Attorney, Bankruptcy, foreclosure, evictions, collections

S. KEITH EADY

*****@*********.***

**** ******* ***** 404-***-**** - cell

Tucker, GA 30084 404-***-**** - work

SUMMARY

Accomplished attorney looking to transition into another area of exciting and rewarding work. I have extensive experience in analyzing and interpreting law, rules and regulations impacting different organizations and evaluating the risk and operational efficiency. I have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced demanding environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. I strive to maintain a superior relationship with all clients and staff to create an enjoyable work environment. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

EXPERIENCE

OWNER and MANAGER, Keith Eady & Associates, LLC, Atlanta, GA, December 2003 to present.

Manager of a small multi-office law firm representing a diverse group of clients, both individuals and corporations, though the difficult process of bankruptcy.

Analysis of client’s financial status.

Negotiating financial settlements with creditors.

Assist clients in estate planning.

Hired, supervised and trained staff.

ASSOCIATE, Spain & Gillon, L.L.C., Birmingham, AL, March 2003 to December 2003.

Representing Creditors, both individuals and corporations in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 Bankruptcy.

Conducting foreclosures and handling eviction proceedings.

Represented small to medium size corporations/businesses in various legal matters, including reviewing of contracts and all types of commercial litigation.

ASSOCIATE, Morris, Schneider & Prior, LLC, Atlanta, GA, December 2000 to March 2003.

Manager of the Alabama and Tennessee Bankruptcy Departments for a large multi-state law firm.

Oversaw the recruiting, hiring, training and supervision of staff.

Ensured legal compliance with all applicable state and federal laws.

Met client’s demanding timelines.

Reported to clients on the status of files and the appropriate legal actions.

Managed the departments under the firm’s set budget.

VICE PRESIDENT and ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL, Community Bank, Blountsville, AL, May

1999 to November 2000.

Managed the collection activities for all 30 banks and 12 branches of the subsidiary finance company, 1st Community Credit Corp.

Oversaw all bankruptcies; foreclosures; evictions; repossessions; small claims and state court actions; estate claims; and forgeries.

Handled all unemployment related issues.

Responsible for the development of collection policies and procedures and verify bank was in compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations.

Created a collection department database which allowed reports to be quickly generated and

reviewed for each individual bank and/or department.

Oversaw the hiring, training and supervision of the support staff and attorneys in the legal department.

Trained personnel on collections activities and the applicable policies and procedures.

Reported to the President and Board of Directors on all collection matters; loan losses; REO properties; unemployment issues; and status of compliance with all appropriate state and federal regulations in these matters.

Any other legal work as necessary.

ASSOCIATE, R.A. Norred, and self employed after his death. Birmingham, AL, March 1998 to May 1999.

Represented Jim Walter Homes and its subsidiaries in the area of foreclosure and bankruptcy in the state of Alabama.

Conducted over 150 foreclosure sales/month.

Verified that client was in compliance with applicable state and federal laws in regards to foreclosures and bankruptcies.

ASSOCIATE, Campbell & Campbell, P.C., Talladega, AL, March 1994 to March 1998.

Represented individuals and small businesses in Chapter 7, 11 and 13 Bankruptcy.

Assisted in the representation of plaintiffs in several class actions against companies for violations of Truth-in-Lending, Alabama Mini-Code, and Small Loan Act.

LICENSE

Georgia – all states courts, Northern & Middle District Federal Court

Alabama - all state and federal courts

Tennessee – all states courts, Western District Federal Court

11th Circuit Court of Appeals

MEMBERSHIPS

Atlanta Bar Association

American Bankruptcy Institute

Metro Atlanta Association of Professionals

Stonewall Bar Association

Metro Atlanta Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney Group

AGLCC

EDUCATION

Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, Birmingham, AL - Juris Doctor, December 1993.

Samford University, Birmingham, AL - Bachelor, May 1984.

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