Kulwant S. Boora

**** ****** *** *****, ******* Creek • Temperance, Michigan 48182

Home: 734-***-**** • Cell: 419-***-**** • Email: ilfnnp@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Law Office of Ronald L. Nagy - Toledo, Ohio 06/2010-present

Paralegal/Contract Consultant

Prepared bankruptcy petitions and review of creditor documents and financial statements.

Attendance at s.341 hearings before U.S. Trustee, bankruptcy court hearings on objections and confirmations of plans.

Maintain internal docketing system including the docketing system for up-coming deadlines.

Prepared documents for submission to the U.S. Trustees Office for Chapter 7 & 13 in readiness for S.342 hearings.

Research federal and state bankruptcy laws and engage in adversarial proceedings and litigation in bankruptcy court.

Drafted motions to objection to proof of claims, preferences and preferential transfer issues.

Review of real estate documents and contracts in readiness for preparation of responses in foreclosure defense actions.

Familiarization with the law relating to RESPA, Regulation X; TILA and Regulation Z and accompanying case law.

Drafted legal memoranda and briefs, subpoenas, motions, correspondence, discovery and interrogatories in litigation.

Review of contract terms, conditions and documents in order to redline, draft addendums and negotiate contractual terms.

Conducted forensic audit relating to mortgage loans, financial documents and federal and state law related issues.

Witcher Law Office - Toledo, Ohio 01/2009-06/2010

Intern Paralegal/Law Clerk

Worked closely with legal counsel on a number of federal and state litigation cases.

Worked extensively on litigation cases, including appeals to Court of Appeals and State Supreme Court.

Worked on complex litigation cases, personal injury and contract related cases including subrogation disputes.

Interviewed new and existing clients on a variety of cases from criminal defense, taxation matters, real estate to lawsuits.

Reviewed a variety of contract and related documents as part of risk management to maximize benefits to clients.

Drafted legal memoranda, briefs, subpoenas, motions, correspondence, discovery, interrogatories and summary judgments.

Familiarization with the law relating to RESPA, Regulation X; TILA and Regulation Z and accompanying case law.

Drafted of power of attorneys, quit claim deeds, land contracts and prepared real estate documents for closings.

Analyzed and reviewed complex financial documents in order to evaluate clients’ cases and claims.

Reviewed, analyzed and summarized medical records and documentation to evaluate clients’ cases relating to injuries.

Legal research and analysis of state, federal and administrative statutes, case law and judicial opinions.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) – Detroit, Michigan 10/2008-01/2009

Office of General Counsel – Contract Analyst

Drafted, edited and developed contract language and contracts for BCBSM procurement department.

Liaised with procurement department to review procurement contracts to ensure company wide compliance.

Reviewed statement of work (SOW), request for proposals (RFP), request for quotes (RFQ) and request for information (RFI).

Reviewed hardware, software, telecommunications, contractor, consulting, facilities, medical supplies and building contracts.

Participated and lead meetings and conferences between legal, contract management, procurement and suppliers/vendors.

Maintained and tracked redlines, amendments, addendums and commodity contracts for BCBSM Michigan.

Project management, excellent analytical abilities, vital verbal and written communication and problem solving skills.

Oversaw and provided assistance in every step of contract process and administration internally and externally.

Coordinated relationships with external customers and vendors within various departmental officials.

ExpressBill LLC Regional Headquarters Corporate Office - Toledo, Ohio 07/2008-10/2008

A Division of Emdeon Business Solutions (formerly WebMD) - Contractor – Contract Administrator

Acted as a liaison between sales teams, business, corporate, finance and legal departments relating to contract issues.

Maintained contract database for contracts, agreements, license agreements, and confidentiality agreements.

Ensured all contractual matters were addressed efficiently and promptly while maintaining a strong business relationship.

Oversaw and provided assistance in every step of contract process and administration internally and externally.

Initiated coordination with internal departments and groups including external customers and vendors on contractual matters.

Provided accurate advisory interpretation of contractual terms and conditions to internal management personnel.

