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James David Smith

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Mesa, Arizona 85213

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Legal Education

PHOENIX SCHOOL OF LAW, Phoenix, Arizona August 2008

Juris Doctor

Class Rank / GPA: Top 18 percent / 3.28 GPA

Honors: Cum Laude

Activities: Law Review Staff Editor

Academic Excellence Awards:

• Torts I

• Contracts II

• Legal Writing II - Best Appellate Brief

• Commercial Law/Secured Transactions

Undergraduate Education

PHOENIX CAREER COLLEGE, Phoenix, Arizona November 2003

Post-Baccalaureate ABA Paralegal Certificate Program

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX, Phoenix, Arizona April 2002

3.78 GPA - Bachelor of Science in Business Management

Legal Experience

CITY OF PHOENIX PUBLIC DEFENDER’S OFFICE May – July 2008

Summer Extern

• Assist and Observe Counsel at Numerous Trials

• Research and Prepare Motion to Dismiss: whether prosecutor’s misconduct during trial precludes retrial due to double jeopardy (Pool Motion)

GREENBERG TRAURIG, LLP, Phoenix, Arizona Oct. 2003 – May 2008

Litigation Paralegal

Experienced in all phases of litigating civil matters: drafting demand letters; filing complaint or responsive documents; locating and serving parties; reviewing, analyzing and summarizing discovery responses and deposition transcripts; coordinating with courtroom clerk regarding submission and use of trial exhibits; preparing exhibits, exhibit lists and witness lists; managing e-court presentation of exhibits; managing case file; attending and observing counsel at trial, arbitration, oral arguments, and other court proceedings; attending, interacting, and responding to inquiries during attorney/client meetings.

Organizational/Analytical Skills

• Proficient Legal Analysis & Research Skills (Westlaw)

• Superior Writing Ability - Clear and Concise Writing Style

• Detail Oriented & Discern Procedural Requirements

• Extensive Document Management Experience

Professional Profile

• Established Self Starter

• Highly Motivated & Dedicated to Excellence

• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Member: ABA Law Student Division

Previous Experience

IRONWOOD COMMUNICATIONS, INC., Phoenix, Arizona 1997-2003

Professional Installation of High Speed Data (HSD) & Satellite TV

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