Mark E. Pochal, J.D.,M.S., R.Ph.

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ATTORNEY/PHARMACIST

Registered Patent Attorney. Self-motivated Attorney with a unique background in both the legal and pharmaceutical industries. Extensive experience in counseling senior executives and providing support regarding medical and pharmaceutical malpractice.

Solutions-Focused Registered Pharmacist. Technical expert with extensive experience practicing in the retail pharmacy setting. Comprehensive background in consulting with medical providers and patients. Reputation for integrity, dedication, and work ethic.

Relationship Manager. Effective communicator and liaison, known for building relationships with technical and non-technical professionals. Continuously pursues opportunities to learn and takes on challenges for further professional development and growth.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Risk Management • Proactive Problem Solving • Relationship Building • Process Improvement

Drug Therapies • Prescription & Over The Counter Medications • Compounding Medications • Appropriate Dosages

Trademark & Patent Applications & Prosecution • Personal Injury • Workers’ Compensation • Negotiations

ACHIEVEMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Cost-effectively resolved personal injury claims and workers' compensation claims.

Jury trial to verdict experience.

Successfully mediated a wrongful death claim.

Successfully prosecuted over 12 patent applications within the last 2-3 years.

Appointed as the Pharmacy Manager at a retail pharmacy.

Supervised adherence to DEA and Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Participated in prescription benefit audits.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

POCHAL & POCHAL, LLC (2003-Present)

LAW OFFICES OF MARK E. POCHAL, LLC (2000-2002)

Attorney, Mystic, CT

Demonstrate strategic planning and organization skills in proficiently steering case projects from initiation and discovery through court trial, with an emphasis on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Negotiation of Settlements, Trial by Jury, Worker’s Compensation, Residential and Commercial Real Estate, Patents and Trademarks. Apply strong case management and negotiation skills in evaluating cases, designing litigation strategies, defending/conducting depositions, and resolving cases through settlement, mediation, and trials.

Exhibited leadership and prioritizing abilities in overseeing a broad range of legal and firm management activities, including developing marketing campaigns, allocating annual budgets, and managing client relationships.

Proactively marketed services to generate client base and steered full-scope servicing, including intake and filings to representation before various tribunals and administrative agencies.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

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CVS/CAREMARK, INC. (1991-Present)

Pharmacist, Groton, CT

Maintain full accountability for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of prescriptions within high volume retail environments. Strategically plan and coordinate workflow to ensure on-time, requirements-compliant completion while maintaining high quality standards. Actively consult with a diverse range of medical providers on therapy alternatives, dosages and patient specific medication issues.

Counsel patients on mechanism of action of medications, the expected effects and expected side effects, and the duration of therapy and drug interactions with other prescription medications.

Career Note: Additional experience as an Attorney for LAW OFFICES OF RALPH BERGMAN and KAPLAN & BRENNAN.

EDUCATION

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Western New England College School of Law, Springfield, MA

Focus on Product Liability, Medical Malpractice, Patent Law

Graduated in Top of Class

M.S. in Health Systems Management

Union College, Schenectady, NY

Specialization in Hospital Administration (Management, Finance, Statistical Analysis, Organizational Development, Labor Relations)

B.S. in Pharmacy

Albany College of Pharmacy, Albany, NY

Emphasis on Scientific & Clinical disciplines: Chemistry, BioChemistry, Pharmacology

(Dean’s List Student, Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Member, Varsity Basketball)

LICENSES

Registered to Practice before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office

Admitted to Connecticut and New York Bars

Registered Pharmacist, R.Ph., Connecticut & New York

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