.3 in Major
• Minors in History and Environmental Studies
• Lehigh University Employee, Work/Study Program
• Dean’s List
EXPERIENCE
Aurora Public Defender’s Office Internship Spring 2011
• Co-chaired several jury trials, including injury to property, assault and battery, and domestic
violence cases
• Assisted in plea negotiations with clients, including informing clients of their rights, defenses,
and any immigration or other collateral consequences
• Produced memorandum analyzing probation officer’s right to summarily revoke treatment
classes of probationer without court approval
Externship Summer 2010
• Participated in all stages of criminal proceedings, from conducting client interviews and plea
bargaining, to assisting with arraignments, jury trials, and requesting reductions of bail
Professor Robert Hardaway Book Publication Summer 2010
Research Assistant
• Examined the history of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines in relation to the Sixth Amendment right
to a public trial
• Researched and drafted memoranda regarding the feasibility of jury sentencing as an alternative to
determinate sentencing
Gablehouse Calkins & Granberg, LLC Summer 2009
Externship
• Produced memorandum analyzing a products liability suit against a solvent manufacturer for
chemical contamination during the dry cleaning process
• Prepared memorandum analyzing federal cases interpreting provisions of EPCRA and civil rights
violations for government agencies’ failure to respond to emergencies.
INTERESTS
• Recreational: Hiking, Alpine Skiing, Biking, Golf, Playing Guitar
• Legal: Criminal Defense, Civil litigation, Family Law, Water Law
LAUREN MCDOUGAL
6585 West 84th Way, Unit 118, Arvada, Colorado, 80003 � (720) 308-1134 � [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO Transferred from Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI
Candidate for Juris Doctor, May 2011
• Senior Staff Editor, University of Denver Law Review
• Student Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Trial Practice Class, Spring 2011
• ABA Negotiation Competition, Fall 2010
University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO Bachelor of Arts, English and Political Science, May 2008
• Winner of Harold D. Kelling Essay Prize for Literary Excellence, essay entitled: Origins of Humanity
• Scholarship Chair, Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority
EEEEXPERIENCE XPERIENCE XPERIENCE XPERIENCE
Second Judicial District – Denver County, Denver, CO November 2010 – April 2011 Judicial Intern to Judge Catherine Lemon
• Analyzed 15-20 briefs on multiple issues including administrative appeals, third party beneficiaries, breach of contract, statute of limitations, and reasonableness of insurance companies.
• Wrote 5-10 opinions of the Court signed by Judge with minimal stylistic changes.
• Submitted orders granting summary judgment, determination on a question of law, bill of costs, and default judgments.
• Drafted legal memorandum for Law Clerk which included appropriate recommendations to Judge Lemon.
• Thoroughly researched and analyzed relevant case law for motions.
• Prepared court room for trials and hearings and delivered supplies to jurors.
U.S. Department of Labor – Office of the Solicitor, Denver, CO January 2010 – August 2010 Legal Intern
• Drafted successful 13 page section of a 48 page post-hearing brief for a Mine Health and Safety Administration (“MSHA”) enforcement proceeding.
• Wrote enforcement subpoena for Wage and Hour settlement agreement.
• Created a confidential settlement letter submitted to Magistrate Judge Boland used to negotiate a favorable settlement for client.
• Prepared and responded to requests for admission, interrogatories, and requests for production.
• Drafted a Rule 26 disclosure document for Wage and Hour enforcement case.
• Assisted two trial attorneys in formulating deposition outlines for MSHA enforcement cases.
• Analyzed various legal issues for three trial attorneys pertaining to MSHA regulations, Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission (“FMSHRC”) decisions, 10th Circuit case law, Fair Labor and Standards Act, employment law, and bankruptcy law.
• Maintained and organized case files and exhibits for MSHA and Wage and Hour litigation.
• Observed depositions, witness preparation meetings, client meetings, and settlement conferences.
Natural Resources Law Center, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO May 2009 – August 2009 Research Assistant to Professor Squillace
• Researched and edited second edition of The Strip Mining Handbook, which provided citizens and organizations a guide to enforcing the complex Surface Mining Reclamation and Control Act.
• Drafted sample letters used by citizens to government agencies for comments, complaints, and FOIA requests.
• Compiled directory of relevant government agencies and special interest groups for easy citizen access.
• Collaborated weekly with superiors on strip mining policy and the future of the mining industry. Took Colorado Bar Exam in July 2011 :::: Primary Interests- Employment, Labor , Environmental, Civil Litigation, Appellate
Kellan McKeon2035 S. Monroe St., Denver, CO 80210 - [email protected] - 919.201.1786
EDUCATIONUniversity of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO J.D., May 2011 (3.21 GPA)
Moot Court National Baseball Arbitration Competition; ABA Client Counseling Competition; Student Trial Lawyers Association Competition
Activities Secretary, Sports & Entertainment Law Society; Business Law Society; American Bar Association
Duke University, Durham, North Carolina B.A. in History; Minor in Theater, May 2008 (3.61 GPA)
Certificate Markets and Management Studies (MMS)Honors Dean’s List – top 10% (3x)
2008 NCAA Academic All-American HonorsAtlantic Coast Conference Athletic Academic Honor Roll (4x)
AthleticsTeam Captain (2 years) and Member (4 years), Duke University Wrestling Team (D-1 NCAA)Varsity Letter Recipient (4x) – 30+ hours/week commitmentSelected to the All Atlantic Coast Conference Academic Wrestling Team (3x)Camp Director, Duke University Wrestling Camps (oversaw staff members and 150 campers)
Leadership Team Representative, Student Athletic Advisory Committee (after Duke Lacrosse scandal, developed PR campaign to improve student-athlete campus and community image)Team Representative, Captain’s Leadership Program (national leadership training)
LEGAL EXPERIENCELegal Intern, All Pro Sports & Entertainment (APSE), Denver, CO August 2010 – Present
● Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda related to relevant issues, including the NFL’s position on a player’s ability to wear a tinted eye shield during game play, non-profit reporting requirements for high school athletic booster club, employer/employee relationship between NCAA and student athletes, ability of collegiate athletes to unionize
● Drafted endorsement agreement between radio talk show host and roofing company; drafted confidentiality agreements and non-disclosure agreements for use between student interns and APSE
● Drafted numerous legal letters, including letter to NFL commissioner appealing client’s fine following penalty in a game, position letter to high school following teacher making allegedly racist comments, discipline letter to employee
● Drafted conflict of interest complaint to be filed with a state bar association regarding an outside sports agent demanding a global liability release while representing a former NFL client
