HELEN C. HSU
Delray Beach, FL 33444
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LEGAL EXPERIENCE
DOCUMENT REVIEW (Special Counsel, Update Legal, Inspired Review, Synergy Legal) – Miami, Florida
Document Review Attorney (June 2013 – Present)
Review and code documents for redaction, quality control, privilege and relevancy issues.
Acknowledged for accuracy and speed.
Strong knowledge of various document review software.
SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC – Deerfield Beach, Florida
In-house Counsel (April 2011 to June 2013)
Drafted and negotiated franchise agreements, marketing, procurement and supply, IT, vendor and executive travel contracts, Master Services Agreements and Statement of Works.
Drafted and presented engaging legal/regulatory compliance training seminars regarding Privacy (GLBA), marketing and advertising compliance and various federal laws.
Reviewed all forms of advertising, marketing and social media for legal compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Appeared pro hac vice on behalf of clients for various small claims suits.
Provided legal consultation, advice and guidance to internal and external clients and departments.
Maintained current knowledge and understanding of state, federal and local laws, regulations and governing bodies.
Developed effective strategies for business units to enhance vendor and internal client communications.
LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT P. SANTORIELLA, PC – Brooklyn, New York
Litigation Associate – PIP, Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death Litigation (November 2010 – April 2011)
Appeared in Court for oral arguments, motions and discovery conferences.
Drafted legal motions, including motions for summary judgment, affirmation in opposition, reply affirmations and discovery motions for personal injury and medical malpractice suits.
Performed case management duties and handled case load of over 50 cases independently.
Conducted depositions.
Managed case from inception to trial/settlement and conducted legal research.
MARK L. LUBELSKY AND ASSOCIATES – New York, New York
Litigation Associate – PIP and Employment Law Litigation (February 2010 – September 2010)
Appeared in Court for oral arguments, motions and discovery conferences.
Drafted various motions, including motions for summary judgment, affirmation in opposition, reply affirmations and discovery motions for personal injury and medical malpractice suits.
Drafted discovery pleadings, including Summons and Complaint, Notice of Claim, Bill of Particulars, Demands and Notice to Admit.
Spearheaded marketing efforts and initiative to create a web presence.
Built and maintained client relationships and retention.
Involved in all phases of discovery and conducted various legal research.
Played an integral role in cases from inception to trial or settlement.
LAW OFFICES OF BRAD KAUFFMAN, PLLC – New York, New York
Litigation Associate – PIP and Medical Malpractice Litigation (June 2009 – January 2010)
Appeared in Court for oral arguments, motions and discovery conferences.
Drafted various motions, including motions for summary judgment, affirmation in opposition, reply affirmations and discovery motions for personal injury and medical malpractice suits.
Conducted various legal research in preparation for trial.
LESLIE ELLIOT KRAUSE, LLP – New York, New York
Litigation Associate – PIP, Wrongful Death and Medical Malpractice Litigation (March 2008 –May 2009)
Represented clients and appeared in Court for motions and discovery conferences.
Drafted various motions, including motions for summary judgment and discovery motions.
Managed all stages of discovery and drafted various discovery documents, while performing extensive review and organization of all documents related to discovery.
Drafted client letters, memoranda and opposition letters.
Conducted various legal research.
BAR ADMISSIONS
Florida, Pending
Authorized House Counsel Florida, 2011-2013
New York, 2008-Present
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY SCHOOL OF LAW – Detroit, Michigan
Juris Doctor – May 2007
Mediation Certification – May 2006
Law Firm Pilot Program
Awards: Estates and Trust Book Award
EAST CHINA UNIVERSITY OF POLITICS AND LAW – Shanghai, China
Certificate of Completion, Summer 2006
Chinese Comparative Law
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY – Washington, District of Columbia
Master of Business Administration, International Business and Marketing, May 2000
Professional Associations: Business Association (1998-2000)
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – Ann Arbor, Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, May 1996
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Proficient: Mandarin Chinese (conversational)