Civil Litigation Attorney/Law Professor
Resume:
Vickie S. Carlton-Sadler
Marietta, GA 30064
Email: ******.*******@*****.***
Professional Experience
The Carlton Sadler Law Group LLC, March 2011 to August 2015 Atlanta, GA
Managing Member
Representation of clients in areas of breach of contract claims, construction claims, government contracts, and personal injury litigation claims.
Representation of clients in addressing issues relating to family law including divorce, child support, and legitimation.
Provide contract review, negotiation, and drafting for commercial and individual clients in various businesses, including real estate transactions.
Partner with clients to provide guidance and counsel in various litigation matters.
Savannah Law School, August 2014 to August 2015 Savannah, GA
Visiting Associate Professor
Courses taught in the 2014-2015 school year included Property, Trust, Wills, and Estates, and Advanced Bar Studies.
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, August 2011 to August 2014 Atlanta, GA
Assistant Professor, Academic Counselor
Courses taught included The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Remedies, Contract Drafting, Advanced Negotiations, Professional and Academic Success Seminar, Advanced Bar Studies, and Advanced Analytical Methods.
Responsibilities as Academic Counselor in the Office of Academic Achievement included assisting students in developing in the areas of critical reading, reading comprehension, legal and factual analyses, logic, organization, structure of legal arguments, legal writing, study skill development and strategies.
Law school committee involvement: Technology Committee (2012-2013), Bar Examination Preparation Committee (2013-2014), and New Student Committee (2013-2014).
Hudson Walker Parrot, June 2013 to August 2013 Atlanta, GA
Contract Attorney
Representation of Managing Directors and board members of failed banks in defense of claims brought by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, including claims for: dishonest conduct, insider transactions, violation of internal policies, laws, and regulations, failure to establish, monitor, or follow proper underwriting procedures, and refusal to heed regulatory warnings.
Representation required ability to thoroughly review and analyze banking policies and procedures in accordance with The Georgia Department of Banking and Finance and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation operational requirements.
Served as lead counsel responsible for research and writing motions for summary judgment. Also served as lead counsel responsible for minimizing potential damage claims which included the ability to work with and manage banking experts.
Adorno & Yoss, LLC, Sept. 2008 to Sept. 2010 Atlanta, GA
Senior Associate
Represented multi-billion dollar corporation in the areas of construction litigation including negligent construction claims, breach of contract, fraud, mechanic’s and materialmens’ liens, Davis Bacon Act compliance, collections, bankruptcy, and personal injury.
Won motion for summary judgment on $3.5 million personal injury matter by advancing defense of statutory immunity.
Litigated disputes relating to coverage pursuant to Commercial General Liability Policies, Workers’ Compensation claims, and insurance defense.
Assisted government contracting clients in resolving disputes, asserting and defending claims, and defending and challenging contract award decisions before federal and non-federal judicial and administrative tribunals.
Represented state and local governmental entities regarding contract disputes, procurement procedures, and the conduct of substantial privatization efforts, including Georgia’s statewide privatization of information technology overseen by the Georgia Technology Authority for restructuring and updating of the state’s Information Technology Infrastructure and outsourcing initiatives.
Assisted clients with preparing requests for information pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act.
Represented national firm operating pursuant to the National Defense Authority Act containing a multi-million dollar housing privatization initiative for the construction of a $52 million housing project.
Successfully resolved housing authority disputes including contract matters and discrimination claims.
Conducted research, drafted briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
Developed litigation strategies, budgets, and case evaluations.
Advised and counseled clients directly throughout life of litigation.
Consulted with clients on strategies aimed at business development and improvement to internal processes.
Identified, recommended, and conducted employment training of client employees.
Negotiated settlements favorable to clients.
Engaged in conflict resolution through mediation and arbitration.
Prepared witnesses and experts for discovery depositions in preparation for trial.
Acted in capacity of lead counsel at trial.
Supervised junior attorneys and paralegals.
Marketed legal services for purposes of business development.
Powell Goldstein LLP (Bryan Cave, LLP) September 2003 to September 2008 Atlanta, GA
Associate
Provided advice to clients doing business with municipal, state and federal entities on developments in legislation and regulations impacting federal, state and local procurement processes and requirements.
