Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered
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Tribune Media Company August 2014 - Present
Tressler, LLP June 2012 - August 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2006 - June 2012
Bruzgul & Associates February 2006 - August 2006
Baker, Miller, Markoff & Krasney January 2003 - January 2006
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Wordperfect, Adobe Acrobat, E-Copy Paperworks, eDocs, Time Matters, Omega, Strong Organization..., Self-starter, Motivated
Education
Illinois State University
Klinedinst PC January 2012 - Present
Andersen Hilbert & Parker, LLP June 2010 - January 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2007 - July 2010
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2007 - May 2007
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2006 - July 2006
Livent, Inc., Kennedy Center, Goodman Theatre, et al. 1993 - 2004
Skills
Litigation, Product Liability, Legal Writing, Arbitration, Commercial Litigation, Public Liability, Legal Research, Appeals, Employment Law, Depositions, Motions, Trials, Medical Malpractice
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2004 — 2007
JD, cum laude, Law
University of Michigan 1989 — 1992
BFA, with Honors, Musical Theatre
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP February 2006 - Present
Gardner Carton & Douglas, now known as Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP July 1996 - February 2006
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered November 1989 - July 1996
Ronald M. Gilford, LTD. May 1980 - May 1989
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Carpe Diem Time Entry, Interaction, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Windows, Customer Service, English, Outlook, Trials, Courts, Litigation, Personal Injury, Legal Documents, Depositions, Legal Research
Education
DeVry University 2000 — 2002
Telecommunications Management
Cook County Public Defender's Office 2013 - Present
Michael P. Gillespie, Ltd. August 2011 - May 2012
Cook County Public Defender June 2011 - May 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 2008 - May 2011
The Law Offices of Stuart A. Reid, P.C. June 2006 - March 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Criminal Defense, Legal Documents
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2008 — 2012
Juris Doctor
College of Lake County 2006 — 2007
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
Lake Forest College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy, minor in French
Beacon Hill Staffing Group, Nan McKay & Associates March 2015 - March 2015
ONE Northside January 2014 - May 2014
Deborah's Place March 2010 - October 2010
Locke Lord LLP May 2006 - March 2009
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered October 1990 - May 2006
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, English, Windows, PowerBase, Raiser's Edge, SPSS Software, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Event Planning
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Majors: Sociology and Interdisciplinary Studies; Minor: Social Work, GPA: 3.5/4.0
DeVry University 2010 — 2010
Healthcare Information Technology Certificate
Resolute Management, Inc. April 2011 - Present
Founders Insurance February 2009 - April 2011
Peterson & Ross August 1998 - April 2002
Coregis Insurance February 1997 - August 1998
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Litigation Management, Liability, Claim, Professional Liability, Legal Liability, Insurance, Claims Management, Property & Casualty..., Casualty, Litigation, Insurance Law, Liability Analysis, Commercial Insurance, Claims Handling, Product Liability, Claims Resolution
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1991 — 1994
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Newman Realty October 2014 - Present
Designers & Builders Development, Inc. May 2014 - Present
Circuit Court of Cook County March 2014 - May 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2013 - August 2013
US Department of Homeland Security January 2013 - April 2013
United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois August 2012 - December 2012
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority May 2012 - August 2012
Illinois Appellate Court, First District January 2012 - May 2012
Sneckenberg, Thompson & Brody, LLP May 2011 - August 2011
Designers & Builders Development, Inc. April 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Legal Writing, Mediation, Appeals, Pleadings, Class Actions, Arbitration, Hearings, Immigration Law, Depositions, Legal Research, Motions, Litigation, Training, Westlaw
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor (J.D.), GPA: 3.83, Class Rank: Top 4%
Butler University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, History
Foley, Baron, Metzger & Juip, PLLC June 2014 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2008 - June 2014
The Honorable Darlene O'Brien, Washtenaw County Trial Court, Ann Arbor, Michigan 2007 - 2007
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Legal Research, Courts, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Arbitration, Torts, Mediation, Trials, Trial Practice, Public Liability
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 2005 — 2008
JD
University of Michigan 2001 — 2005
BA
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2014 - Present
Chicago Law Department September 2010 - August 2014
Boston University School of Law April 2008 - September 2008
AHERN, MALONEY & MORAN, LLC Summer 2008 April 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Trials, Courts, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Arbitration, Depositions, Legal Writing, Personal Injury, Negotiation, Trial Advocacy, Torts, Motions, Defense, Trial Practice, Appeals, Pleadings, Public Liability, Automobile Accidents, Civil Rights, Claim, Workers Compensation, Prosecution, Westlaw, Jury Trials, Hearings, Medical Malpractice..., Commercial Litigation, Criminal Law, Research
Education
Boston University School of Law 2003 — 2010
Juris Doctorate, Law
University of Michigan 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Political Science
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital May 2011 - Present
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook 2008 - 2011
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 2003 - 2008
Loyola University Chicago School Law 1995 - 2005
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1999 - 2003
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago 1998 - 2000
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1996 - 1999
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1989 - 1996
Skills
Healthcare, Public Speaking, Hospitals, Healthcare Management, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Leadership, Nonprofits, Regulatory Affairs, Government Relations, Medical Malpractice, Cultural Diversity, Diversity & Inclusion, population health, Public Relations, Litigation, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Marketing Strategy, Policy, Management, Non-profits, HIPAA, Event Planning, Healthcare Information..., Research, PowerPoint
Education
Georgetown University 2013 — 2014
Certificate in Diversity Management in Health Care (CDM)
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1986 — 1989
JD, Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business, Graduated Cum Laude
CNA Insurance June 2011 - Present
Office of Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor February 2006 - June 2011
Public Interest Law Institute (PILI) 2006 - 2011
Public Interest Law Institute (PILI) 2006 - 2011
Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago 2007 - 2010
Winston & Strawn LLP 2003 - 2006
American Bar Association 2000 - 2003
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1999 - 2000
Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission 1993 - 1999
Skills
Legal Assistance, Legal Research, Courts, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Mediation, Administrative Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Westlaw, Policy Analysis, Appeals, Legal Issues, Arbitration, Legal Writing, Medical Malpractice, Employment Law, Civil Litigation
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 1991 — 1994
J.D., Law
University of Illinois 1983 — 1987
B.S., Journalism
New Trier High School 1980 — 1983
Masuda Funai January 2015 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2011 - January 2015
United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Litigation, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Product Liability, Employment Law, Depositions, Document Review, Civil Rights, Breach Of Contract
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2009 — 2011
J.D., summa cum laude, Law
Washington University in St. Louis 2003 — 2007
