Danielle Creek, Esq.

*** ******* **** **., ** Washington, D.C.

adk7eq@r.postjobfree.com • 202-***-****

Qualifications Profile

Licensed attorney with multi-dimensional experience. Expertise in compiling, analyzing, and transforming data into actionable objectives with a focus on meeting community needs.

Excellent interpersonal skills; foster and fortify partnerships with executive stakeholders and reinsurers.

Strong project management talents; capable of leading teams to complete projects within strict time and budget constraints.

Licensed Realtor in Maryland and District of Columbia

Professional Experience

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES, Washington, DC

Attorney-Contractor, 2019-Present

Work closely with the Office of the General Counsel and the Office of Contracts and Procurement providing legal advice to define and carry out agency objectives. Perform compliance reviews of contract related activities to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls.

Maintain strong current knowledge of the District’s in-lease and out-lease portfolio, inclusive of over 100 lease agreements for District government agencies, and schools, providing advice and support to DGS for day-to-day lease administration and enforcement issues

Perform quantitative and qualitative functions associated with lease agreements including interpretation of lease terms, resolving disputes/discrepancies

Liaise and build relationships with property management companies to ensure proper lease management

Performed detailed analysis of contracts award packages for completeness, ensuring strict compliance with specifications in preparation for DC Council approval

Review contract disputes and issue a final decision based on legal research

MAY LIGHTFOOT LAW FIRM, Washington, DC

Associate Attorney, January 2020 – December 2020

Advise clients and paraprofessionals on personal injury, product liability, and medical malpractice cases. Prepare and draft various civil litigation pleadings, including complaints, answers, discovery requests, and motions. Regularly communicate with clients to explain the status of their cases and advised them on their options.

Litigate personal injury cases from intake through ultimate resolution. Research and prepare cases for hearings and litigation.

FIVE PEARLS CONSULTING FIRM, Washington, DC

Principle Consultant, 2017 – Present

Prepare and update project plans to meet and exceed client expectations while simultaneously increasing revenue generation. Evaluate business areas, fields, and needs to provide clients with data-driven recommendations. Collaborate with clients to develop, maintain, and nurture future opportunities to meet customers’ needs.

Overhauled entire organizational structure for the client and established courses that optimize time management and performance.

Manage projects and contracts for DC government agencies

Real Estate Salesperson, 2017 – 2018

Licensed real estate agent in Maryland and District of Columbia. Assisted clients will all aspects of the home buying and selling process. Helped real estate agents perform efficiently by performing administrative tasks and duties.

Personally, delt with lenders, home inspectors, pest control operators, escrow companies, and the like to ensure that all terms and conditions of purchase agreement were met before closing

Prepared real estate forms and documents

Coordinated showings and open houses, prepared listing materials.

Prepared marketing materials, maintained website and social media.

Assisted with closing process

DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION, Washington, DC

Programs Division Manager, 2011 – 2017

Increased customer satisfaction by quickly and appropriately resolving issues. Delegated multi-phase activities to personnel with complementary skills and coordinated timelines to ensure the successful launch. Managed budget, procurement processes, and supply inventory. Aligned actions with the organization’s strategy, ensuring the completion of objectives.

Met community needs and interest by providing a diverse range of programs and activities. Utilized extensive coaching and on-the-job training to increase employees’ performance and productivity. Gained support for initiatives by working alongside internal staff, community, and other organizations.

Delivered key contributions and increased program offerings and participation.

Maximized staff productivity by developing strategies and implementing processes; achieved by increasing product offerings.

Oversaw the successful implementation of programs by communicating objectives with key personnel and stakeholders—significantly increased program offerings.

BRIGHT BEGINNINGS, INC., Washington, DC

Education Technology Manager, 2007 – 2009

Administered the organization’s IT infrastructure. Maintained surveys and statistics regarding educational and family services component. Worked collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders in brainstorming meetings. Developed and sustained a service-driven environment focused on clarity, simplicity, and customer guidance.

Recognized for the implementation of educational, statistical programming.

Optimized the efficiency of data collection procedures used within the organization.

COURT SERVICES AND OFFENDER SUPERVISION AGENCY (CSOSA), Washington, DC

Program Assistant, 2006 – 2007

Supported the administration of CSOSA treatment programs, ensuring operations excellence. Used information from research findings to prepare written correspondences. Analyzed data from a variety of sources and provided data-driven recommendations to drive the success of programmatic initiatives.

Orchestrated the logistics of community service placements for offenders.

Researched and analyzed various reentry programs for effectiveness made recommendations that informed PCSOSA’s reentry services and enable the organization to better address the needs of returning citizens.

Educational Background

Juris Doctor

UDC DAVID A. CLARKE SCHOOL OF LAW – Washington, DC

Master of Professional Studies – Legal Studies

GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY – Washington, DC

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

TRINITY WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY – Washington, DC

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