Exhibited strong quantitative and analytical skills and prioritized to meet internal and external deadlines.

Reviewed contracts for risk implications, legal issues, drafted contracts, addendums and redlined contracts accordingly.

Lead regional and national conference calls with legal counsel, personnel and sales teams on contract issues.

Maintained internal corporate contract library that housed sales, procurement, vendor and corporate contracts.

Reviewed and coordinate all contractual issues relating to HIPPA violations and healthcare contracts and operations.

Owens Corning World Corporate Headquarters - Toledo, Ohio 12/2007- 03/2008

Consultant/Contractor - Contract Administrator

Oversaw and implemented contract compliance and administration relating to Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific and U.S.

Liaised and communicated with a number of business units nationally and globally to minimize risks and company liabilities.

Implemented a business model in accordance Owens Corning compliance polices, governance and procedures.

Drove processes within company guidelines on a national and international level in accordance with business procedures.

Ensured enforcement of policies, procedures and regulations relating to financial reporting and SOX compliance.

Trained OC employees globally on internal policies and regulatory procedures. Maintained quality control of compliance.

Lead through vision and values, initiated timely actions; drove for results, project management and leadership.

Interfaced with corporate personnel, attorneys, VPs, Directors, CIO and Vice-President regarding contract compliance.

Reviewed and measured performance of OC compliance policy nationally and globally within defined metrics.

Engaged in operational and policy decision making on a company wide basis and off-shore management processes.

Ensured corporate governance relationships with stakeholders were protected as part of implementation and compliance.

Merillat Quality Cabinets Corporate Office - Adrian, Michigan 06/2007-10/2007

A Division of Masco Corporation – Contract & Risk Analyst

Analyzed contracts from all over the U.S. for Masco builder divisions, products and vendors suppliers.

Reviewed contracts for legal implications and risk management related issues around internal controls.

Revised and drafted addendums to respond to redlines; legal issues and contractual terms in procurement and vendor contracts.

Liaised with builder and construction companies all over the U.S. regarding contractual issues and provisions.

Engaged in regular business decisions regarding provisions in contracts and associated risks to protect interests.

Trained on internal database systems to log and up-load data and materials relating to contracts and associated documents.

Law Offices of Watkins, Bates & Carey LLP – Toledo, Ohio 06/2004 - 06/2007

Paralegal/Legal Assistant – Workers’ Compensation and Litigation

Drafted answers, interrogatories, requests for production, motions and transmittal letters in workers comp and litigation.

Regularly attended BWC and Industrial Commission workers’ compensation DHO/SHO administrative hearings.

Prepared appeals and submitted documents to commence or defend 512 appeals in Common Pleas courts in Ohio.

Navigated Bureau of Workers’ Compensation and Ohio Industrial Commission websites for information and forms.

Drafted workers’ compensation extension requests, motions, appeals and medical record requests.

Reviewed documents and summarized discovery material and medical records, prepared trial documents.

Implemented, monitored and maintained discovery records and litigation database while generating annual billable time.

Legal analysis and research on state, federal and administrative statutes, case law and judicial opinions.

EDUCATION AND COMPUTER SKILLS

2011 Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Ann Arbor, Michigan

LL.M Masters of Law in Intellectual Property Law, anticipated summer 2012.

2010 University of Wales, Wales

DipHE Diploma in Higher Education with Single Honors.

2008 University of Hertfordshire College of Law, England

C.P.E/Graduate Diploma in Law, completion of the Law Society of England and Wales Common Professional Examinations British law degree.

2007 Sutton Coldfield College/Institute of Legal Executives College of Law, England

Higher Diploma in Law and Professional Higher Diploma.

2006 Staffordshire University, England

B.A. Honors major Social Welfare and Legal Studies.

Microsoft Office Suite, Windows XP. Legal Research databases: Westlaw and Lexis Nexis. SAP Sales Order Processing and Purchase Order Processing, IXOS scanning and imaging of contracts.

IACCM – International Association for Contract & Contract Management - Connecticut – Member.

Training/Seminars - Information technology law, software agreements; contract review and negotiations.

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