Attorney

Kenneth A. Paquette

P.O. Box ******, Longwood, Florida 32791 . 321-***-**** . ***********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position in the field of construction law where I can use my technical and legal experience to advance my career.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

United States Patent And Trademark Office, Registered Attorney 2013

Florida Bar, Admitted 2008

Florida Coastal School of Law, Jacksonville, Florida

Juris Doctor, May 2008

University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida

Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies, May 2004

United States Air Force, Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi

Electronic Systems Technology

EXPERIENCE

Clark and Washington, P.C., Orlando, Florida 2009 - 2013

Managing Attorney

Managed all aspects of the Orlando office of Clark & Washington, LLC. Responsible for the successful prosecution of over two thousand active cases. Directed all office activities and provided managerial support for associate attorneys and paralegal staff. Analyzed legal office procedures and policies for efficiency and effectiveness. Proposed improvements when warranted, and ensured effective implementation of changes. Communicated corporate policies and strategies to staff. Represented clients in consumer bankruptcy from intake through discharge. Performed client interviews, prepared and filed petitions, drafted chapter 13reorganization plans, attended trustee hearings, performed legal research, drafted motions, attended confirmation hearings, provide guidance to paralegals, and negotiated settlements with creditor attorneys.

Office of the Public Defender, 4th Judicial Circuit, Green Cove Springs, Florida Fall 2007

Certified Legal Intern

Represented clients in arraignments and pretrial hearings. Assisted attorneys in construction and organization of arguments for criminal trials. Researched relevant case law using both electronic and book resources. Interviewed witnesses and clients in preparation for trials. Participated in jury trials, in-chamber conferences, jury selections, miscellaneous hearings and side bars.

Space Gateway Support, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida 1989 - 2005

Lead Electronic Specialist

Managed all technical aspects of the Electronic Security Systems on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. Negotiated collective bargaining agreement between company and union, interpreted security regulations to ensure compliance, assisted software and engineering staff in evaluating current and future system requirements, maintained database of all maintenance activities, provided technicians with training and guidance, maintained multi million dollar property account, implemented quality assurance program to insure quality of operation, and scheduled maintenance.

MILITARY SERVICE

United States Air Force, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma 1985 - 1989

Satellite Communications Technician

Operated and maintained satellite communications earth station. Provided logistical and material support. Supervised five persons in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance.

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