B.S., Political Science (Major); Business (Minor); Legal Studies (Minor)
Cunningham Meyer & Vedrine, PC September 2015 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered April 2012 - September 2015
Busse, Busse & Grassé, P.C. May 2002 - April 2012
K&L Gates July 2000 - May 2002
Skills
Personal Injury, Trucking, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Construction Law, Legal Writing, Medical Malpractice, Mediation, Legal Research, Arbitration, Litigation Management, Appeals
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1997 — 2000
J.D., Law
Northern Illinois University 1993 — 1997
B.A., Political Science
Barnes & Thornburg LLP November 2012 - Present
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice LLP February 2007 - November 2012
Klehr Harrison 2007 - 2007
Schwartz Cooper Chartered July 2000 - December 2006
Winston & Strawn 1997 - 1999
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1995 - 1997
Skills
Bankruptcy, Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation
Education
Davenport University 2003 — 2009
Bachelor, Applied Business
Griffith High
Quintairos, Prieto, Wood, & Boyer, P.A. January 2015 - Present
Foran Glennon Palandech Ponzi & Rudloff P.C. August 2011 - December 2014
Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC 2002 - 2010
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1999 - 2002
Bernard R. Nevoral & Associates, Ltd 1998 - 1999
Associate - Litigation 1994 - 1997
Michael H. Postilion, Ltd 1989 - 1994
Evanston Hospital 1986 - 1989
Skills
Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Claims, Claim, Depositions, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Courts, Legal Writing, Trials, Professional Liability, Pleadings, Arbitration, Licensing, Product Liability, Personal Injury..., Torts, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Motions, Public Liability, Trial Practice, Insurance Law, Mediation
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1989 — 1994
Juris Doctor, Law
Loyola University of Chicago 1984 — 1989
BA, English and Political Science
St. Ignatius College Prep 1980 — 1984
Diploma, High School
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2009 - Present
O'Donnell, Murtaugh & Coghlan October 2002 - January 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Assistance, Medical Malpractice, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability
Education
Kaplan University 2011 — 2012
Associate of Science (A.S.), Paralegal Studies, 3.96
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 1981 - Present
Skills
Mass Torts, Product Liability, Commerical Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Class Actions, Complex Litigation, Toxic Tort, Intellectual Property, Construction, Excess, Admiralty, Personal Injury..., Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Personal Injury, Public Liability, Wrongful Death, Maritime Law, Bad Faith, Trials, Construction Law, Jury Trials, Litigation Management, Trade Secrets, Arbitration, Appeals
Education
DePaul University College of Law
JD
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A., Mechanical Engineering
Aon Risk Solutions April 2011 - Present
Zurich North America September 2006 - April 2011
Cremer, Kopon, Shaughnessy & Spina February 2006 - September 2006
Kane, Carbonara & Mendoza January 2005 - September 2005
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered November 2001 - December 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Editing
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC August 2002 - Present
Lord, Bissell & Brook April 1994 - July 2002
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 1990 - March 1994
Skills
Cycling, Swimming, Running
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1986 — 1990
MBA/JD, Law
University of Kansas 1982 — 1986
BS, Accounting
Corporation Counsel, City of Chicago September 2014 - Present
The Law Office of Mary P. Tobin January 2004 - September 2014
Cook County State's Attorney's Office February 1996 - September 2004
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP May 1983 - September 1992
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 1981 - May 1983
Skills
Client Service, Legal Excellence, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Trials, Arbitration, Mediation, Appeals, Product Liability, Depositions, Medical Malpractice, Pleadings, Estate Planning, Motions, Insurance, Jury Trials, Commercial Litigation
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1979 — 1981
JD, Juris doctor
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1975 — 1978
BA, Speech Communication and English Literature
Tribler Orpett & Meyer, P.C. February 2009 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 2008 - 2009
Mordini & Schwartz, P.C. November 2005 - 2008
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Torts, Professional Liability, Construction Law, Medical Malpractice, Legal Research, Dispute Resolution, Legal Malpractice, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury..., Trials, Depositions, Mediation, Professional Malpractice, Personal Injury, Insurance Law, Claim, Defense, Business Litigation, Attorneys, Jury Trials, Insurance, Appeals, Professional Ethics
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2002 — 2005
JD, Law
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1997 — 2001
B.A., Political Science, Sociology
Hudson Insurance Group February 2014 - Present
Hudson Insurance Group May 2009 - February 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered December 2004 - August 2007
Baker & McKenzie September 2000 - December 2004
Bollinger, Ruberry & Garvey February 1999 - September 2000
Skills
Claim, Product Liability, Litigation Management, Professional Liability, Liability, Insurance, Personal Injury, Trials, Medical Malpractice, Insurance Law, Torts, Liability Analysis, Subrogation, Legal Liability, Litigation
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2000 — 2004
Juris Doctor
Loyola University of Chicago 1998 — 1999
Certificate, Paralegal Studies
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Education
Lindemann Miller Siderius LLP May 2014 - Present
Christensen Ehret May 2013 - April 2014
Ruberry, Stalmack & Garvey January 2012 - May 2013
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2000 - January 2012
Condon & Cook November 1991 - January 2000
Skills
Insurance Law, Litigation, Commercial Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Construction Law, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Torts, Trials, Trial Practice, Mediation, Arbitration, Negotiation, Alternative Dispute..., Toxic Tort, Appeals, Premises Liability..., Professional Liability, Wrongful Death, Claim, Public Liability, Civil Litigation
Education
Northwestern University 1988 — 1991
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
DePaul University 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance, General
Wilson Elser October 2005 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 2005 - October 2005
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company October 2001 - March 2005
Johnson & Bell, Trial Lawyers 1988 - 1998
Skills
Civil Litigation, Jury Trials, Insurance Defense, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Premises Liability..., Liability, Litigation
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1981 — 1984
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Cancer Treatment Centers of America February 2011 - Present
Cancer Treatment Centers of America August 2009 - February 2011
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Editing, Blogging, Facebook, Social Media, Public Relations
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
ReachMail Media Services February 2015 - Present
Illustration Freelancer August 2010 - Present
Hunter Douglas Hospitality July 2014 - August 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2014 - July 2014
Voss Signs, LLC June 2012 - September 2012
The Daily Orange August 2011 - May 2012
Skills
InDesign, Drawing, Illustration, Illustrator, Photoshop, Art Direction, Web Design, Editorial, Final Cut Pro, Painting, Posters, Graphic Design
Education
Syracuse University 2008 — 2012
BFA, Illustration
Porter Regional Hospital Office ManagerPrasco International LtdSeptember 2002 - May 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered April 1991 - May 2001
Skills
Administrative..., Accounts Payable, Office Management, Medical Billing, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office, Medical Records, Invoicing, Accounts Receivable
Education
Harrison College-Indianapolis 2010 — 2013
Associate of Science (AS), Medical Reimbursement Technology
Harrison College-Indianapolis 2010 — 2011
Certificate, Medical Office Assistant
Sawyer College (Now Kaplan) 1990 — 1991
Certificate, Computer Accounting
Brigitte Schmidt Bell, P.C. March 1993 - Present
Cook County Circuit Court, Domestic Relations Division 2014 - Present