Counseled clients on regulatory compliance requirements inherent in municipal, state, and federal public contracts.
Represented clients in all aspects of general commercial disputes, product liability claims, personal injury, complex business litigation, commercial tort claims, government contracts, procurement, and construction.
Defended and prosecuted breach of contract, fraud, and RICO claims.
Provided representation to clients with government contracts and counsel to clients seeking to contract with the government, including bid protests to the various federal, state, and local authorities.
Represented clients with claims based on the Davis-Bacon Act, constructive changes, cardinal changes, superior knowledge, defective specifications, equitable adjustments, terminations for default and convenience.
Represented major banking institution against breach of fiduciary duty claims involving the management of trusts and estates.
Presented oral arguments on dispositive motions.
Prepared witnesses and experts for deposition and trial.
Deposed witnesses in preparation for litigation.
Acted in capacity of lead counsel at trial.
Second recipient of the Randall L. Hughes Fellowship to serve a six-month term with the Atlanta Legal Aid Society representing clients in matters involving education, unemployment benefits, public benefits, and landlord tenant actions.
Powell Goldstein LLP, May 2002 to September 2002 Atlanta, GA
Summer Associate
Conducted fifty state survey on statues addressing issue of community property for estate planning purposes.
Drafted research memorandum regarding recent retaliation claims in the context of labor and employment litigation.
Drafted research memorandum on recent developments in toxic torts.
Drafted will documents and met with clients as a part of Atlanta Volunteer Lawyer’s Foundation firefighter project.
Weissman, Nowack, Curry & Wilco, PC, May 2001 to July 2001 Atlanta, GA
Summer Associate
Drafted research memorandum in the areas of real estate development and land use.
Attended client meetings and witness interviews.
Assisted in preparing supervising attorney for oral argument.
Office of the District Attorney, July 2001 to August 2001 Perry, GA
Summer Associate
Attended and assisted with preparing supervising attorney for juvenile court hearings and trials.
Performed research memorandum in the area of family law.
Assisted investigators with internet operation aimed at prosecuting child molesters.
Education
University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, AL
Bachelor of Science, Accounting, May 1994
Mercer University School of Law Macon, GA
Juris Doctor, Graduated in top 15% of Class, May 2003
Honors and Activities
Moot Court Board Member, Mercer University Law School
Lawson Moot Court Competition Finalist
Advanced Legal Writing Program Certificate
Finalist Fulton County Daily Report Volunteer Award, Child Advocacy, 2008
Professional Memberships and Activities
National Bar Association, Women’s Law Division, Chair, Continuing Legal Education Committee, Scholarship Committee
National Bar Association, Women’s Law Division, Treasurer
Advisory Committee Member, Budget Committee, Atlanta Legal Aid Society
Truancy Intervention Program, Kids in Need of Dreams, Pro Bono Lawyer
Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence, Board Member
One Child One Lawyer Volunteer, Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation
Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys
Cast Member, A Courthouse Line VI, No Business Like Law Business, Atlanta Bar Foundation, 2005
Cast Member, A Courthouse Line VII, Saving Private Practice, Atlanta Bar Foundation, 2009
Cast Member, A Courthouse Line IX, Law School Musical, Atlanta Bar Foundation, 2011
Cast Member, A Courthouse Line X, Back in Black, Atlanta Bar Foundation, 2013
Speaking Engagements
Getting to Give, Importance of Volunteering in the Community, GAWL Annual Women Mean Business Seminar, October 2004 (State Bar approved for CLE credit).
Proposed Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, GAWL Annual Women Mean Business Seminar, October 2005 (State Bar approved for CLE credit).
Exploring the Role and Impact of Women Lawyers, Alternative Career Options, and Ethical Considerations, National Bar Association Annual Convention, August 2011
(State Bar approved for CLE credit).
Articles
Vickie Carlton-Sadler, Infant Gets Chance to Overcome Rough Start in Life, The Daily Report, May 16, 2011.
Interests & Hobbies
Yoga, meditation, boating, and traveling.
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