Commercial Real Estate, Legal, Attorney, Lawyer, New York, Florida

OBJECTIVE

To offer my legal and professional experience in Real Estate to an innovative Real Estate company so they obtain their maximum potential and surpass previous goals in the industry.

EDUCATION

St. Thomas University School of Law Miami Gardens, FL

Juris Doctor, cum laude May 2014

Honors: Dean’s List: Spring 2014, Fall 2013, Spring 2013, Fall 2012

Book Awards: Professional Responsibility, Labor Law

Florida International University Miami, FL

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science December 2007

BAR ADMISSION

The Florida Bar Admitted August 2014

The New York Bar Admitted September 2015

EXPERIENCE

Terranova Corporation Miami Beach, FL

South Florida’s leading commercial real estate advisory firm, currently involved with commercial real estate assets for its clients and its own portfolio valued at over $1 billion. Terranova offers complete commercial real estate services, including Highstreet Retail, Leasing & Property Management, Acquisition/Joint Ventures, Tenant Representation, Dispositions, Financing, and Development & Construction Management.

Corporate Assistant August 2014 – Present

I am a successful team player by being able to transfer through various departments and projects. Originally hired into Leasing for the Executive Vice President, my flexibility and Real Estate Law knowledge was utilized for major projects in the Legal, Acquisitions and Administration including property sales, leasing and office reorganization.

Responsibilities: Liaison between Commercial Leasing Agents and Legal Department to draft leases and amendments. Reviewed lease applications and lease assignment packages for the retail portfolios with the purpose of analyzing risk and delivered reports in concise format for Senior Staff review. Developed oversight database to manage Change Orders, payments, NTO’s and Lien Waivers for construction project. Updated and reported comprehensive briefs of commercial sites and tenants including allowable uses, exclusive clauses, and restrictive covenants. Expedited sales of commercial property through analysis and organization of Title commitments and loan documents.

Lincoln Road Property Owners Association Miami Beach, FL

Newly formed Commercial Property Owners Association for the Lincoln Road area of Miami Beach with the intent to become a Business Improvement District.

Administrative Assistant/Intern November 2013 – May 2014 Set up administrative worksheets and communications for association. Developed minutes for City Liaison Meetings with Executive Board Members. Researched and created database of all current property owners on Lincoln Road. Solved tenant issues by communicating with Miami Beach City Departments.

The Honorable Michelle Barakat, Eleventh Judicial Circuit – Civil/Criminal Division Miami, FL

County Court where Judge Barakat presided over misdemeanor criminal violations, and civil injunctions dealing with domestic violations.

Judicial Intern January 2013 – May 2013

Reviewed and analyzed pending injunctive orders. Observed hearings and trials. Learned procedures for scheduling hearings. Assisted with general chambers operations. Aided Judge in judicial investiture planning.

St. Thomas University School of Law Miami Gardens, FL

Research Assistant, Office of Student Affairs and Labor Law January 2013 – May 2013

Researched articles. Drafted press releases and news articles regarding school accomplishments and events. Worked on multi-office marketing plan. Served as liaison to community organizations to develop relationships with outside entities.

Barakat Law, P.A. Coral Gables, FL

A criminal and civil law firm where Managing Partner Brian Barakat leads with his tenure as a State Prosecutor and years of experience in complex white collar crime and commercial litigation.

Legal Intern June 2012 – August 2012

Drafted motions, memoranda, and estoppel letters. Assisted with homeowners’ association cases, including researching and analyzing current foreclosure law, giving recommendations for proceedings, and taking direction on negotiation and foreclosure matters. Attended court appearances and client consultations. Represented firm at networking events.

Shake-A-Leg Miami (SALM) Coconut Grove, FL

501(c)3 organization whose mission is to use the marine environment to improve the health, education and independence of people with disabilities, disadvantaged youth and their families.

Community Relations/Office Manager July 2009 – August 2011

Served as liaison to local chambers of commerce. Produced expense reports to Accounting Manager for purposes of grants. Processed all revenue and created IRS tax acknowledgement letters for donations. Assisted Chief Operating Officer and Accounting Manager in various processes and analysis of organization. Developed community outreach campaigns.

Coconut Grove Business Improvement District (BID) Coconut Grove, FL

Board of the City of Miami established by property owners and merchants dedicated to protecting and enhancing the vitality of Coconut Grove’s commercial core through programs to fund marketing projects, beautify the streetscapes, make capital improvements, and partner with national, state and local organizations.

Senior Executive Assistant April 2009 – July 2010

Processed applications, permits, and licenses with government entities for operations and special events. Assisted with creation and implementation of marketing plan. Resolved property owners issues with security, municipal services, and marketing. Represented the BID at City of Miami meetings. Performed accounting duties.

Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Coconut Grove, FL

Local Chamber of Commerce for businesses and residents of Coconut Grove to communicate and enhance their marketing and networking.

Chief Administrative Officer February 2008 – April 2009

Managed office staff, Chamber budget, and membership benefits. Spearheaded all operations and communications between all Members and Board of Directors. Contracted and directed professional services including Public Relations and Financial Services. Served as liaison to other local organizations. Developed monthly reports.

SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Office, MAC and Yardi.

Attended Real Estate Seminars by the Fund including: Understanding and Using Resident Real Estate Contracts for Sale and Purchase; Stay Inside the Lines: Surveys and Legal Descriptions; Title Examinations Fundamentals 101; and Meeting Commitment Requirements and Deleting Exceptions. Certified in Westlaw and LexisNexis Advanced.

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