The Center for Conflict Resolution 1985 - 2010
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 1990 - February 1993
McDermott Will and Emery October 1987 - July 1990
Jenner & Block July 1985 - September 1987
Butler Rubin Saltarelli & Boyd May 1982 - July 1985
Jenner & Block September 1979 - June 1982
Skills
Mediation, Family Law, Dispute Resolution, Legal Issues, Collaborative Law, Collaborative Practice, Courts, Alternative Dispute..., Conflict Resolution, Litigation, Legal Assistance, Prenuptial Agreements, Adoption, Dispute, Appeals, Teaching, Domestic Relations, Conflict Management, Divorce Law, Arbitration, Paternity, Trial Practice, Legal Research, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury, Trusts, Guardianship, Juvenile Law, Elder Law, Conflict, Legal Writing, Attorneys
Education
The University of Chicago 1976 — 1979
J.D., Law
University of Iowa 1974 — 1976
Educational Measurement & Statistics
Swarthmore College 1966 — 1970
B.A., Religion, German
Lillig & Thorsness, Ltd February 2006 - Present
Kane, Carbonara & Mendoza, Ltd. November 2001 - March 2006
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1994 - 2001
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Probate Litigation, Civil Litigation, Torts, Litigation
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1991 — 1994
DePaul University 1986 — 1990
BS, Finance
Gordon Tech H.S. 1982 — 1986
IADC Trial Academy
Levin Ginsburg June 2011 - Present
Southern Cross Galleries September 2005 - Present
World Wildlife Fund March 2012 - August 2012
Tressler LLP September 1999 - June 2011
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 1998 - September 1999
Skills
Blogging, Marketing, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Writing, Photography, Digital Photography, Commercial Photography, Travel, Photography Instructor, Photo Workshops, Photo Safari Guide, Travel Planning, Communication, Portrait Photography, Photojournalism, Fine Art Photography, Nikon, Linhof, Medium Format, Large Format, Film, Philanthropy, Wildlife Photography, Wildlife Conservation, Landscape Photography, Trekking, Tourism, Environmental Awareness, Architectural..., Travel Photography, Adventure Travel, Polar Travel, Polar Photography, Safari, Fine Art, Magazines, Portraits, Image Editing, Digital Imaging, Documentaries, Storytelling, Commercial Litigation, Surety and Fidelity..., Civil Litigation, Legal Research and..., Landlord-Tenant..., Banking Litigation
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
Michigan State University 1991 — 1995
B.A., Political Science
William Fremd High School 1987 — 1991
Sundling Junior High School 1985 — 1987
Riley Elementary School
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2015 - Present
Ballard, Desai & Miller January 2015 - May 2015
Illinois Appellate Court, First District November 2010 - December 2014
Illinois Appellate Court, First District June 2010 - October 2010
Life-Span Center for Legal Services May 2009 - June 2010
Special Counsel, for Seyfarth Shaw February 2010 - February 2010
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP May 2008 - August 2008
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP May 2007 - August 2007
ArvinMeritor, Inc July 2006 - August 2006
Self-Help Advice Desk May 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Legal Research, Portuguese, Litigation, Courts, Legal Writing, Appeals, Legal Issues, Criminal Law
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2005 — 2008
J.D.
Oakland University 2001 — 2005
B.S., Business Administration
Kamensky Rubinstein Hochman & Delott, LLP January 2012 - Present
Kamensky Rubinstein Hochman & Delott, LLP 2007 - 2012
Kamensky Rubinstein Hochman & Delott, LLP 1995 - 2007
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1989 - 1994
Law Offices of Altheimer & Gray 1986 - 1989
Skills
Legal Assistance, Document Drafting, Litigation Support, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Proofreading, Organization, Family Law, Litigation, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Document Review, Real Estate, Paralegals, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Courts, Outlook, Wordperfect, Pleadings, Public Speaking, Legal Documents, Wills, Research
Education
International School of Ministry 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Bachelor of Biblical Studies (Non-Accredited)
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College 2002 — 2004
Certificate of Completion, Paralegal Studies Program
Robert Morris University - Illinois 1985 — 1986
Certificate of Completion, Secretarial Science: Legal Secretary
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2009 - Present
Skills
Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Medical Malpractice, Legal Writing, Trial Practice, Product Liability, Litigation, Personal Injury, Appeals, Trials, Torts, Courts, Public Liability, Arbitration, Commercial Litigation, Westlaw
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2006 — 2009
J.D., cum laude
The University of Memphis
B.A., magna cum laude
Chapello & Chapello 2005 - Present
Fireplace & Patio Center, Inc. 1995 - 2005
Merlo, Chapello & Douglas 1992 - 1994
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1980 - 1992
Skills
Mediation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Arbitration, Estate Planning, Contract Negotiation, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute Resolution, Wills, Corporate Law, Legal Advice, Real Estate, Due Diligence, Joint Ventures, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Writing, Employee Law, Corporate Governance, Entertainment Law, Employment Law, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Appeals, Securities, Courts, Legal Research, Medical Malpractice, Trial Practice, Family Law, Securities Regulation, Real Estate Transactions, Insurance Law, Trials
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1977 — 1980
JD cum laude, Law
Northwestern University 1974 — 1977
BA, Political Science & Economics
CNA Insurance December 2013 - Present
Zurich North America March 2004 - December 2013
Cassiday Schade & Gloor June 2003 - March 2004
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2000 - June 2003
Eannace Meade & Associates November 1998 - September 2000
Skills
Litigation Management, Negotiation, Innovation, Litigation, Product Liability, Claim, Insurance, Appeals, Liability, Trials, Casualty, Toxic Tort, Claims Management, Commercial Insurance, Reinsurance, Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Construction Law, Trial Practice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Dispute Resolution, Excess, Umbrella Insurance, Liability Analysis, Insurance Law, Personal Injury, Professional Liability, Public Liability, Automobile Accidents, Arbitration, Legal Liability, Subrogation, Casualty Insurance
Education
Claims & Litigation Management Alliance
Certified Claims Mediation Professional, Negotiations
American Institute for Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriters 2013 — 2013
Associate in Risk Management, Risk Management
The John Marshall Law School 1995 — 1998
JD, Law
Northern Michigan University
BS, English
Home December 2012 - Present
Creative Wine Corks on Etsy May 2012 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered November 2008 - December 2012
Myers & Grant Law Firm March 2006 - October 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Medical Malpractice, Westlaw, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Legal Writing, Event Planning, Legal Assistance, Trials, Courts, Litigation Support, Civil Litigation, Depositions, Personal Injury..., Torts, Litigation, Appeals, Product Liability, Mediation, Repurposing Wine Corks, Wine Cork Crafts
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2006
M.S., Criminal Justice
Bradley University 1998 — 2002
B.S., Criminal Justice; Sociology
American Medical Association July 2014 - Present
American Medical Association May 2006 - Present
American Medical Association November 2002 - May 2006
American Medical Association March 2001 - November 2002
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 1998 - March 2001
Belgrade and O'Donnell, P.C. October 1996 - August 1998
Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission May 1995 - June 1996
Skills
Government Relations, Non-profits, Health, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Health Policy, Policy, Strategic Planning, Research, Nonprofits, Legal Research, Public Health, Lobbying, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership, Hospitals, Government, Legislation, Healthcare, Strategy
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 1993 — 1996
JD, Law
Southern Methodist University 1988 — 1992
B.S., Biology
Hinsdale Central High School 1984 — 1988
Gordon Law Offices, Ltd. January 2014 - Present
Gordon Rappold & Miller LLC 2008 - December 2013
Johnson & Bell 2004 - 2008
