Law Firm Overview

WORK EXPERIENCE

THE HON. STEPHEN M. MCNAMEE, CHIEF U.S. DISTRICT COURT JUDGE, DISTRICT OF ARIZONA
Extern - Summer 2001

Researched and prepared orders, opinions, and memoranda of law on a variety of civil issues. Observed courtroom procedures, including hearings, motions, trials, settlement conferences, and sentencing. Attended weekly seminars designed to develop skills in several areas, such as effective use of courtroom technology.

SIERRA AMERICA CUSTOM HOMES, Scottsdale, Arizona
Sales and Marketing - Summers 1997, 1998, 2002; May 1999 - October 1999

Prepared and reviewed construction contracts. Assisted in the preparation of hearings before the registrar of contractors tribunal. Issued preliminary lien notices. Trained employees on workers compensation law, in an effort to promote workplace safety. Organized and implemented sales and marketing campaigns. Authored and produced brochures for mass distribution. Met with clients to discuss Sierra America services.

COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES, Phoenix, Arizona
Volunteer Law Clerk - December 1999 - May 2000

Conducted research and helped prepare motions, briefs, and memoranda of law for landlord-tenant actions, and other housing matters as related to low-income clients. Drafted correspondence and responses to discovery requests. Interviewed prospective clients. Attended hearings.

INTERESTS

Golf, squash, basketball, hockey, snorkeling, history, and music.

Areas of Practice

• Traffic Violations
• Entertainment, Sports & Leisure Law
• Gaming Law
• Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
• Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
• Workers' Compensation Law

West Practice Categories

Traffic Violations, Entertainment, Sports & Leisure Law, Gaming Law, Personal Injury -- Plaintiff, Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff, Workers' Compensation Law