● Registered numerous trademarks; researched existing and potential trademark conflicts and issues Legal Intern, Truhlar & Truhlar, L.L.P., Centennial, CO January 2010 – May 2010
● Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda in the areas of labor, employment, and family law● Drafted Title VII ADA discrimination complaint; drafted demand letter in employment case
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCEBaseball Operations Intern, New York Yankees, New York, NY June 2010 – August 2010
● Prepared scouting reports for players and coaching staff; wrote explanations for obscure MLB rules; created comprehensive statistical reports and video clips for players and coaches; assisted with general administrative duties
● Received training from Assist. GM on standard MLB player contracts and team interactions with commissioner’s office● Edited minor and major league videos on individual players and specific plays using BATS software
Co-Owner, Tilt23 LLC, Denver, CO May 2009 – December 2009
● Eight MBA and JD students formed a consulting company, geared toward entrepreneurs and start-up companies, which conducted market research, created business plans, and coordinated with venture capitals
● Drafted Operating Agreement; served as promoter during incorporation process; filed Articles of Incorporation● Drafted “Statement of Work” Agreement between initial client and company
Research Consultant, Lockheed Martin / Western TechSet Energy Program, Denver, CO June 2009 – September 2009
● Hired through Western TechSet at the University of Denver to research current renewable energy market ● Presented findings to President of Commercial Launch Services at Lockheed Martin and numerous staff members
Jessica C. Melson
1652 S. Humboldt St., Denver CO. 80210 (303) 819-8983 [email protected]
Bar Admission Admitted to Colorado State Bar
Education Denver University Sturm College of Law, Denver, Colorado
Juris Doctorate, May 2010
• Elbert Floyd Scholarship Recipient
• Colorado Indian Bar Association Scholarship Recipient
Saint Gregory University, Shawnee, Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science, Health and Wellness, May 2001
• Deans Honor List
• Varsity Softball Athletic Scholarship
Experience Denver District Court, Denver, CO. February 2011 – August 2011
Judicial Fellowship
• Research, study, and annotate law, court decisions, documents, opinions, briefs, and
related legal authorities to process suits, trials, hearings, appeals, and other litigated
matters.
• Read and digest opinions, briefs, and motions and extract excerpts pertinent to points of
law and fact.
• Prepare briefs, legal memoranda, and statement of issues involved in a case, including
appropriate suggestions or recommendations to the judge.
Arckey & Reha, LLC., Littleton, CO. January 2010 – May 2010
Intern
• Researched and drafted memos, motions, and complaints related to a variety of
employment law issues
• Legal assistant during client meetings, hearings, and trials
The Law Office of Michael A. Ledbetter, Dayton, OH. May 2009 – January 2010
Law Clerk
• Researched and drafted memos, and motions related to employee benefit issues
• Drafted, reviewed, and updated various types of contracts and agreements so that clients
act within the terms of their agreements and within ERISA regulations
Xcel Energy, Denver, CO. October 2008 – May 2009
Law Clerk
• Researched and drafted memos and motions related to federal and state statutes,
regulations and rules and analyzed legal issues primarily related to the electric and
natural gas industry
• Drafted and reviewed various types of contracts, pleadings and discovery
Safeco Insurance, Golden, CO. May 2008 - August 2008
Summer Associate
• Researched and drafted memos, briefs, motions, answers, confidential mediation
statements, settlement documents, deposition summaries, and discoveries by deadlines
• Legal assistant during trials, depositions, and mediations
Community Involvement
• Colorado Lawyers Committee Food Stamp Task Force
• Metro Volunteer Lawyers
Primary Interests: Civil Litigation and Employment Law
Michael P. Murray 1475 Humboldt No. 20 Denver, CO 80218 (303) 506-9215 [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO J.D., May 2011
GPA: 3.50; Class Rank: Top 17% Sturm College of Law General Academic Scholarship Colorado Bar Association, Student Member
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO B.A., English-Literature, July 2007
Cum Laude, GPA: 3.7; Dean’s List, four semesters Study Abroad: Umbra Institute, Perugia, Italy, Fall 2005
EXPERIENCE
DNA Justice Review Project, Office of the Attorney General, Denver, CO May 2010 – May 2011 Legal Intern
Reviewed and analyzed case files for every currently incarcerated inmate in Colorado convicted of homicide or sexual assault to determine merits of any potentially exonerating DNA evidence
Submitted written analysis summarizing factual and procedural history of each case and issued recommendations as to whether cases warrant further inclusion in the Project
Wrote Answer Brief that was filed with the Colorado Court of Appeals and received a favorable ruling from the Court
Civil Litigation Clinic, University of Denver Student Law Office, Denver, CO January 2010 – May 2010 Student Attorney
Represented indigent clients in Denver County Court for unpaid wage claims under Colorado Wage Act Worked closely with El Centro Humanitario on a community organizing campaign to fight unpaid wages
Colorado Common Cause, Denver, CO Summer 2009 Legal Intern
Carefully researched comprehensive campaign and election laws in Colorado and organized research into inclusive binder for legal department
Worked closely with attorneys on discovery and standing arguments for lawsuit filed by Common Cause regarding voter purge in Colorado
Frequently researched legal questions regarding Colorado Sunshine Laws, campaign finance, and election reform and prepared summaries for supervisor and legal department
Castle Marne Bed & Breakfast, Denver, CO January 2008 – August 2008 Manager
Managed staff of 4 innkeepers and 5 housekeepers at small B&B Provided culinary and sommelier services to guests
Enzio’s Italian Restaurant, Fort Collins, CO January 2006 – July 2007 Server
Provided outstanding service to patrons of upscale Italian restaurant during final two years of undergraduate study, working 15-20 hours per week
Commended for exemplary customer service and in depth knowledge of wine selection
Colorado Trail for Multiple Sclerosis Summer 2005 Member
Served as support and gear provider for crew of 7 hikers on entire 471 mile Colorado Trail Presented with Young Philanthropist of the Year Award at 2006 Rocky Mountain Multiple Sclerosis
Center Gala Assisted in raising over $250,000 to date for Rocky Mountain Multiple Sclerosis Center
ACTIVITIES / INTERESTS
Volunteer Teacher, We the People competition, Northglenn High School, Fall 2009 Primary Interests: Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation, Public Interest Work
VICTORIA OGEDEGBE 892 Schooner Cove Ln League City, TX 77573
Email: [email protected] Phone Number: (832) 382-3493
_____________________________________________________________________________ OBJECTIVE: Seeking a position as an Associate which will enable me to utilize my progressive experience, achievements, skills, strategic thinking, and leadership abilities.
CAREER PROFILE: Detail-oriented, efficient and organized professional with experience in individual, partnership and
corporate taxation. Possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out decisions. Excellent tax and legal research and writing skills. CPA Eligible
EXPERIENCE: 6/11- 7/11 Tax Professional – Contract, Vinson and Elkins LLP, Houston, Texas Working in the Tax Department at Vinson and Elkins LLP. Responsible for the completion of the partner audit project. Responsible for preparing state tax returns. Performed tax research and prepared memos on tax issues ranging from tax consequences to highly compensated employees to taxation of income to foreign employees. Conducted tax research to support tax compliance and planning as required. 1/11- 5/11 Tax Intern, International Executive Tax Services, KPMG, Houston, Texas Working on tax returns for US citizens working abroad and foreign citizens employed in the United States. Reviewing and preparing compensation information for expatriates and foreign nationals Prepared periodic tax work papers, schedules and reports. Conducted tax research to support tax compliance and planning as required. Consulting on other tax issues. 9/10- 12/10 Licensed Financial Analyst, Tax Masters, Houston, Texas Responsible for providing tax resolution services to clients. Responsible for negotiating tax settlements with the IRS. Responsible for reviewing client returns and financial information to determine the appropriate tax liability resolution. Reviewed tax returns prepared by the staff accountants. 4/10- 8/10 Finance Intern, Molson Coors Brewing Company, Denver, Colorado Working with the Corporate Technical Accounting Department on standard operating procedure preparations and accounting research memo organization. Performed accounting referencing on tax returns. Performed accounting research analyses, etc. 1/08- 5/08 Student Attorney, Thurgood Marshall Civil Legal Clinic, Houston, Texas Worked on family law classes. Drafted divorce pleadings and counseled clients. Conducted legal research and worked with supervising attorney on 6 civil cases.
EDUCATION: University of Denver, Graduate Tax Program, Denver, Colorado LL.M (Taxation), August 2010
Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Houston, Texas Juris Doctor, May 2008 Civil Law Clinic Student Attorney Phil Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity member Board of Advocates Member University of Houston, Houston, Texas BBA Accounting, May 2005 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Member of the Bar, State of Texas, admitted 2008
SHARON RETZ 3656 South Depew St, Apt. 106 | Lakewood, CO 80235 | (303) 817.5338
[email protected] EDUCATION: UNIVERSITY OF DENVER, STURM COLLEGE OF LAW: DENVER, CO * J.D. conferred MAY 2011 UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO: BOULDER, CO AUGUST 2002 – MAY 2006 * B.A. in International Affairs & B.A. in Political Science WORK EXPERIENCE: STUDENT ATTORNEY, THE CRIMINAL REPRESENTATION CLINIC, UNIVERSITY OF DENVER, STURM COLLEGE OF LAW: DENVER, CO JANUARY 2011 – MAY 2011 * Represented indigent clients charged with various criminal offenses * Developed skills necessary to defend criminal cases, including: client counseling, negotiation, fact investigation, researching & drafting various motions, trial skills LEGAL INTERN, DENVER PROBATE COURT, JUDGE C. JEAN STEWART PRESIDING: DENVER, CO SEPTEMBER 2010 – DECEMBER 2010 * Briefed probate and mental health cases for the Judge in preparation for hearings and trial; drafted orders and letters as directed * Developed various lawyering skills: served as bailiff, assisted the Pro Se Facilitator with intake and reporting requirements, and knowledgeable about judicial portal databases LEGAL INTERN, BYE ENERGY (NOW BEYOND AVIATION): CENTENNIAL, CO MAY 2010 – AUG. 2010 * Reviewed and drafted various documents and contracts * Worked directly with two supervising attorneys on daily legal affairs of a start-up aviation technology company DEPARTMENT MANAGER, NORDSTROM: CHERRY CREEK, CO AUG. 2007 – AUG. 2008 * Promoted to Individualist Department Manager * Assisted in preparation for the Cherry Creek store opening: set-up, hiring, training DEPARTMENT MANAGER, NORDSTROM: BROOMFIELD, CO MAY 2005 – AUG. 2007 * Promoted from Sales Associate to Assistant Manager to Department Manager PERSONAL CARE PROVIDER, COMPLETE HOME HEALTH CARE: BOULDER, CO JUNE 2003 – MAY 2005 * Assisted special needs clients with daily activities PRIMARY INTEREST AREAS: Corporate Law / In-house Counsel, Oil & Gas, Intellectual Property
SHARON RETZ 3656 South Depew St, Apt. 106 | Lakewood, CO 80235 | (303) 817.5338
[email protected] REFERENCES: Jennifer Shaler 3004 Quitman St. Denver, CO 80212 (970) 846-1693 Relationship: Supervising Attorney at Denver Probate Court Judge C. Jean Stewart 1437 Bannock St., #230 Denver, CO 80202 (720) 865-8310 Relationship: Presiding Judge for Denver Probate Court Howard Rosenberg 2255 E. Evans Ave. Denver, CO 80208 (303) 871.6847 [email protected] Relationship: Supervising Attorney for the Criminal Defense Clinic, University of Denver Debra Wilcox Executive Vice President for Beyond Aviation 7395 S. Peoria St, Suite 206 Englewood, CO 80112 (303) 242-8777 [email protected] Relationship: Supervising Attorney at Bye Energy (Now Beyond Aviation) Eric Snelgrove Vice President, Operations and Safety for Beyond Aviation 7395 S. Peoria St., Suite 206 Englewood, CO 80112 (720) 635-6836 [email protected] Relationship: Supervising Attorney at Bye Energy (Now Beyond Aviation) Mary Lou May Current Project Hope Program Coordinator (303) 441-3945 [email protected] Relationship: Supervisor at Complete Home Health Care
Adam M. Royval 2105 Buchtel Blvd. #A401 • Denver, CO 80210 • (970) 308-8983 • [email protected]
BAR ADMISSION
Colorado: Sitting for July, 2011 exam
EDUCATION
University of Denver: Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor, May, 2011 GPA 3.11
� University of Denver Law Review: General Editor (supervisory), promoted Feb., 2010
o Publication: United States v. Poe: The Tenth Circuit’s Missed Opportunity to Reevaluate Bounty Hunters’
Symbiotic Role in the American Criminal Justice System, 87 DENV. U. L. REV. 789
o Winner of Best Cite and Source for multiple editorial contributions to Volume 87
� Civil Litigation Clinic – Student Attorney, Spring 2011. Acquired, consulted with, filed pleadings, and
attended trials for indigent clients in multiple courts. Worked with Colorado Supreme Court to draft
comments for Civil Rules Pilot Project
� Hartje Objective Writing Award Finalist (best legal memorandum in legal research and writing class)
� Day One Civil Practice Lab Pilot Program, Participant- Developed skills for drafting pleadings,
discovery requests, e-filing, client negotiation and settlement
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
Bachelor of Science with Honors, Business Administration/Marketing; May 2007, GPA: 3.64
� Study Abroad: University of Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia, 2006; International Business
EXPERIENCE
McClain Drexler Matthews LLC, Denver, CO July 2010-Present
Law Clerk
� Research complex civil issues; draft and file pleadings, mediation documents, letters and memoranda
� Review contracts and filings for all partners
� Manage and organize large amounts of discovery; summarize and Bates number documents and exhibits
� Manage multiple cases simultaneously; set trial dates; correspond with opposing counsel and courts
8th Judicial District, Hon. Dave Williams Fort Collins, CO Summer 2010
Legal Intern
� Researched and crafted numerous memoranda and orders for multiple Judges and Magistrates on a mixed
civil and criminal docket