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 2002 - 2004
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Trials, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury..., Wrongful Death, Product Liability, Insurance Law, Civil Litigation, Insurance, Automobile Accidents, Workers Compensation, Arbitration, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Courts
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1999 — 2002
JD, Law
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1995 — 1999
Political Science
Highland Park High School 1991 — 1995
DLA Piper LLP (US) October 1985 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 1982 - September 1985
Pennsylvania Department of State July 1980 - May 1982
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property, Construction Law, Unfair Competition, Arbitration, Dispute Resolution, Restrictive Covenants, Product Liability, Appeals
Education
Harvard Leadership Program
A.Re., Insurance School of Chicago
Pennsylvania State University, The Dickinson School of Law 1979 — 1982
Doctor of Law (JD)
Northwestern University 1974 — 1979
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy and History
Pascack Hills High School
Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office August 2014 - Present
Federal Criminal Justice Clinic, University of Chicago Law School June 2012 - June 2014
Public Defender Service June 2013 - September 2013
U.S. Department of Justice, Antitrust Division, National Criminal Enforcement Section June 2009 - August 2011
Cook County Public Defender's Office May 2008 - August 2008
Public Defender Service January 2008 - May 2008
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP May 2007 - August 2007
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2006 - August 2006
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2005 - August 2005
Education
University of Chicago Law School 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Notre Dame 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, Economics and Political Science
Nora & Partners, LLP August 2015 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2014 - August 2014
Federal Public Defender for the Central District of Illinois March 2013 - July 2013
Family Video January 2012 - August 2012
Knox College January 2012 - March 2012
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Editing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Knox College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP September 2011 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2006 - August 2011
First Candle/SIDS Alliance October 2003 - September 2010
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Research, Windows, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Public Speaking, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, C++, Editing, C, Java, Team Building, Civil Litigation, Case Analysis, Litigation, Motions, Arbitration
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2003 — 2006
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Michigan 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language and Literature; Organizational Studies
Illinois State Police November 2011 - Present
Office of the Governor November 2010 - November 2011
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered October 2007 - November 2010
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Internal Investigations, Criminal Law, Enforcement, Mediation, Corporate Law, Public Policy, Civil Litigation, Government, Trial Practice, Employment Law, Policy Analysis, Hearings, Legal Issues, Administrative Law, Product Liability, Public Speaking
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2003 — 2006
Doctor of Law (JD)
Colgate University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 1990 - Present
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Trial Practice, Torts, Public Liability, Personal Injury..., Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Wrongful Death, Arbitration, Class Actions, Civil Litigation, Toxic Tort, Appeals, Professional Malpractice, Trials, Litigation Management, Courts, Depositions
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1976 — 1979
Doctor of Law (JD)
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2015 - Present
Stellato & Schwartz, Ltd. March 2013 - January 2015
Wilson Elser July 2012 - March 2013
Notre Dame Clinical Law Center: Community Development Clinic January 2012 - May 2012
Wilson Elser May 2011 - August 2011
United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana July 2010 - August 2010
Allen County Circuit Court May 2010 - June 2010
Beers & Cutler PLLC June 2008 - August 2008
Fundación Ecoem February 2008 - April 2008
Lifestyle Centre Holdings, Ltd. July 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Writing, Civil Litigation, Depositions, Analysis, Appeals, Oral Arguments, Team Leadership, Motions, Accounting, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Class Actions, Coverage Issues, Oral & Written..., Westlaw, Courts
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 2009 — 2012
J.D., Law, magna cum laude
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Accounting, International Business, Distinction and Honors in Business
Indiana University Bloomington 2005 — 2009
B.S., Business Administration
Universidad de Sevilla 2008 — 2008
Spanish, Management, International Business
Shanghai Jiao Tong University 2007 — 2007
Mandarin Chinese, International Business
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP May 2009 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2007 - May 2009
Haynes, Studnicka, Kahan, O'Neill & Miller August 2005 - January 2007
Engelberg & Hillison P.C. January 2004 - July 2005
Arrow Financial Services LLC April 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Microsoft Office, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Assistance, Microsoft Excel, Research, Customer Service, Legal Advice, Microsoft Word, Contract Negotiation
Education
University of Dayton School of Law 1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor, Law
University of Illinois at Chicago 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2014 - Present
University of Illinois Law Review April 2013 - April 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2013 - August 2013
Irwin Academic Services, University of Illinois August 2010 - May 2013
Family Service August 2010 - May 2013
Multicultural Community Center: Migrant and Seasonal Head Start August 2012 - August 2012
Kane County State's Attorney's Office May 2012 - August 2012
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services January 2012 - January 2012
Skills
Spanish-English, Legal Research, Spanish, Editing, Research, Westlaw, Public Speaking, Legal Writing
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language and Literature
University of Barcelona 2009 — 2010
Spanish Language and Literature
Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell April 2003 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered October 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Litigation, Arbitration, Courts, Product Liability, Insurance
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1996 — 1999
University of Florida
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook April 1998 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered November 1988 - November 1997
Skills
Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Birth Injury, Defense, Birth Trauma Defense, Coordinating Counsel, Medical Malpractice..., Catastrophic Personal..., Trial Practice, Courts, Mediation, Trials
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1986 — 1989
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Northwestern University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Instituto Internacional 1983 — 1984
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2013 - Present
Joern Law Firm July 2011 - Present
Holland & Knight LLP February 2000 - June 2011
Burke, Weaver & Prell February 1995 - January 2000
Pope, Ballard, Shepard & Fowle September 1980 - January 1995
Skills
Consumer Products, Product Liability, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Trials, Class Actions, Toxic Tort, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Litigation Support, Mediation, Torts, Trial Practice, Trade Secrets, Administrative Law, Business Litigation
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1977 — 1980
JD
University of Colorado at Boulder 1973 — 1976
M.U.A., Graduate School of Public Affairs
Knox College 1969 — 1973
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2005 - Present
Kirkland & Ellis LLP May 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Litigation, Product Liability, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Trials
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2003 — 2005
J.D.
