PAUL V. TURAEW
Washington, D.C. 20008
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EXPERIENCE
Strategic Sustainability Consulting Washington, D.C.
Independent Consultant June 2009-Present
. Independently researched and wrote white paper for publication examining
carbon offset investments and the voluntary carbon offset markets.
. Provided extensive analysis and data synthesis of major corporate
governance frameworks including IFC, ICMM, GRI and ISO for the purpose
of educating clients and assisting them in their CSR reporting and
compliance initiatives.
. Knowledgeable in sustainable practices and energy use with ability to
calculate carbon footprints, assess a business' environmental strengths,
weaknesses and make recommendations for improvement.
Center for Medicare Advocacy, Inc. Washington, D.C.
Law Clerk, Policy and Litigation Division May 2007- August 2007
. Independently researched and wrote paper examining CMS guidelines; paper
published by CMA and distributed to subscribing members and
organizations nationwide.
. Provided in-depth industry research and analysis to senior attorneys;
identified industry trends; edited extensive amounts of peer-conducted
research and analysis for presentation and publication.
. Direct interaction with clients, public, and Congressional staff
throughout policy education and advocating process on topics including:
legal rights of patients, proscribed procedures for medical providers,
and economics of proposed health insurance regulations.
R.I. Department of Business Regulation Providence, R.I.
Law Clerk, Industry Research and Compliance September 2006-May 2007
. Researched insurance and contractual issues and claims; drafted
model penalty provisions for State Health Insurance Commissioner;
prepared and presented reports to state commissioners and boards.
N.Y.S. Division of Human Rights Albany, N.Y.
Intern, Legal Department May 2006 - August 2006
. Independently investigated alleged unlawful discrimination by
interviewing parties and witnesses, conducting conferences and
applying law to form recommendations and conclusions; briefed
members of the public on Division policy and procedure.
. Top performing intern, commended for outstanding attention to
detail, public report and application of law.
Love, Willingham, LLP Atlanta, G.A.
Managing Paralegal, Corporate Division June 2004 - June 2005
. Managed over 100 case files and all related documents, pleadings and
correspondence; wrote memoranda, summaries and reports from personal
and attorney-conducted investigations; drafted and served numerous
legal documents.
. Promoted to Managing paralegal for Fortune 500 client; acted as
direct contact between client and employer.
. Streamlined online document producing, collecting and organizing
system by creating data bases and implementing division-wide
procedures.
. Supervised and guided two paralegal assistants within the firm in
preparation for mediation, litigation and settlement.
EDUCATION
Roger Williams University School of Law Bristol, R.I.
Juris Doctorate
June 2008
Emory University Atlanta, G.A.
Bachelor of Arts May 2004
Double Major: Political Science and Russian; Dean's List
SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS
Bilingual: Fluent in Russian ( Technologically oriented with excellent
MS Office, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Litigator's Notebook, e-resource and
research skills ( Ability to identify and synthesize complex processes
and ideas ( Exceptional writing and editing in both objective and
persuasive tones ( Proven interpersonal and organizational skills (
Ability to accomplish multiple tasks with precision under strict
deadlines ( Familiar with an extensive variety of energy conservation
techniques and products. Certified: SSC Green Auditor.
HONORS & ACTIVITIES
Volunteer, Energy Efficiency Researcher with Alliance for Climate
Protection ( Roger Williams Moot Court Board Member; Competitions and
Development Co-Chair ( Ester Clark Moot Court Competition,
Quarterfinalist ( Environmental and International Law Societies, Board
Member ( Phi Delta Theta Fraternity; Honor Council Chair ( Capital
Region Inner-City Junior Golf Program, Instructor.
PERSONAL
Studied governmental procedure and history abroad in Oxford, England;
Paris, France; and Florence, Italy ( Enjoy athletics, art, automotive
history and design, cooking, political culture, hiking, and traveling.