� Analyzed and critiqued pleadings, trial strategy, complex procedural issues and motions with Judges
� Performed clerk duties including file and docket management and court room preparation
Rocky Mountain Land Use Institute Denver, CO Sept. 2009-June 2010
Operations Assistant
� Analyzed zoning codes from different geographic areas to compile a sustainability-based zoning code;
sourced, edited, drafted and categorized relevant code provisions in preparation for publication
� Assisted Dean in researching and preparing CLE materials for nationwide land use conference
Bye Aerospace, Inc., Bye Energy, Inc. Greenwood Village, CO Summer-Fall 2009
In-house Legal Intern
� Drafted and revised purchase agreements for multi-million dollar private prototype jet aircraft
� Assisted writing grant proposal for Department of Energy funding for biofuel refinery project
� Drafted and revised long-term aerospace engineering and supplier agreements, intellectual property
licensing agreements, stock purchase/acquisition agreements, compensatory stock warrant plans
� Developed single-member operating agreement for a subsidiary engineering company
Intrawest Corp. Copper Mountain, CO Dec. 2007-Apr. 2008
Location Supervisor/Guest Service Management
� Supervised sales team, tracked corporate revenue, expenditures, promotions and customer feedback
CERTIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND INTERESTS
� Member: Colorado Bar Assoc., American Bar Assoc., Denver Bar Assoc., American Marketing Assoc.
� Advanced legal writer; detail oriented, proficient with scholarly and practitioner citation formats
� Efficient and accurate legal researcher; Lexis and Westlaw certified, trained in Colorado-specific research
� Computer enthusiast, avid snowboarder, restaurant connoisseur and Colorado native
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April A. Shepherd 1851 S. Marion Street, Denver, CO 80210 • (919) 360-9355 • [email protected]
EDUCATION The University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor, May 2011; GPA: 3.75; Class Rank: 5
Order of Saint Ives
Staff Editor, Transportation Law Journal
Scholastic Excellence Awards: Contracts, Civil Procedure, Lawyering Process II, Legal Analysis Strategies
Outstanding Student Lawyer Award in Environmental Law Clinic
Moot Court: 2009 Hogan & Hartson Cup Competitor; Client Counseling Competition Participant
Student Organizations: President, Natural Resources & Environmental Law Society
Work Study: Research Assistant, Prof. Harris, Fall 2010; Teaching Assistant, Prof. Marsh, Fall 2009
Merit Scholarships: Sturm College of Law General Scholarship; Christopher Munch Scholarship; Appel
Scholarship; Sturm College of Law Alumni Scholarship
The University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
B.A., Political Science, May 2005 with Distinction; GPA: 3.64
Minor, Environmental Studies and Sciences
LEGAL EXPERIENCE U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Denver, CO Jan. 2011 – Apr. 2011
Mobile Source Enforcement Branch
Drafted Notices of Violation (NOVs) for violations of Clean Air Act (CAA) and federal fuels regulations
Drafted Action Memoranda to supervisors justifying the need to issue NOVs to violators
Drafted Administrative Settlement Agreement for a renewable fuels case
Drafted CAA section 114 information request to a potential violator of CAA and fuels regulations
Reviewed and analyzed adequacy of responses to CAA section 114 information requests
Conducted legal research and drafted memorandum on Model Rule of Professional Conduct 4.2
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Lakewood, CO Sep. 2010 – Dec. 2010
Researched conservation easement statutes for Region 6 states and presented each state’s requirements to
attorneys in the Realty/Refuges division
Conducted legal research and drafted legal memoranda on numerous miscellaneous issues relating to
property owned by FWS
Defenders of Wildlife, Denver, CO Jun. 2010 – Aug. 2010
Conducted legal research and drafted memorandum on whether a failure to timely implement Reasonable
and Prudent Alternative elements would reinitiate formal consultation under the Endangered Species Act
Drafted comments in response to the Fish & Wildlife Service’s request for comments for the 5-year review
of fourteen southwestern species
Conducted legal research and prepared a memorandum on the extent to which the Nevada State Engineer
must consider environmental factors when ruling on water rights applications
Wrote an overview of the National Forest planning process to provide senior attorney with background
information for future participation in reviewing land management plans
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April A. Shepherd 1851 S. Marion Street, Denver, CO 80210 • (919) 360-9355 • [email protected]
Environmental Law Clinic, Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO Aug. 2009 – May 2010
Reviewed administrative record and drafted opening brief and reply for a lawsuit involving the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the National Forest Management Act (NFMA)
Drafted response to a motion to strike in the NEPA and NFMA case
Appeared in U.S. District Court for District of Colorado in status conference to compel discovery in a
Clean Air Act (CAA) case
Drafted interrogatories and requests for production of documents for CAA case
Conducted legal research and prepared case management plans for NEPA, NFMA, CAA, and Endangered
Species Act cases
Found expert and assisted in preparing expert declaration for NFMA claims
Judicial Intern, 17th Judicial District of Colorado, Brighton, CO May 2009 – Jul. 2009
Reviewed motions, conducted legal research, and drafted an appellate opinion regarding investigatory
stops and illegal searches and seizures
Researched case law and drafted an order regarding a Rule 35(c) motion alleging ineffective assistance of
counsel and lack of jurisdiction
Created graphic representations illustrating lapses between the time of offense and the time of filing for
juvenile delinquency cases for discussion with District Attorney’s office
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Program Assistant, Environmental Defense Fund, Raleigh, NC Feb. 2006 – Jun. 2008
Successfully achieved passage of two state environmental bills as part of Land, Water & Wildlife team
Managed budget of approximately $300,000 for Land, Water & Wildlife program
Wrote consultant contracts; monitored activities of contract lobbyist and managed a summer intern
Organized and planned agenda for three Board meetings per year
Gave presentations on N.C. lobbying and ethics laws and instructed seven staff lobbyists how to comply
Paid Intern, Office of Congressman Sherwood Boehlert, Washington, DC Sep. 2005 – Dec. 2005
Researched legislation and drafted bill explanations for Congressman’s Legal Counsel
Collaborated with environmental groups and House Science Committee to propose new CAFE standards
Authored constituent letters regarding National Parks, Bankruptcy, Defense, and Veteran’s Affairs
Gave tours of Congressional buildings to constituents
Paid Intern, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, Woodstock, VT Jun. 2005 – Aug. 2005
Created public relations/media guide for Park Rangers and administrative staff
Drafted articles on Haleakala National Park and sustainable foods in parks for Stewardship Begins with
People: An Atlas of Places, People & Handmade Products
Produced Opportunities for Communities that Neighbor Public Lands: A Guide to Federal Programs;
available at http://www.nps.gov/csi/pub_resources/pub2.htm
INTERESTS
Indoor soccer, North Carolina basketball, traveling, high intensity interval training (HIIT), and hiking with my
