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Attorney

Location:
Philadelphia, PA
Posted:
August 25, 2014

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Resume:

David N. Nigro, Esq.

**** ****** ***. **********, ** 08109 609-***-**** ********@*****.***

Attorney

MULTIPLE STATE BAR ADMISSIONS SKILLED WRITER & RESEARCHER PROVEN HIGH-

PROFILE WINS

Client-focused attorney with hands-on experience in high-volume legal

environment and early career achievements marked by numerous successful

motions. Collaborative, articulate communicator skilled in gathering and

translating complex legal information into concise, comprehendible language

for all audiences.

Education

JD, 2011, Widener University School of Law, Wilmington, DE

BS, Finance, 2007, The Villanova University School of Business, Villanova,

PA

Bar Admissions

New York Bar (Admitted July 2013)

New Jersey Bar (Admitted March 2012)

Pennsylvania Bar (Admitted November 2011)

Florida Bar (Sat for July 2014 Exam - Results Pending)

Professional Experience

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY 2013 - Present

Zarwin, Baum, DeVito, Kaplan, Schaer & Toddy P.C. Philadelphia, PA

Execute full-cycle case management in fast-paced firm handling complex

litigation cases, primarily defending clients in trucking, mass transit,

products liability and premises liability matters. Research various

statutes and draft motions, arguments, pleadings and release agreements.

Right hand to partner in oversight and defense of catastrophic mass transit

accidents, including "Emergency Response Program."

Key Achievements

. Drafted successful motion for summary Judgment in Philadelphia Court

of Common Pleas

. Key attorney in gaining favorable defense verdict in high-profile

trial defending major bus company

. Settled claim for 50% of Plaintiff's original demand through

subrogation negotiation in defendant's favor

NORTHEAST ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE 2011 - 2012

Crowe Paradis Services Corporation North Reading, MA

Sourced and secured new accounts throughout Northeast via networking,

referrals and relationship building. Delivered highly targeted legal advice

to clients on all matters involving Medicare processes and settlements.

LEGAL INTERN 2010

Widener University School of Law Bankruptcy Clinic Wilmington, DE

Practiced bankruptcy law involving indigent clients, requiring efficient

interviewing and communication skills. Filed bankruptcy petitions and wrote

impactful client memos and cease-and-desist letters.

LAW CLERK 2007 - 2008

Levin Fishbein, Sedran & Berman Law Firm Philadelphia, PA

Supported attorneys in trial preparation and legal research, primarily in

class-action cases. Reviewed and cataloged discovery documents to maintain

accurate, organized records.

Technical Expertise

LexisNexis, Westlaw, Pacer, Juris, E-filing systems (New York, New Jersey,

Pennsylvania)



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