Jeffrey S. Denny jdb8f832@westpost.

net
117 Dunwoody Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117 67
8/596-9356 - 770/834-1897
Objective: to find a JD/Paralegal position which will allow me to utilize my ski
lls and training in the legal field
Education: Tulane University Law School, New Orleans, Louisiana
Juris Doctor, May 1997
Top 30% of Graduating Class
Honors: Tulane International Law Journal (V.P and articles Chairman), Member o
f Indigent Defense Committee-Handling trial and hearings under supervision of pr
ogram coordinator, Received Cullen R. Liskow Scholarship for Excellence; CALI an
d AmJur Awards in Civil Procedure, Criminal Law and Oil & Gas law; ATLA Moot Cou
rt finalist, Certificate of Specialization in Admiralty and International Law.
West Georgia College, Carrollton, Georgia
B.S. in Political Science/History, March 1994
G.P.A. 3.7/4.0
Honors: Dean's List, Omicron Delta Kappa, Order of Omega (President), Pi Sigma
Alpha, President's Award, Pi Gamma Mu (President), Earl Garret Award for most ou
tstanding undergraduate leader (National Award), Chairman of Student Judicial Co
mmittee, Pi Kappa Alpha (2 term President), as well as NUMEROUS leadership posit
ions all across campus.
Relevant Work Experience
Smith, White, Sharma & Halpern Atlanta, Ga.
Senior Trial Attorney June, 2007 - Current
Oversaw and directed strategy for each injury litigation case in the office. Ov
ersaw other attorneys working on any and all litigation cases.
Keenan Law Firm Atlanta, Ga.
Deposition Attorney 2006 - May, 2007
Very sophisticated Plaintiff's trial practice. Firm deals exclusively with Cata
strophic injuries and Wrongful Death. Caseload runs the gamut of Medical malpra
ctice claims to products liability. My position is in the preparation of each c
ase for trial, mediation, mock juries and focus groups (presenting the case of o
ne side or the other during these sessions). Worked extensively with Senior par
tner in preparing witnesses, taking and defending depositions. This includes th
e thorough preparation of all clients, as well as expert witnesses.
Denny Law, P.C. Atlanta, Ga.
Trial Practice March, 2000 - 2005
General Litigation Practice. Case load includes auto accidents, tractor-trailer
, premises liability and wrongful death. Managed five other attorney case loads
from another attorney's office, ensuring they were handled properly throughout
the pre-litigation phase. All class A (large verdict) cases in the other office
s were directly supervised by me through completion. I overturned two separate
dispositive trial court decisions (in two separate cases) by the 11th circuit, b
oth required oral briefing. Multiple $1+ Million awards
Middleberg, Riddle & Gianna New Orleans, La.
Litigation Associate 1997 - 2000
Defense Trial Practice. Very complex practice including defense of very large s
elf insured chemical companies in Toxic Tort defense, as well as coverage disput
es. Defended these chemical companies in multi-billion, multi-defendant civil c
onspiracy case, taking depositions and attending Court hearings involving same.
 Loyola University School of Law New Orleans, La.
Adjunct Professor of Trial College 2000 - 2003
Prepared lectures and instructed third year law student on matters of Trial Advo
cacy, which focused on trial technique, admission of evidence and objections.
Bar
Membership: Georgia, July 1998; Louisiana and Texas, July 1997.
Litigation Attorney
Background and Credentials:
My professional career reflects 9 years of general liability/trial practice (on
both sides of the isle), business law, contract negotiation, litigation, general
counsel, state government and the medical and pharmaceutical industry. Leadersh
ip has been demonstrated managing teams of 20+ and as President of successful fi
rm. Discerning researcher and compelling communicator with executive level decis
ion making abilities, capable of reducing loss and liability of both individuals
and corporate clients. Possess a demonstrated record of success to predict, pro
tect, and close claims on time. Directly led and taught groups of 10-20 law stu
dents in their 3rd year Trial Advocacy clinic.
Credentials and Objective:
Awarded a Juris Doctor, Cum Laude from Tulane University Law School, New Orleans
, Louisiana. Honors received include: Tulane International Law Journal (V.P and
articles Chairman); Member of Indigent Defense Committee-Handling trials and hea
rings under supervision of program coordinator; Cullen R. Liskow Scholarship for
Excellence; CALI and AmJur Awards in Civil Procedure, Criminal Law and Oil & Ga
s law; ATLA Moot Court finalist; Certificate of Specialization in Admiralty and
International Law. Graduate studies supported by a Bachelor of Science degree i
n Political Science from West Georgia University; graduating with honors. Spent
a year attending George Washington University in Washington, D.C. while working
as a congressional aide to the Office of the Speaker of the House on Capitol Hil
l. While at West Georgia I was nominated by University staff and won the Earl G
arrett Award, a National Award for The Most Outstanding Undergraduate Leader. Me
mber of Louisiana, Texas & Georgia State Bar Associations. Adjunct Professor for
Loyola University School of Law (Trial Advocacy Clinic, an intensive three week
course on Courtroom leadership skills). Academic and professional credentials h
ave been enhanced with additional practical experience in business operations, c
ases involving the protection of civil rights, litigation support, start up vent
ures, executive project management, campaign management, consulting, human resou
rces, business contracts, and regulatory agencies.
These skills and experiences would enable me to serve your firm in a variety of
leadership capacities. I believe my abilities could be maximized by allowing me
to continue to strengthen my leadership skills within your organization. I bel
ieve that my strong litigation and trial skills would give you an additional edg
e. Given the opportunity to present myself to you in person, I am confident you
will find me to be a worthy addition to your team.
Selected Accomplishments:
* Excellent oral presentation skills are foundational to role as president of tr
ial law firm, where I functioned as lead in substantial jury and bench trials. H
ave received several awards in excess of $1M+
* Strong written communication strengths have been implemented in hundreds of tr
ial and appellate briefs as well as client communication. Overturned Federal Tri
al Court two separate Federal Jury Court decisions through appeals to 11th circu
it, both required oral argument and would have been dispositive of my clients ca
se
* Capable analyst of regulatory issues, with detailed exposure to a number of St
ate and Federal agencies
* Multi-disciplined strategist, able to handle extensive and diverse client load
* Have successfully represented clients in all aspects of litigation, including
numerous large verdict cases; jury trials and appeals for personal and premises
liability, products liability, and wrongful death. Also managed several other at
torney case loads from less experienced attorneys, ensuring they were handled pr
operly throughout the pre-litigation phase. You will find few attorneys with my
Trial experience.
* Responsible for maintaining caseload in excess of 100+ open files. Have repre
sented clients as lead counsel in all levels of court proceedings.
* Skilled in drafting numerous Motions for Summary Judgment and other pleadings
for submission to the court, involving the simple rear-end accident case to more
complex toxic tort and products liability litigation. Have developed multiple
successful briefs, overturning negative decisions by trial court & Court of Appe
als
* Adjunct Professor for Trial Advocacy course, a three week intensive curriculum
to third year law students
* Selected to participate in County Leadership Course by former course alumni wh
o believed that I showed the skill, morals and ability necessary to be Future Co
unty and District Leader, as well as a significant community leader

References available upon request