Australian Shepherd
JENNI STANFORD 860 Emerson #4, Denver, CO 80218 • (970) 291-1167 • [email protected]
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Recent J.D. and M.B.A. graduate, experienced in a wide variety of professional organizations, companies, and groups, including as a manager or leader. Special training in project management, advanced research and writing, business/project analysis, and leadership. Strengths include:
Excellent attention to detail Planning and organizing initiative
Enthusiastic and encouraging Expert Mac & PC user
LexisNexis and Westlaw Advanced Research Certified Cross-Cultural experience and knowledge
EDUCATIONUniversity of Denver Juris Doctorate, May 2011 International MBA Candidate, November 2011
Board of Advisors Outstanding IMBA Student, 2011 Academic and Endowed Alpert scholarship recipient Denver Journal of International Law and Policy, Staff Editor Vice President, Business Law Society Daniels Student Ambassador Member, Daniels Consulting Student Group
Relevant Practical Graduate Experience: CH2M Hill: Young talent retention consulting project (Organizational Dynamics
course) Walmart: Technology strategy consulting (IT Strategy course) Denver Habitat for Humanity: Business operations consulting project (Business
ethics course) Vail Resorts: Business strategy consulting (DU Race & Case Competition
Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA B.A. in Philosophy 2006, cum laude
Student Body Vice President; Founder and President of the Law and Politics Society; Leadership Honor Society
RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DEPARTMENT OF STATE INTERN- Consular and Management Divisions (September- December 2010) US Embassy to Argentina, Buenos Aires
Coordinated and orchestrated a visit of two Senior Management officials from D.C. regarding a sensitive and high profile H.R. issue Researched for, drafted, and edited two Department of State cables, Ambassador’s talking points, and over 10 inter-office memos Investigated hundreds of visa and passport applications referred to the Fraud Prevention Unit for suspicious activity, verification, and legality
BUSINESS CONSULTANT (June-August 2010) Kibera Working Group, Nairobi, Kenya
Organized and conducted extensive market research and canvassing through two focus groups, over 50 interviews, and over 10 site visits Coordinated 8 full case studies and analysis of water/sanitation facilities in Nairobi’s informal settlements (“urban slums”) Created and presented an original model for water and sanitation development in urban settlements of developing nations
CORPORATE APPRENTICE (January- April 2010) Qwest Communications, Denver, CO
Assisted with and participated in litigation, complex transactions, corporate governance, government regulations, HR, and labor issues Analyzed complicated issues, conducted research, including 50 state surveys, and communicated solutions to senior attorneys
SUMMER ASSOCIATE (May - December 2009) Levine + Associates, L.L.C., Denver, CO
Impacted decision making in a multi-million-dollar contact-center outsourcing contract negotiation for Kaiser Permanente Participated in the Request for Proposal process, the development of a Master Services Agreement, and the negotiations thereof Drafted and edited detailed contracts in respect of a variety of client matters
LAW CLERK- General Law Practice/ Sports Agency (April - December 2008) Larson & Larimer, P.C/ Phenom Sports LLC., Denver, CO
Created and distributed marketing documents for 8 professional hockey players Conducted extensive legal research and writing for sports law and management, contract law, and intellectual property matters Practiced effective communication skills by writing over 10 demand letters, interviewing clients, and corresponding with opposing counsel
PEACE CORPS VOLUNTEER- Community Development (July 2006- June 2007) United States Peace Corps, Good Hope, Dominica, West Indies
Developed a Community Centre, an AIDS awareness program, a youth ballet class, and a remedial reading class Built a successful new program which qualified six athletes to the Dominica National Boxing Team for International competition Advised and directed community groups such as computer classes, a youth group, a barber shop, and a dance hall.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Refugee Volunteer: Resettlement and Culture Mentor, (2010) Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services, Denver, CO Board Member and Volunteer, (2004- 2006) Primo Boxing Youth Center, Santa Barbara, CA Alternative Spring Break to Navajo Nation, (March 2010) DNA Legal Services, Farmington, NM Summer Service Trip to Tanzania, (Summer, 2005) Westmont College Emmaus Road, Mumba, TZ
AWARDS, SKILLS, AND INTERESTS
Colorado Notary Public; Certified Coach- International Amateur Boxing Association Language Skills: Intermediate Spanish; Intermediate Patois (Kweyol); Basic Japanese, French, and Swahili
Awards: County Fair Apple Pie Baking Contest, 1st Place, 2005; Water Ski Jumping, Western Regional Championships 3rd Place, 2003 Activities: DU Women’s Ice Hockey Team 2009-2011; Competitive Salsa and Latin Dance
Memberships: Colorado Women’s Bar Association, Spanish Speaking Lawyers Association, Colorado Returned Peace Corps Volunteers
Garrik Storgaard 3943 S. Joplin Way, Aurora, CO 80013 • 720.201.1713 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO J.D., May 2011; GPA: 3.35 Competitor •2010 National Top Gun Mock Trial Competition (Invitation only for the Top 16 single best advocates in the nation)
•Top 14, 2011 National Trial Competition Championships – ABA National Trial Team
•Champion, 2011 National Trial Competition Regional (NTC) – ABA National Trial Team
•Finalist, 2010 National Trial Advocacy Competition (NTAC) – ABA National Trial Team
•Finalist, 2010 National Trial Competition Regional (NTC) – ABA National Trial Team
•Quarter-Finalist, 2009 National Trial Advocacy Competition (NTAC) – ABA National Trial Team
•Semi-Finalist, 2010 & 2009 Hoffman Memorial Cup Tournaments
•Semi-Finalist, 2009 Hogan & Hartson Cup Trial Advocacy Competition
Awards •ACTL Lewis F. Powell Jr. Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy (awarded at the NTC Championships)
•Professional Ethics Award from 2009 National Trial Advocacy Competition
•Peter H. Holme Jr. Scholarship (awarded to the student best demonstrating excellent trial advocacy skills)
•Henry McAllister Scholarship (awarded to the student best qualified to earn respect as an advocate)
•3 Scholastic Excellence Awards (highest grade) in Trial Practice, Advanced Trial Practice, & Trial Team
•Awarded membership in Phi Delta Phi (must rank in top third of class)
Coursework •ABA National Trial Team, Criminal Procedure, Evidence, Basic Trial Practice, Advanced Trial Practice, Litigation
Technology, Motion’s Practice, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Criminal Law, and Family Law
Activities •Student Trial Lawyers Association: Board Member, Director of Judging & Recruitment
•Mentor’s Practicum (mentoring program to help high school students develop life skills using a mock trial format)
•Study Abroad − Sydney University of Technology Law School − Sydney, Australia − Summer, 2009 (family &
corporate law)
Colorado College, Colorado Springs, CO B.A., Classics-History-Politics, May 2008; GPA: 3.42
Honors •Awarded membership in Phi Sigma Iota for Latin (Foreign Language Honor Society)
DISTRICT ATTORNEY EXPERIENCE 1st Judicial District, District Attorney’s Office, Golden, CO May 2010 – May 2011
Legal Intern (Certified under Colorado Student Practice Act)
• Selected as one of three paid interns; worked three semesters in County Court.
