Regulatory Compliance Public Policy

Renee Taft

*****.*************@*****.*** 803-***-**** West Columbia, SC

**SUMMARY**

A highly experienced legal professional with 18 years of expertise in both criminal and civil law, specializing in capital offenses, death penalty cases, regulatory compliance, and public policy. Proven ability to manage complex legal projects, draft critical legal documents, and build strong stakeholder relationships. Adept at conducting thorough legal research, contract review, and managing cases involving both state and federal agencies. A results-oriented leader with exceptional communication and analytical skills, seeking a challenging role in legal affairs, regulatory compliance, or government relations.

**CORE COMPETENCIES**

- Government Affairs & Public Policy

- Legal & Regulatory Compliance

- Stakeholder Relationship Management

- Legislative & Regulatory Research

- Contract Review & Negotiation

- Advocacy & Lobbying

- Strategic Planning & Analysis

- Legal Documentation & Drafting

- Project Management & Supervision

- Interdisciplinary Collaboration

- Litigation Support

- Quality Assurance & Compliance

**PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE**

**Paralegal** Capital Trial Division

South Carolina Commission on Indigent Defense *Apr 2023 - Present

- Managed legal documentation for death penalty cases, ensuring accuracy and timely filings.

- Conducted client interviews, coordinated with investigators, and supported legal teams with in-depth discovery review.

**Senior Legal Analyst** USDA DFAP

Midtown Group/Alvarez & Marsal *Feb 2024 - May 2024*

- Collaborated with a multinational consulting firm to assist a federal agency in managing a large claims case.

- Conducted critical analysis of claimant applications, corroborating narratives and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.

- Updated databases and tracked claims progress, consistently meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

**Legal Analyst** Boy Scouts of America Litigation

Mass Tort Support *2021 - 2022*

- Interviewed claimants and ensured the accuracy of submissions to the Bankruptcy Trustee.

- Conducted research to validate claimant information, enhancing case integrity.

**Case Analyst II/Paralegal Supervisor** Appeals & Rebuttals

C-Hit, LLC *Oct 2022 - Feb 2024*

- Drafted legal decisions for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), ensuring alignment with federal healthcare regulations.

- Provided expert guidance on appeals, rebuttals, and Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), delivering top-tier service to healthcare providers.

**Legal Quality Control Analyst** Veterans Evaluation Services/Maximus

*Jul 2022 - Mar 2023*

- Evaluated medical reports and requests for alignment with VA regulations, ensuring completeness and grammatical accuracy.

- Coordinated reviews with the Medical Advisory Board for cases requiring additional oversight.

**Attorney Case Manager** SBA COVID-19 EIDL Loans

Remote Contractor *Mar 2021 - Dec 2021*

- Reviewed documents for compliance with federal loan requirements, identifying potential fraud and regulatory issues.

- Managed multiple projects, demonstrating strong multitasking and organizational skills.

**Paralegal** Law Office of John E. Duncan

*Mar 2007 – April 2023*

- Handled complex case loads in criminal and civil law, including capital offenses.

- Drafted legal documents, managed discovery, and trained paralegals on court procedures and document preparation.

**Legal Assistant** Rogers, Townsend & Thomas, PC

*Nov 2005 - Mar 2007*

- Drafted and filed legal documents, coordinated client meetings, and reviewed case files for accuracy.

**Intern Public Defender** Public Defender's Office, Lexington, SC

*Jan 2004 - Jan 2005*

- Assisted in drafting legal documents for criminal cases, including capital offenses, and maintained case file organization.

**EDUCATION**

- **JD**, William Howard Taft School of Law

- **M.S. in Public Health**, Community Health (Law & Policy Administration), Walden University

- **B.A. in Public Administration**, Columbia College

- **Certificate**, Forensic Psychology, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

- **Associate Degree in Nursing**, Midland’s Technical College

- **Phlebotomy**, Midland’s Technical College

**MEMBERSHIPS**

- CJA Private Panel, United States District Court for South Carolina

- South Carolina Association for Justice

**SKILLS**

- Legal Research & Analysis

- Contract Review & Negotiation

- Litigation Support

- Regulatory Compliance

- Document Drafting & Filing

- Project Management

- Stakeholder Communication

- Public Policy Advocacy

- Quality Assurance & Compliance

- Data Analysis

- MS Office Proficiency

References available upon Request

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