Marquette University 1996 — 2000
B.A.
McDonald's Corporation July 2015 - Present
McDonald's Corporation May 2014 - July 2015
Hire Counsel Legal and Review Management June 2013 - January 2014
Frontier Communications 2010 - 2012
Verizon January 2000 - July 2010
MCI Communications June 1995 - 2000
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1990 - 1995
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Telecommunications, Project Management, Database Administration, Contract Management, Troubleshooting, Management, Microsoft Word, Product Marketing, Vendor Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Team Building, Process Improvement, Program Management, Training, Team Leadership, Analysis, Managed Services
Education
Robert Morris College 1991 — 1993
Business Administration and Management, General
T-Mobile March 2015 - Present
SAC Wireless June 2014 - March 2015
SAC Wireless December 2013 - June 2014
SAC Wireless October 2012 - November 2013
Terry & Moore, P.C. April 2010 - October 2012
SIVIC Real Estate, L.L.C. September 2006 - September 2011
South Side Community Art Center January 2005 - March 2011
CREST GROUP, LLC September 2009 - April 2010
McKenna Storer September 2002 - September 2006
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 1999 - March 2001
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1996 — 1999
Juris Doctorate, Law
Northwestern University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Communication Studies
Saint Ignatius College Prep 1987 — 1990
Honors Diploma
De La Salle Institute 1986 — 1987
McDermott Will & Emery September 2011 - July 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2006 - August 2011
Skills
Litigation
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2003 — 2006
JD
Miami University 1998 — 2002
BA
Cassiday Schade LLP February 2003 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 2001 - February 2003
Skills
Depositions, Westlaw, Strategy, Personal Injury..., Medical Malpractice, Trial Practice, Courts, Arbitration, Legal Assistance, Legal Research, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Defense, Construction Law, Personal Injury, Legal Writing, Litigation, Toxic Tort, Trials, Wrongful Death, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Criminal Law, Insurance Law, Product Liability, Corporate Law, Appeals, Mediation, Employment Law, Public Liability, Family Law, Class Actions, Bankruptcy, Business Litigation, Commercial Real Estate
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1995 — 1998
JD, Law
University of Missouri-Columbia 1990 — 1994
BA, Communication
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2010 - Present
Illinois Appellate Court February 2007 - May 2010
The Law Offices of Nicholas C. Syregelas August 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Courts, Personal Injury, Westlaw, Appeals, Criminal Law, Torts, Toxic Tort, Arbitration, Product Liability, Powers of Attorney, Civil Rights, Legal Issues, Trials, Depositions, Trademarks, Trial Practice, Wrongful Death, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury..., Insurance Law, Trade Secrets, Class Actions, Hearings, Patent Prosecution, Mediation, Patent Litigation, Intellectual Property, Legal Assistance, Pleadings, Litigation Management
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2003 — 2006
Juris Doctor, Law
Loyola University Chicago 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Biology
nazareth 1994 — 1998
high school diploma
Planned Parenthood of Illinois September 2012 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 1997 - September 2012
Skills
Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Employment Law, Intellectual Property, Trials, Legal Writing, Legal Advice, Personal Injury, Appeals, Product Liability, Torts, Public Liability, Personal Injury..., Litigation Management, Claim
Education
Iowa State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered July 2000 - Present
Skills
Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Consultation, Alternative Dispute..., Appeals, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Construction Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Professional Malpractice, Public Liability, Toxic Tort, Trial Practice, Trials, Dispute Resolution, Medical Malpractice, Torts
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1992 — 1995
Juris Doctorate, Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology - Bioscience
Warren High School 1982 — 1986
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2010 - Present
Notre Dame College Prep 2013 - Present
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2007 — 2010
J.D.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
B.A., History
NDHS
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered November 2007 - Present
Patton & Ryan August 2007 - November 2007
Radogno, Cameli, & Hoag June 2006 - August 2007
Newman, Raiz, & Shelmadine July 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Civil defense litigation, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Coverage..., Professional..., Civil Litigation, Litigation, Professional Malpractice, Insurance
Education
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law 2001 — 2003
JD
The University of Chicago 1994 — 1998
AB, Near Eastern Language & Civilization
Gordon & Rees LLP March 2012 - Present
Messner & Reeves, LLC April 2011 - March 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered October 1996 - March 2011
Skills
Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Trials, Business Litigation, Defense, Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Torts, Appeals, Healthcare
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1990 — 1993
J.D.
Illinois State University 1986 — 1990
B.S., Political Science and Government
Goldstein & McClintock LLLP June 2013 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2010 - June 2013
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 2006 - March 2009
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Legal Advice, Personal Injury, Torts
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 2003 — 2006
J.D.