• Prepared & tried misdemeanor jury & court trials under the Student Practice Act, performing all aspects of a trial,
including motions in limine, voir dire, opening statements, direct examinations, cross examinations, closing arguments, &
sentencing hearings.
• Tried 18 County Court trials. 12 guilty verdicts, 4 guilty on lesser, & 2 not guilty. See attached trial log.
• Cases included charges such as DUI, 3rd
degree assault, domestic violence, harassment, reckless driving, careless driving,
obstruction of justice, & vicious dog.
• Reviewed case files, plea-bargained cases, conducted witness interviews, & managed Division T docket.
• Wrote & argued motions to the court for all types of misdemeanor & traffic case issues, including police arrests &
searches, BAC suppression, 404(b) character evidence, & restitution requests.
• Conducted multiple restitution hearings to procure money for crime & traffic victims.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE CEC Middle College, Warren Tech High School, Bear Creek High School, Mar. 2010 – Jun. 2011
& Shining Mountain Private School High School Mock Trial Coach
University of Denver Women’s Basketball Team, Denver, CO Sept. 2009 – Mar. 2010
Graduate Assistant / Video Scout
18th
Judicial District Court, Centennial, CO Mar. 2009 – Apr. 2009
Bailiff on capital murder case
Colorado College Intramural Athletic Department, Colorado Springs, CO Sept. 2004 – May 2008
Supervisor
Garrik Storgaard Trial Log
# Date Case
Number Defendant Charges Verdict Judge Trial to
1 5/27/10 10T700 Careless Driving Not Guilty Curtis Court
2 6/28/10 09T6092 DUI Guilty Burback Jury
3 6/30/10 09CR3599 DV - 3rd Degree Assault Not Guilty Burback Jury
4 7/21/10 08T16920 DUI Guilty Carpenter Jury
Unsafe backing Guilty
5 8/2/10 10M1584 DUI Guilty Burback Jury
DUI Per Se Guilty
Harassment Guilty
6 8/18/10 10M1785 Drug Paraphernalia Possession Guilty Burback Court
7 8/23/10 09T1296 DUI Guilty Vance Jury
DUI Per Se Guilty
No Head Lamps Guilty
8 8/25/10 10T719 Reckless Driving Guilty-Careless Curtis Court
9 9/20/10 10T1339 DWAI Not Guilty Hoppin Jury
Speeding 20-24 Guilty
10 10/18/10 10M3526 Curfew Violation Guilty Fisch Court
11 11/10/10 10M1553 DUI Guilty-DWAI Burback Jury
12 11/15/10 10T9583 Careless Driving Guilty Schaeffer Court
13 12/6/10 10CR1538 Harassment Not Guilty Moore Jury
Careless Driving Guilty
14 2/24/11 10M4598 Disorderly Conduct Guilty Moore Court
15 4/11/11 10M6538 Harboring a Habitual Barking Dog Guilty Schaeffer Court
16 4/21/11 10T13855 Careless Driving Guilty Carpenter Court
Failure to Report Accident Guilty
17 4/28/11 10T11662 Reckless Driving Guilty Schaeffer Court
18 5/16/11 10T13946 Reckless Driving Guilty Schaeffer Court
KIMBERLY A. S. UTESCH 2801 South Walden Way • Aurora, Colorado 80013 • (303) 810-5223 • [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Denver, Sturm College of Law Denver, Colorado
Juris Doctor May 2011
• Received Scholastic Excellence Award for Highest Grade in Lawyering Process • 5/2008
• Nominated by faculty for DuVivier Excellence in Oral Advocacy Award • 5/2008
Metropolitan State College of Denver Denver, Colorado
Bachelor of Science • Criminal Justice & Criminology/Minor-Criminalistics May 2002
• Cumulative GPA: 3.48; GPA in Major: 3.93; GPA in Minor: 4.0
• Founding Member and Vice President of Criminal Justice Honor Society • 1/2001-5/2002
• Nominated for Senior Leadership Award • Metropolitan State College of Denver • 5/2002
EXPERIENCE
The Law Office of Laura E. Shapiro, P.C. Denver, Colorado
Law Clerk – Family Law February 2009 – Present
• Worked independently with clients and attorneys to prepare family law cases, including dissolutions of marriage
and paternity actions, and post-decree domestic matters including modifications of child support, allocations of
parental responsibilities, and enforcement of judgments.
• Compiled and organized discovery and disclosure responses and trial and exhibit notebooks.
• Researched and authored numerous litigation documents, including petitions, motions and proposed orders,
responses and discovery requests, trial briefs, virtually unedited, under time-sensitive deadlines.
• Assisted attorney with all facets of trial preparation and attended hearings, settlement negotiations, depositions
and client intake interviews and participated in telephone status conferences.
• Determined deadlines and maintained workflow priorities in compliance with statutes and rules of procedure.
