Mary Jane C. Scott Baker
**** *** ****** **** ***********, Pennsylvania 16038
412-***-**** (C) *********@*****.***
Law Associate/Professor
Detail-oriented and dedicated professional providing more than 20 years of combined experience within academic, legal, and financial capacities. I am a goal-driven and dynamic leader known for adapting to any environment and making impact in all situations. Skills include being resourceful and analytical; known for strong communication, presentation, and organizational abilities.
Areas of Excellence
Strategic Planning Relationship Development Course Development Project Management
Training & Development Logistics Employment Law Performance Evaluations Client Relations
Problem Resolution Regulatory Compliance Business/Financial Analysis Negotiations Research
Professional Profile
Law
Have observed trials and pre-trial conferences within chambers during an externship. Conducted extensive research of First Amendment rights of students as well as employment law issues related to particular cases. Had assisted Professor in preparation for oral argument before US Court of Appeals for District of Columbia regarding issue of mootness, standing, and justiciability in suit brought by 26 members of Congress against President Clinton.
Played key role in reviewing major multi-defendant/plaintiff anti-trust allegation case.
Directed social security cases and conducted First Amendment research for student suing school district.
Co-authored appellate moot court question for in-school competition regarding federal question on parental kidnapping.
Academia
Provided instruction across various courses, including political science, ethics, criminal justice, systems law, and evidence. Taught students with diverse backgrounds and levels. Managed daily logistics. Orchestrated and delivered courses and exams; developed and implemented course plans and materials. Evaluated students; troubleshot academic career plans and provided advice for work-related objectives.
Designed and established student assessments; reported results to administration throughout teaching process.
Played instrumental role in maintaining outstanding student enrollment and retention rates.
Career Track
Community College of Allegheny County, Adjunct Professor 2007-2013
St. Alexis Catholic School of Wexford, Administrative Volunteer 2000-2004
US District Court of Western Pennsylvania, Judicial Externship 2000
South Carolina Federal Savings & Loan Association, Personal Financial Officer Prior-2000
Academic Credentials
Juris Doctor: University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Bachelor of Arts, Fine Arts; Political Science/Literature Minors: University of Pittsburgh
Associate of Business Administration: West Virginia Career College