Duke University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science (Minor: History)
loyola academy
Parker + Lynch Legal, Special Counsel's Attorney Search Division July 2011 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2007 - April 2011
Skills
Attorney Recruiting, Legal Search, Associate Placements, Partner Placements, In-House Counsel..., Diversity & Inclusion, HR Consulting
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2003 — 2006
Juris Doctor
University of Michigan 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, History
Hall & Evans March 2008 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 2001 - May 2007
Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney April 1999 - February 2001
Romain Kuck & Egerer 1997 - 1999
Skills
Civil Litigation, Litigation, Construction Law, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Administrative Law, Arbitration, Appeals, Trial Practice, Mediation, Torts, Courts, Trials, Civil Rights, Public Liability
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1990 — 1994
JD, Juris Doctor
Michigan State University 1986 — 1990
BA, Political Science
Daley Mohan Groble P.C. December 2010 - Present
Connelly Roberts & McGivney LLC December 2007 - December 2010
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 2007 - July 2007
Adventist Health May 2003 - September 2003
Adventist Health May 2002 - September 2002
Adventist Health May 2001 - September 2001
Skills
Conversant in Spanish, Language Skills, Commercial Litigation, Product Liability, Language Development, Courts, Spanish, Employment Law, Litigation, Trade Secrets, Trademarks, Dispute
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2004 — 2007
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, English
Benet Academy 1996 — 2000
Pangea3 October 2014 - Present
Jackson Lewis P.C. December 2010 - September 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2009 - December 2010
Katten Muchin Rosenman September 2005 - September 2009
Skills
Employment Law, Litigation, Trial Practice, Dispute Resolution, Employment..., Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Trials, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Legal Writing, Mediation, Product Liability, Trade Secrets, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Bankruptcy, Torts, Legal Assistance, Litigation Support, Construction Law, Toxic Tort, Westlaw, Business Litigation, Privacy Law, Litigation Management, Securities Litigation, Business Development
Education
University of Virginia School of Law 2002 — 2005
Juris Doctor
Georgetown University 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Lyons Township High School 1994 — 1998
BatesCarey LLP April 2015 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered April 2012 - April 2015
Illinois Appellate Court, First District August 2009 - March 2012
Illinois Appellate Court, First District September 2005 - August 2009
The Honorable Ann Claire Williams, United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit May 2003 - September 2003
Skills
Courts, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Research, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Civil Litigation, Mediation
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2001 — 2004
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, High Honors
Brooks Wilkins Sharkey & Turco September 2009 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Litigation
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2002 — 2005
JD
University of Michigan 1996 — 2000
BA
Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth October 2013 - Present
Cremer, Spina, Shaughnessy, Jansen and Siegert, LLC January 2013 - October 2013
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered July 2010 - January 2013
LaRose & Bosco, Ltd. 2007 - June 2010
Skills
Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Appeals, Medical Malpractice, Torts, Courts, Trials, Westlaw, Trial Practice, Personal Injury..., Intellectual Property, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Legal Advice, Litigation Management, Health Law, Depositions
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2004 — 2007
Juris Doctor, Law
University of Michigan 2000 — 2004
B.A., Political Science
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 2012 - Present
Illinois Appellate Court April 2009 - February 2012
Applus Technologies January 2008 - May 2008
United States Bankruptcy Court N.D. Ill. August 2007 - December 2007
Illinois Appellate Court June 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Courts, Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Mediation, Appeals, Trial Practice, Westlaw
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2005 — 2008
Augustana College 1988 — 1992
A.B., Mathematics, French
United States Attorney's Office January 2015 - Present
Masuda, Funai, Eifert & MItchell, Ltd. April 2012 - December 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2008 - May 2012
Cook County September 2006 - August 2008
Cook County January 2006 - May 2006
Skills
Liability, Litigation, Product Liability, Breach Of Contract, Mergers & Acquisitions, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Arbitration
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2003 — 2006
JD
The University of Texas at Austin 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Economics, Philosophy, and math
Laduzinsky & Associates, P.C. January 2004 - Present
Kane, Laduzinsky, & Mendoza, Ltd. October 2001 - January 2004
Tressler LLP January 1999 - October 2001
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered January 1994 - January 1999
Chicago Housing Authority January 1996 - April 1997
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered April 1991 - January 1994
City of Chicago November 1986 - April 1991
Skills
Commercial Litigation, D&O, Employment Litigation, Family Law, Estate Planning, Liability, Insurance
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1983 — 1986
Juris Doctor
DePaul University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts
Perkins Coie LLP January 2012 - Present
Daspin & Aument, LLP May 2007 - January 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Disposition, Real Estate, Leases, Portfolio Management, Commercial Real Estate, Finance, Joint Ventures, Due Diligence
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2002 — 2005
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
CME Group 2011 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 2008 - August 2011
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2001 — 2004
J.D.
Tufts University 1996 — 2000
B.A., International Relations
McDonald's Corporation September 2015 - Present
McDonald's Corporation June 2015 - Present
McDonald's Corporation June 2011 - September 2015
Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC August 2004 - June 2011
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2001 - August 2004
Piccione, Keeley & Associates, Ltd. 1997 - 2001
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Mediation, Litigation Management, Professional Liability, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Arbitration, Claim, Workers Compensation, Liability, Torts, Corporate Law, Personal Injury..., Trial Practice, Claims Management, Jury Trials, Legal Writing, Courts, Trials, Alternative Dispute..., Appeals
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1994 — 1997
Juris Doctor
Michigan State University 1989 — 1993
B.A., Journalism
CME Group July 2013 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2004 - July 2013
Esposito & Schramm November 2002 - August 2004
Federal Judiciary May 2000 - September 2000
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Employment Law, Arbitration, Mediation, Discrimination, Appeals, Legal Writing, Torts, Product Liability, Medical Malpractice, Courts, Personal Injury, Trials, Legal Research, Construction Law, Trial Practice, Depositions
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 1999 — 2002
JD, Law
Loyola University Chicago 1995 — 1999
BA, Political Science, Philosophy
Mother Theodore Guerin
High School Diploma
St. Bartholomew
Compass Lexecon December 2012 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered October 2007 - November 2012
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 2011 — 2013
MBA, Finance, Financial Analysis
University of Kansas
BS, Business Administration, Finance
Hefler Law, LLC June 2015 - Present
Saint Anthony Hospital February 2012 - December 2014
Rusin Maciorowski & Friedman, LLC December 2009 - February 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered April 2002 - November 2009
Rusin, Maciorowski & Friedman March 2000 - April 2002
Evins, Friend & Sklare November 1993 - February 2000
Skills
Civil Litigation, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Premises Liability, Defense, Workers Compensation, Civil, Trials, Arbitration, Depositions, Employment Law, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury..., Health Law, Motions, Jury Trials, Litigation Management, Personal Injury, Legal Research, Appeals, Trial Practice, Legal Writing, Mediation, Public Liability, Torts, Product Liability, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Westlaw, Hearings, Toxic Tort, Class Actions, Insurance Law
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1990 — 1993
JD
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1986 — 1990
BA, Political Science
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 2009 - Present
Illinois Appellate Court - First District January 2009 - August 2009
State of Illinois First District Appellate Court January 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Mediation, Criminal Law, Westlaw, Trials, Pleadings, Research, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Product Liability, Arbitration, Courts, Insurance Coverage, Appellate Law
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2003 — 2006
J.D.
DePauw University 1998 — 2002
B.A., Economics
Discovery Health Partners July 2015 - Present
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook September 2008 - July 2015
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered December 2005 - September 2008
Mangan Langhenry Gillen & Lundquist August 2003 - November 2005
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Legal Research, Nursing Home Negligence, Appeals, Courts, Event Planning, Legal Writing, Mediation, Research, Torts, Westlaw, Trials, Document Review, Legal Assistance, Depositions, Pleadings, Litigation Support
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2004 — 2006
Certificate of Paralegal Studies, Paralegal Studies
University of Oklahoma 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International/Global Studies; Minor in French
Université Blaise Pascal (Clermont-II) - Clermont-Ferrand 2002 — 2002
Study Abroad, French Language and Literature
Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine February 1996 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 1995 - July 1995
Skills
Litigation, Litigation Support, Legal Research, Medical Malpractice
Education
Robert Morris University - Illinois 1985 — 1986
Diploma, Legal Secretary
Myers Carden & Sax August 2014 - Present
Patton & Ryan LLC March 2014 - July 2014
Alholm, Monahan October 2005 - January 2014
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered March 2003 - September 2005
Guth & Coughlin 1992 - 1999
Skills
Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Defense, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Torts, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Public Liability, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury..., Mediation, Trials, Professional Malpractice, Pleadings, Professional Liability, Construction Law, Jury Trials, Liability, Legal Writing, Legal Issues, Depositions, Health Law, Legal Advice, Courts, Arbitration, Hearings, Litigation Management, Insurance Law, Legal Research, Alternative Dispute..., Motions, Professional Negligence, Attorneys, Dispute Resolution, Claim, Class Actions, Commercial Litigation, Toxic Tort, Employment..., Legal Assistance, Legal Malpractice
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 1985 — 1988
J.D., Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1981 — 1985
B.A., Economics
Kelleher & Buckley, LLC January 2013 - Present
Lisa McCauley, Broker, Keller Williams Success Realty August 2011 - January 2013
International Sport Surfaces, Inc. September 2012 - September 2012
Earth Stone Midwest March 2011 - July 2011
McCauley Design, Inc. 1996 - 2009
Law Office Gerhard Kelter 1987 - 1996
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1981 - 1987
Skills
Sales Management, Start-ups, Civil Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Leadership, Management, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Due Diligence, Recruiting, Team Building, Project Management, Marketing, Market Research, Employment Law, Business Planning, Sales, CRM, Project Planning, Training, Advertising, Litigation, Finance, Corporate Law, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Corporate Governance, Small Business, Negotiation, Licensing, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Insurance, LLC
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1978 — 1981
J.D., Law
St. Ignatius College Prep
City of Moline April 2011 - Present
City of Moline April 2003 - April 2011
Holland & Knight LLP December 2000 - April 2003
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 1999 - December 2000
Skills
Litigation, Courts, Personal Injury..., Land Use, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Hearings, Trial Practice, Torts, Business Litigation, Product Liability, Administrative Law, Trials
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1996 — 1999
J.D.
University of Notre Dame 1991 — 1995
B.A., History
AIG November 2012 - Present
AIG - Eaglestone Re November 2012 - Present
Lumbermens Mutual Group (f/k/a Kemper Insurance Companies) September 1998 - November 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 1993 - September 1998
Skills
Arbitration, Casualty, Civil Litigation, Claim, Claims Management, Class Actions, Commercial Insurance, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Governance, Insurance, Insurance Law, Legal Liability, Liability, Litigation, Litigation Management, Mediation, Professional Liability, Property, Reinsurance, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Underwriting, Workers Compensation
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1990 — 1993
JD
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
BS
Primerica Financial Services May 1998 - Present
Dolgin Law Group 2013 - 2013
Midwest Generation 2007 - 2008
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 2001 - 2006
Blatt, Hasenmiller, Liebsker 2005 - 2005
City of Chicago, Law Department 1995 - 2000
Williams, Edwards & Associates 1985 - 1994
Skills
Insurance, Securities, Debt Management, 401k, Estate Planning, Retirement Planning, Series 6, Retirement, IRAs, Mutual Funds, Investments, Life Insurance, Financial Planners, Personal Finance, Series 63, Fixed Annuities
Education
DePaul University 2005 — 2009
Financial Planning
Chicago State University 1976 — 1978
Gage Park 1972 — 1976
Brenner, Monroe, Scott & Anderson, Ltd. January 2012 - Present
Brenner, Ford, Monroe & Scott, Ltd. April 1994 - December 2011
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1984 - 1994
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Premises Liability, Litigation, Public Liability, Torts, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Trials, Trial Practice, Personal Injury..., Product Liability, Personal Injury, Legal Writing
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1981 — 1984
J.D.
Valparaiso University 1977 — 1981
B.A. With Distinction, Political Science
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered SergeantUS ArmyJuly 1968 - July 1971
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Torts, Civil Litigation, Wrongful Death, Litigation, Public Liability, Defense, Mediation, Trial Practice, Personal Injury..., Commercial Litigation, Professional Malpractice, Toxic Tort
Education
Valparaiso University 1967 — 1973
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Litigation
Northern Illinois University 1964 — 1967
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Pre-Law Studies
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered May 2012 - Present
United States Attorney's Office - Southern District of Illinois May 2010 - August 2010
Law Office of Steven G. Seliger, Ltd. January 2009 - August 2009
Diamond Group August 2006 - November 2008
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Westlaw, Litigation, Lexis, Research, Courts, File Management
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2009 — 2012
J.D., Law
Amherst College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's
Leo & Weber, P.C. October 1999 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered October 1988 - September 1999
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 1989 — 1993
JD, Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1982 — 1986
BA, French, Economics
Canning & Canning LLC June 2009 - Present
Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella January 2001 - May 2009
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1990 - 2000
Eastman & Smith Ltd. August 1988 - June 1990
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1985 — 1988
LD, Law
University of Michigan 1980 — 1984
BA, Psycholgy and Business
Hyatt Hotels Corporation September 2014 - Present
Gilson Labus & Silverman P.C. 2014 - 2014
19th Judicial Circuit Court 2014 - 2014
Pro Bono Guardianship for Search Inc., 2013 - 2014
The John Marshall Law School 2013 - 2013
Cook County State's Attorney's Office 2012 - 2013
18th Judicial Circuit, Illinois May 2012 - June 2012
Cook County Chancery Court January 2012 - May 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 2008 - August 2008
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 2014 — 2016
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Taxation
The John Marshall Law School 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of San Diego 2006 — 2009
BA, Poli Sci
UCLA Ext.