Professor Robert M. Hardaway Denver, Colorado
Research Assistant – Civil Discovery Research Project March 2009 – September 2009
• Reviewed and compiled case information from Pacer website for multiple states for discovery research project.
The Honorable Judge Angela R. Arkin 18th Judicial District, District 4, Douglas County, Colorado
Legal Intern January – April 2009
• Commended by judge for excellent writing skills.
• Reviewed motions, researched relevant case law, prepared summaries of legal arguments and assisted in
preparation of court rulings regarding family law issues.
• Observed domestic proceedings, including permanent orders.
The Babylon Group Aurora, Colorado
Owner - Personal and Business Consultant July 2008 – March 2009
• Assisted various individuals with correspondence, accounting and office organization, design of marketing
materials, cost spreadsheets, design and preparation of sales and rental forms, and all other relevant requests.
Moye White LLP Denver, Colorado
Paralegal - Corporate January 2007 – July 2008
• Conducted legal research and investigated factual and legal issues relevant to company formations, foreign
qualifications, corporate history, UCC filings, intellectual property, due diligence, demographics and securities
issues.
• Drafted documents relating to the formation of corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships and
foreign qualifications, including articles of incorporation, bylaws, consents, subscription agreements, and stock
certificates with minimal revisions.
• Participated in client interviews with representatives of business entities including foreign corporations,
international corporations, limited liability companies and sole proprietorships.
Kimberly A. S. Utesch
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Becker, Stowe & Bieber L.L.C. Denver, Colorado
Paralegal – Public Finance May 2006 – December 2006
• Drafted Preliminary and Final Official Statements, Indentures of Trust, Loan Agreements, Resolutions, Arbitrage
Certificates, IRS forms and correspondence with minimal revisions.
• Researched statutes, IRS regulations and other regulatory guidelines to ensure compliance with various laws,
regulations and deadlines.
• Researched and compiled economic and demographic information for state and local entities for inclusion in
public financing documents.
Sherman & Howard L.L.C. Denver, Colorado
Legal Assistant – Public Finance/Real Estate November 1993 – May 2006
• Equated to a junior associate by supervising attorney as a result of exceptional job skills and abilities.
• Prepared, compiled and organized financial and business documents often involving more than 100 documents per
transaction.
• Ensured compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Participated in public finance/bond closings with clients and various financial entities.
• Corresponded on a daily basis with clients, underwriters, lenders, rating agencies, municipalities, non-profit
organizations, and other financial entities.
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION & TRAINING
Colorado Bar Association CLEs
• Finding Hidden Assets in Divorce • 2/2009
• Family Law Basic Skills • 2/2009
• ADR Annual Conference • 10/2008
• How to Understand and Analyze Financial Statements • 4/2010
• Practicing with Professionalism • 6/2011
AFFILIATIONS AND VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Member of Arraj Inn of Court • 9/2009-Present
Member, Student Trial Lawyers Association • 8/2008-5/2009
Volunteer bailiff at capital murder trial for The Honorable Judge Gerald Rafferty, 18th Judicial District, Arapahoe
County, Colorado • 3/2009 (during jury selection)
Rocky Mountain Pug Dog Club • Member • 4/2005-1/2011; Vice President • 1/2009-1/2011
Arapahoe Kennel Club • Founding Member • 9/2006-1/2011; Director • 2006-2007
City of Aurora Volunteer Probation Officer • 7/2004-7/2007
Allison L. [email protected] 552 South Washington Street Denver, CO 80209 (651) 308-7269
Education University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO GPA: 3.75 J.D. May 2011 Rank: 6/241 (top 3%) Order of Saint Ives Highest Grade Award: Constitutional Law, Lawyering Process II, Administrative Law, Commercial Paper
Finalist: Spring 2009 Reese Persuasive Writing Award, Fall 2008 Hartje Objective Writing Award
Miami University of Ohio, Oxford, OH GPA: 3.67 B.A. in Anthropology and Environmental Principles and Practices, May 2008 cum laude
Minor in Economics, Oxford Scholars Honors Program, Dean’s List (all semesters) 2008 Student Service Leadership Award Study and Volunteer Abroad at Victoria University in New Zealand, Fall 2006
Legal Experience Benson and Associates, PC, Golden, CO October 2010-May 2011 Law Clerk
Drafted motions, response briefs, and discovery requests for a plaintiff-side construction defect practice, including several successful responses that were filed with minimal editing
Coordinated site inspections, acting as a liaison between clients and expert witnesses Prepared for and assisted during arbitrations, hearings, and depositions
United States Attorney’s Office, Denver, CO June 2010-August 2010 Law Clerk
Conducted legal research and drafted legal memoranda and portions of responsive motions, including a memorandum concerning federal preemption of state medical marijuana laws
Accompanied attorneys to observe court proceedings and conduct witness interviews, and discussed legal issues and strategy with attorneys
University of Denver Sturm College of Law Environmental Law Clinic, Denver, CO August 2009-May 2010 Student Attorney (Urban Project)
Represented environmental advocacy organizations in Clean Air Act cases against utility companies Wrote a complaint, several responsive motions, a comment letter to the Colorado Air Pollution Control
Division, standing affidavits, and op-ed pieces Deposed a power plant manager, appeared in Federal District Court and successfully argued against a motion
to stay, participated in a Scheduling Conference, conducted client interviews, and presented to a community group about neighborhood air pollution concerns
Judge Robert L. McGahey, Denver District Court, Denver, CO June 2009-August 2009 Judicial Intern
Conducted legal research and drafted seven judicial orders, including rulings on motions to dismiss, motions to compel, and demands for attorney’s fees
Observed civil trials and hearings; discussed legal issues, rulings, and attorneys’ demeanor with the judge
Additional Experience Nordstrom, Minneapolis, MN June 2004-August 2007
Commission-based sales position; consistently ranked among top-ten sellers in store
Sanborn Western Camps, Florissant, CO June 2006-August 2006 Led 3-5 day mountain climbing trips, directed campers, and facilitated camp maintenance
Community Work / Interests Habitat for Humanity volunteering, competitive running (marathons and half-marathons), road biking
Jason E. Williams 9100 E. Florida Ave. Apt #12-304▪Denver, CO 80247 281-804-9068▪[email protected]
EDUCATION:
University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Denver, CO
Juris Doctor, May 2010 (GPA: 3.34)
� Kenneth L. Smith Scholarship for Academic Excellence
� Scholastic Excellence Awards in Administrative Law and International Petroleum Law & Policy
� Staff Editor, University of Denver Journal of International Law & Policy
� Research Assistant, Administrative Law, Professor John H. Reese
� Teaching Assistant, Legal Research & Writing, Professor Michael G. Massey
� Member, Natural Resources & Environmental Law Society
Master of Laws in Environmental and Natural Resources Law and Policy, May 2010 (GPA: 3.41)
� Sustainable Development & Renewable Energy Law & Policy Specialization
� Water Law & Policy Specialization Indiana University, School of Public & Environmental Affairs, Bloomington, IN
Master of Public Affairs, May 2002 (GPA: 3.67)
Master of Science in Environmental Science, May 2002 (GPA: 3.18) Texas Lutheran University, Seguin, TX
Bachelor of Arts in History, May 1998 (GPA: 3.44)
Minor in Environmental Studies, May 1998 (GPA: 3.75) EXPERIENCE:
National Conference of State Legislatures Denver, CO
Law Clerk - Environment, Energy & Transportation Division Jan. 2009-Nov. 2009
� Provided legislative, regulatory, and policy research for state legislators and government officials on various
environmental and public health issues
� Co-authored Journal of Environmental Health article examining state environmental health legislation for the 2009
legislative session
� Conducted legislative and statutory research for the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development's (HUD)
Healthy Homes Initiative
� Identified and analyzed state legislation addressing the public health impacts of climate change for the Centers for
Disease Control & Prevention's (CDC) Global Climate Change Program
� Authored legislative briefing paper discussing the complexities involved in reforming the nation's food safety system
White & Jankowski, L.L.P. Denver, CO
Law Clerk June 2008-Aug. 2008
� Prepared report on the 2008 Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission’s (COGCC) rulemaking hearing regarding
the enactment of regulations designed to strike a balance between expanding energy development and environmental
and wildlife protection concerns
� Conducted legal research and prepared memoranda necessary for preparation of a writ of certiorari petition to the U.S.
Supreme Court seeking review of a decision of the Idaho Supreme Court denying the City of Pocatello, Idaho’s claim
to a federal reserved water right superior to that of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes of Fort Hall Indian Reservation
� Summarized Colorado Supreme Court cases on water law for inclusion in the Colorado Methods of Practice treatise
United States Environmental Protection Agency – Region 8 Denver, CO
Law Clerk - Enforcement, Compliance & Environmental Justice Division June 2007-Aug. 2007 � Assisted in the drafting of an administrative order on consent (AOC) for a bona fide prospective purchaser (BFPP)
involved in long-term remediation of a Superfund site
� Drafted legal memoranda in support of enforcement cases brought under the Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
� Analyzed administrative law decisions to determine applicable evidentiary standards for the penalty provisions of the
Toxic Substances Control Act’s (TSCA) Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Rule
� Participated in discussions with EPA and Department of Justice attorneys regarding CERCLA liability issues at the
Belden Cribbing Site in Eagle County, Colorado
� Attended meetings with Assistant Colorado Attorney General, Natural Resources & Environment Section to discuss
legal strategies concerning liability and cost recovery issues at the Eagle Mine Superfund Site
Foundation for Environmental Security & Sustainability Falls Church, VA
Research Associate June 2003-Feb. 2004
� Provided analysis of environmental issues in light of their impact on political and security concerns on a regional and
country-to-country basis in support of a USAID grant award
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� Prepared briefing books and summary reports on a variety of topics including deforestation, illegal timber harvesting,
conflict timber, water security, and narcotics trafficking
� Represented FESS and provided debriefings of various academic and policy events in Washington, D.C.
� Developed mapping presentations for FESS projects using ArcView GIS software
� Responsible for updating a matrix of country indicators used for evaluating environmental security issues in Latin
America, Africa, and South Asia
Tetra Tech, Inc. Fairfax, VA
Environmental Scientist May 2001-Aug. 2001, May 2002-Sept. 2002
� Authored 10 case studies evaluating the effectiveness of EPA’s Capacity, Management, Operations, and Maintenance
(CMOM) program for reducing sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs)
� Assisted in the editing of EPA’s draft technical development document on effluent limitation guidelines for discharges
associated with construction and land development activities
� Identified criteria for inclusion in an EPA guidance document outlining the advantages of coordinating total maximum
daily load (TMDL) implementation and nonpoint source programs for watershed protection
� Analyzed public rulemaking comments regarding EPA’s proposed National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) permit regulations and effluent limitation guidelines for concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs)
� Researched and summarized best management practices (BMPs) and effluent limitation guidelines applicable for
inclusion in an NPDES permit regulating airport deicing and commercial nursery/greenhouse operations in Alaska
� Created GIS mapping applications showing cantonment areas of active U.S. Army installations subject to NPDES
Phase II storm water permit requirements
� Developed GIS maps identifying watersheds impacted by construction and land development activities
� Conducted research on the environmental and human health effects of chemical pesticides for EPA’s online pesticide
fact sheets
� Created database application for evaluating annual reports from the State of Florida’s municipal separate storm sewer
system (MS4) management program
� Assisted in the designing and editing of EPA’s National Menu of Best Management Practices for Phase II NPDES
requirements
� Authored article on the City of San Diego’s computerized sewage spill monitoring system for EPA’s Nonpoint Source
News-Notes City of Seguin Department of Public Works Seguin, TX
Policy Analyst Intern Jan. 1997-May 1998
� Conducted research and informed city officials on the requirements of EPA’s Phase II NPDES storm water regulations
� Educated city officials on the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s (TCEQ) underground petroleum storage
tank compliance regulations
� Reported on an Alamo Area Council of Government (AACOG) conference concerning advancement of the U.S.
Department of Energy’s Clean Cities program for the greater San Antonio metropolitan area
� Prepared report on converting the city’s fleet of vehicles to alternative fuels including biodiesel, ethanol, and
compressed natural gas
PAPERS AND PRESENTATIONS:
� “Conflict in the North Pole: The International Struggle for Control of the Arctic Ocean’s Energy Resources”
� “The Indigenous Human Rights and Tribal Sovereignty Implications of Canadian Oil Sands Development”
� “A Critical Analysis of Clean Energy Technology Transfer Mechanisms in the Major International Global Climate
Change Agreements”
� “Saving Endangered Species: The Role of Private Landowners in Species Protection and Recovery”
� “A Discussion of the Edwards Aquifer Water Crisis and its Impact on the City of San Antonio”
� “The Development of Surface Water Law in Texas from Spanish Occupation to Modern Times”
� “The Legacy of Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring on American Environmentalism” HONORS AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
� American Bar Association, Environment, Energy, & Resources Section
� Colorado Bar Association, Natural Resources & Energy Law Section
� Phi Alpha Theta (International Honorary Society) INTERESTS:
� Landscape photography, golf, tennis, racquetball, hiking, and fly-fishing
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