Zoologist / Attorney, Conservation Coordinator

ZOOLOGIST / ATTORNEY / ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCATE

Highly knowledgeable and experienced Zoologist / Attorney, equipped with hands-on skills and vast knowledge in areas of animal and wildlife law / conservation, environmental science, and business law. Versatile and articulate negotiator. Recognized for unparalleled work ethics and dedication to achieve organizational mission. Proven effectiveness in working in partnership with legal and regulatory agencies at state and local levels.

- Adept at developing, implementing, and supervising wildlife and zoo education program. Curator of Education for City of El Paso Zoological Park and functioned as Chief Officer responsible for ensuring compliance with Endangered Species Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act, Migratory Bird Act, and I.S.I.S interface.

- In-depth knowledge in Marine Mammal Protection Act and its regulations. Successful in gathering a variety of data ranging from management of the use of marine mammals in tuna fisheries, to tissue samples from dolphin mortalities.

- Extensive training in Zoology and conservation and emerging "Green Areas". Broad knowledge of the natural history of animal collections used in conservation goals by Zoological societies and conservation organizations.

- An accomplished public speaker with excellent communication skills. Able to cross-reference and make understandable and usable seemingly foreign concepts and ideas.

Professional Experience

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ATTORNEY AT LAW

Law Offices of Kenneth Knoblack 1992-Present

Management of a variety of cases and client legal issues, which include litigation for both federal and state courts ranging from civil litigation to employment law. Required to optimize legal knowledge and remained updated on the latest comprehensive legal, regulatory, and other industry-related developments. Remained abreast of the routine and appropriate linkages to clients to understand their needs while effectively providing creative legal solutions.

Earlier Career

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Professor of Environmental Science and Law

University of Phoenix, San Diego, CA

Curator of Education

City of El Paso Texas, El Paso Zoological Park, TX

Attorney at Law

Knoblock and Knoblock

High Seas Dolphin Observer (Dept. of Commerce)

Tuna / Dolphin Branch, San Diego, CA

Driver / Guide (San Diego Animal Park) San Diego Zoological Society, Escondido, CA

Education

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Faculty Certification Program (Faculty Certificate, University of Phoenix)

Doctor of Jurisprudence (National University School of Law, San, Diego, CA)

Post Graduate Studies, Biology and Environmental Science

Bachelor of Science in Zoology

Palomar Community College, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Professional Training

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Extensive ongoing legal training (ongoing training and education of the bar)

Affiliations

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California State Bar Association - San Diego Country Bar Association - American Bar Association

American Association of Zoos - Captain Moot Court Team-Law School

Coach/Competitor No Mercy Academy of Wrestling

Volunteer and Related Experience

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Volunteer Animal Keeper, L.A. Zoo and Sea World of San Diego

Kennelman, San Diego County Humane Society

Large Animal Technician, Escondido equine Hospital

Wildlife Rescue Volunteer, Helen Woodland Animal Center

“ Success With Two Species of Bats at the El Paso Zoo”

Western Regional Conference, American Association Of Zoos, Albequerque

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