Kristin Fuller
Murfreesboro
Summary
Astute Attorney known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Unique candidate with training in business, corporate law, MBA in Management, and an MS in Business Ethics and Compliance. Excellence in work ethic and diversity in skills sets this resume apart from most. A firm understanding of ethical business development and analysis in today's climate also elevates this resume apart from other candidates. Top soft skills include strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and adaptability, ensuring successful navigation through complex legal processes and client interactions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Attorney
Solo Practitioner
Murfreesboro
09.2015 - Current
- Solo attorney licensed to practice and litigate in the state of New York.
- Proficient in online and remote client relations.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in local, state, and federal laws.
- Provide advice on potential liability risks associated with business transactions.
- Negotiate settlements between parties involved in commercial disputes.
- Advise clients on their legal rights, obligations, and liabilities under applicable laws.
Documentation Attorney and Compliance Liaison
People's United Bank
Bridgeport
06.2011 - 09.2015
- Negotiated, reviewed, and drafted commercial secured finance lease and loan documentation.
- Served directly under the Chief in-house legal counsel, having been promoted to this position by in-house counsel after completing law school.
- As the company's corporate record bookkeeper, including preparing corporate meeting minutes and summaries, I aided in more efficient record keeping.
- Appointed and served as Compliance Liaison, receiving this position after completing an MS in Business Ethics and Compliance, while also employed as an attorney.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsels.
- Argued settlements clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form.
- Worked on a special project instrumental in expediting transactions and increasing employee efficiency, which included developing an electronic system to perform Uniform Commercial Code reviews for both attorneys and staff.
- Consistently evaluated as exceeding expectations in the annual performance reviews.
Portfolio Audit Specialist
People's United Bank
Bridgeport
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Performed in-house audits of portfolios for Uniform Commercial Code, lien perfection and security interest issues
- Audited portfolios for bankruptcy, payment relief, work-out and restructure
- Assigned as team leader assisting manager in the second review of team member audits, adding to the team efficiency and performance enhancement
- Consistently evaluated as exceeding expectations in annual performance review, which led to promotion to Documentation Attorney
Education
Doctorate in Law -
Western New England College School of Law
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
American Intercontinental University
Master of Science - Business Ethics and Compliance
New England Institute of Business at Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - Government
Wesleyan University
Skills
- Banking
- Legal research
- Management
- Risk management
- Leadership
- Analytics
- Compliance
- Conflict management
- Business development
- UCC law
- Internal Audit
- Paralegal experience
- Research
- Negotiation
Certification
- Bar
- Driver's License
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Commercial Attorney
Solo Practitioner
09.2015 - Current
Documentation Attorney and Compliance Liaison
People's United Bank
06.2011 - 09.2015
Portfolio Audit Specialist
People's United Bank
08.2007 - 06.2011
- Bar
- Driver's License
Doctorate in Law -
Western New England College School of Law
Master of Business Administration - Business Administration
American Intercontinental University
Master of Science - Business Ethics and Compliance
New England Institute of Business at Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - Government
Wesleyan University
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