Certificate in Accounting, Accounting
Hinsdale Central
Hinsdale Central
State of Illinois June 2001 - Present
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 1982 - June 2001
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 1979 — 1982
JD, Law
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered PartnerPretzel & Stouffer, CharteredSeptember 1991 - Present
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1989 — 1991
J.D.
Fairfield University 1984 — 1988
B.A.
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered August 2003 - Present
Cook County State's Attorney September 1998 - August 2003
Skills
Civil Litigation, Litigation, Employment..., Courts, Appeals, Professional Liability, Fraud, Product Liability, Trial Practice, Torts, Public Liability, Breach Of Contract
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1993 — 1996
Juris Doctor
University of Notre Dame 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, English
Benet Academy
United States Naval Academy
Cook County State's Attorney's Office September 2013 - May 2014
DePaul University College of Law August 2012 - May 2014
DePaul University Student Legal Services August 2012 - September 2013
Illinois Attorney General's Office May 2013 - August 2013
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 2007 - August 2012
Army National Guard April 2000 - April 2011
Education
DePaul University College of Law 2012 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
The John Marshall Law School 2010 — 2012
University of Illinois at Chicago 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology, Political Science
Ferris State University 2003 — 2005
Associate of Arts, Criminal Justice
One Smooth Stone September 2013 - Present
One Smooth Stone January 2014 - July 2015
One Smooth Stone September 2012 - December 2013
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2010 - September 2012
National Student Leadership Conference June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Leadership, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Social Networking, Meeting Planning, Time Management, Training, Account Management
Education
Michigan State University 2006 — 2010
Elementary Education, Elementary Education and Teaching, 3.34
Allstate Insurance Company June 1999 - Present
SCOR June 1996 - October 1997
Allstate Insurance June 1989 - May 1996
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 1983 - June 1989
Skills
Reinsurance, Liability, Arbitration, Litigation, Corporate Law, Courts, Legal Advice, Litigation Management, Insurance Law, Product Liability, Claim, Internal Audit, Mediation, Commercial Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Civil Litigation, Insurance, Alternative Dispute..., Licensing, Corporate Governance
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1980 — 1983
JD
Marquette University 1976 — 1980
BA, Political Science, Journalism
Willis December 2014 - Present
The Law Office of Darryl L. Awick, LLC 2012 - 2014
Ruberry, Stalmack & Garvey, LLC 2011 - 2012
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 2002 - 2011
The Law Offices of John R. Hubeny 1997 - 2002
Illinois Attorney General's Office 1996 - 1997
Skills
Civil Litigation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Insurance Coverage..., Insurance Coverage..., Workers Compensation, Insurance, Liability, Personal Injury, Trials
Education
Illinois State University
BS, Business Administration
Keller Graduate School of Management
MBA, Finance
The John Marshall Law School
J.D.
Foran Glennon Palandech Ponzi & Rudloff January 2013 - April 2014
Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, lL January 2009 - December 2012
2004-2009Querrey & Harrow, Ltd September 2004 - June 2009
Chilton Yambert & Porter June 2003 - September 2004
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 1999 - June 2003
Pretzel & Stouffer January 1999 - January 2003
Blue Cross Blue Shield January 1996 - January 1999
J. Richard Hisaw & Assoc January 1992 - January 1996
Skills
Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Legal Writing, Courts, Depositions, Pleadings, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Legal Assistance, Arbitration, Mediation, Employment Law, Westlaw, Intellectual Property, Trials, Litigation Support, Toxic Tort
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
MBA, Business Management
Kansas State University 1989 — 1991
B.S, Political Science, Pre-Law
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered PartnerBollinger, Ruberry & GarveyAugust 1997 - June 2009
Education
Northwestern University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered June 1996 - Present
AIG June 1988 - June 1996
Skills
Litigation, Legal Research, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Medical Malpractice, Commercial Litigation, Toxic Tort, Personal Injury..., Torts, Intellectual Property, Construction Law, Trials, Civil Litigation, Class Actions, Depositions
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology/Sociology
HelmsBriscoe September 2011 - May 2013
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered February 2000 - March 2001
Parrillo, Weiss & O'Halloran April 1998 - February 2000
Skills
Legal Advice, Social Media, Legal Writing, Social Media Marketing, Litigation, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Liability, Management, Legal Assistance, Public Relations, Medical Malpractice, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Teaching, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Windows, Photoshop, HTML, Marketing, New Business Development, Digital Marketing, Establishing Strategic...
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1995 — 1998
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Guscott Mueller Law 2013 - Present
CNH Global N.V./CNH America LLC November 1999 - February 2013
Case Corporation July 1993 - November 1999
Gottlieb and Schwartz 1989 - 1993
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1987 - 1989
Illinois Pollution Control Board 1984 - 1987
DePaul University College of Law 1982 - 1983
U.S Environmental Protection Agency-Region V 1982 - 1982
Illinois Attorney General's Office-Environmental Control Division 1981 - 1982
Texas Instruments, Inc., Environmental Services Division 1980 - 1980
Skills
Environmental Law, Real Estate Transactions, Environmental Compliance, International Trade Law, Trade Compliance, Corporate Ethics &..., OSHA Compliance &..., Commercial Real Estate, Brownfields..., Land Use, Construction Contracting, Toxic Tort, Construction, Brownfield, Environmental Awareness, Hearings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Licensing, Product Liability, Trials, Torts, Real Estate, Employment Law
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1980 — 1983
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
University of Illinois College of Law 1982 — 1983
Visiting Student, Law
University of Michigan-School of Natural Resources 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources (B.S.N.R.), Natural Resources (Forestry, Hydrology, Economics, Policy)
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1988 - 2013
Education
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2015
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2015
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered September 2005 - Present
Evins & Sklare, Ltd. September 1980 - June 2005
Skills
Management, Microsoft Excel, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Training, Photoshop, Outlook, Data Entry, Microsoft Office
Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College
Secretarial courses
Queen of Peace H.S.
MiraMed: A Global Services Company 2007 - Present
Owner/General Manager 1997 - 2007
Pretzel & Stouffer, Chartered 1988 - 1997
Skills
Customer Service, Product Research, Sales, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Contract Negotiation
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Triton College
Continuing Education Courses, Business Administration and Management, General