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Charles Bloomberg
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Litigation Attorney with over 15 years of expertise in civil and commercial litigation, achieving favorable outcomes in high-stakes cases. Demonstrated proficiency in legal research, drafting, and negotiation, resulting in substantial client savings and legal victories.
PROFESSIONAL Experience
Senior Litigation Attorney | Company A
June 2016 — Present, San Francisco, USA
• Spearheaded over 100 complex civil litigation cases annually, achieving a 90% success rate, resulting in over $50 million in settlements and judgments.
• Developed comprehensive litigation strategies, incorporating thorough legal research and risk assessment, reducing client liability by 30%.
• Led a team of junior attorneys and paralegals in case preparation, fostering a collaborative environment and increasing team efficiency by 25%.
• Conducted over 70 depositions and cross-examinations each year, effectively uncovering critical evidence and strengthening case arguments.
• Negotiated favorable settlements in high-stakes commercial disputes, achieving client savings of over $15 million in legal fees and damages.
• Developed comprehensive litigation strategies, incorporating thorough legal research and risk assessment, reducing client liability by 30%.
• Led a team of junior attorneys and paralegals in case preparation, fostering a collaborative environment and increasing team efficiency by 25%.
• Conducted over 70 depositions and cross-examinations each year, effectively uncovering critical evidence and strengthening case arguments.
• Negotiated favorable settlements in high-stakes commercial disputes, achieving client savings of over $15 million in legal fees and damages.
Litigation Associate | Company B
March 2010 — May 2016, New York, USA
• Managed a caseload of 50+ active litigation matters, ranging from commercial disputes to intellectual property lawsuits, ensuring timely progression through court procedures.
• Drafted and filed legal motions, briefs, and discovery requests, contributing to successful outcomes in 85% of handled cases.
• Conducted legal research and analysis on complex legal issues, providing critical support for senior litigators in trial and appellate practice.
• Collaborated with clients to understand case details and objectives, resulting in tailored litigation strategies that aligned with client goals and minimized litigation risks.
• Drafted and filed legal motions, briefs, and discovery requests, contributing to successful outcomes in 85% of handled cases.
• Conducted legal research and analysis on complex legal issues, providing critical support for senior litigators in trial and appellate practice.
• Collaborated with clients to understand case details and objectives, resulting in tailored litigation strategies that aligned with client goals and minimized litigation risks.
Litigation Attorney | Company C
January 2006 — February 2010, Boston, USA
• Represented clients in state and federal court proceedings, successfully obtaining favorable verdicts in 75% of trials.
• Drafted and negotiated settlement agreements, resolving cases expeditiously and efficiently, saving clients approximately $5 million in potential liabilities.
• Advised on pre-litigation strategies, effectively mitigating risks and reducing the number of potential lawsuits by 20%.
• Drafted and negotiated settlement agreements, resolving cases expeditiously and efficiently, saving clients approximately $5 million in potential liabilities.
• Advised on pre-litigation strategies, effectively mitigating risks and reducing the number of potential lawsuits by 20%.
Junior Litigation Attorney | Company D
June 2004 — December 2005, Chicago, USA
• Supported senior attorneys in all phases of litigation, from initial case assessment to trial preparation, enhancing case outcomes through meticulous research and analysis.
• Assisted in the preparation of legal documents, including complaints, motions, and discovery responses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.
• Conducted client interviews and depositions, gathering essential evidence to support case strategies, achieving favorable settlements in 60% of cases.
• Assisted in the preparation of legal documents, including complaints, motions, and discovery responses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.
• Conducted client interviews and depositions, gathering essential evidence to support case strategies, achieving favorable settlements in 60% of cases.
Education
Juris Doctor | Harvard Law School
June 2004
Expert-Level Skills
Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Trial Preparation, Settlement Negotiation, Case Management, Client Relations, Team Leadership, Risk Assessment, Pre-Litigation Counseling, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving