JUDY MARIE CULLINAN

**** ** *** ****** • North Miami, FL • 786-***-**** • ad2ll0@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

Motivated, enthusiastic, and meticulously organized attorney proficient in the practice of law.

Skilled criminal and family law litigator with over twenty-two years of courtroom experience.

Lead counsel in numerous criminal bench and jury trials, including violent, drug, and property crimes.

Lead counsel in numerous family bench trials

Outstanding negotiating, drafting, and research skills.

Member of Florida Bar and Federal Bar for the Southern District of Florida.

Legal Experience

McKinnon Legal, Miramar, FL

May 2023- Present

Family Associate Attorney

Manage caseload of family cases, including; dissolution of marriage, paternity, post judgment modifications and pre marital agreements. Conduct trials, mediations, motions and depositions.

Manage complex family law cases from inception to resolution.

Conduct legal research, analysis, and prepare legal documents.

Represent clients in court, mediation, and settlement negotiations.

Provide strategic legal advice on divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division.

Collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants to prepare cases.

Draft and review legal agreements, including prenuptial agreements and divorce settlements.

Stay current with family law regulations and legal developments in Florida.

Maintain open communication with clients and provide regular case updates.

Act as a strong advocate for clients' best interests while upholding ethical standards.

Carabotta & Steakley, North Miami, Fl

May 2022- May 2023

Civil Litigation Associate

Manage caseload of homeowners insurance cases for various insurance companies.

Reviewed claim files, conducted research and prepared legal analysis and recommendations regarding trial or settlement.

Conducted discovery, including answers to interrogatories, responses to request for production.

Conduct and defend depositions and attend court hearings.

Glantzlaw, Plantation, FL

Criminal/Family Attorney, January 2021 – May 2022

Handle variety of criminal and family matters, including: domestic violence injunctions, paternity and divorce, traffic matters, and all criminal matters for general practice firm and Southern Florida LegalShield provider

Provide legal representation to clients in both criminal and family law cases.

Manage a caseload that includes criminal defense cases and family law matters, such as divorce, child custody, and spousal support.

Conduct legal research to stay up-to-date with relevant statutes, regulations, and case law in both criminal and family law areas.

Meet with clients to assess their legal needs, provide advice, and develop legal strategies for their cases.

Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, trials, and mediation or negotiation sessions.

Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and agreements for both criminal and family law cases.

Negotiate settlements and plea bargains in criminal cases and divorce settlements, child custody agreements, and spousal support arrangements in family law cases.

Act as a zealous advocate for clients' rights and interests in both criminal and family law matters.

Maintain open and effective communication with clients, keeping them informed about case progress and developments.

Uphold the highest ethical standards in both criminal and family law practice.

Law Firm of Jonathan Schwartz, P.A., Miami, FL

Litigation Attorney, July 2020 - December 2020

Managed caseload of criminal cases for defense firm, drafted and argued motions, conducted fact and expert witness depositions, hearings, DUI administrative hearings

Law Offices of the Public Defender for the 11th Circuit, Miami-Dade County, FL

Assistant Public Defender, 2000 - June 2020

Domestic Violence Division - defended all domestic crimes (battery, assault, violation of injunction)

Felony, Misdemeanor, and Juvenile Units - defended indigent clients accused of child molestation, possession of child pornography, child abuse, elder abuse, homicide, sexual assault, gang crimes; and juvenile delinquency matters

Conducted felony and misdemeanor jury and bench trials, suppression, revocation, and bond hearings Managed and supervised certified legal interns

Marketing and Fundraising Experience

Lasertron, Amherst, NY

Marketing Director

Managed all marketing for manufacturing sector of a national laser tag entertainment company; designed and placed advertisements, developed new product brochures, developed and designed trade show booths, and coordinated trade show logistics

March of Dimes, Buffalo, NY

Director of Development

Coordinated and implemented fund raising and program activities, managed public relations and communications

Education

St. Thomas University College of Law, Miami, FL

Juris Doctorate

Dean’s Fellow for Criminal Law

Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office - Certified Legal Intern

The Pottinger Settlement - Research Assistant

University of Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Bachelor of Arts: Political Science

Minor: Communications

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