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Stephanie Chery

@stephaniechery

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Results-driven attorney with extensive litigation and contract management experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth and collaboration in a supportive environment.

I am a dedicated legal professional with a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law and a BA in Political Science from New York University. With extensive experience in litigation, I have successfully managed complex commercial cases and provided strategic legal support in both state and federal courts. My proactive approach to legal research and contract analysis has allowed me to effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders, ensuring that their needs are met with precision and clarity.

Throughout my career, I have developed a strong skill set in risk assessment, contract drafting, and legal analysis. I have a proven track record of securing favorable outcomes in arbitration and litigation, including a significant international arbitration award for a tech company. I am also committed to fostering diversity within the legal profession, having co-founded the Diversity Committee at Pryor Cashman LLP. As I seek to transition into an in-house counsel role, I am eager to leverage my skills in a dynamic corporate environment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Litigation Associate

Current

Pryor Cashman LLP

Jul 2019 - Present (5 years 11 months)

As a Senior Litigation Associate, I manage and support litigation in state and federal courts, as well as international arbitration. My role involves developing strategies, assessing risks, conducting complex legal research, and drafting various legal documents. I also present legal analyses to stakeholders and manage junior associates.

Litigation Management Legal Research Contract Drafting Risk Assessment Stakeholder Management Oral Argument Presentation Team Leadership

Trial Associate

Duane Morris LLP

Sep 2015 - Jul 2019 (3 years 10 months)

In my role as a Trial Associate, I was involved in all aspects of litigation, including strategy development, research, and drafting briefs for state and federal court matters. I also conducted depositions and attended court appearances, securing favorable outcomes for clients.

Litigation Strategy Court Appearances Legal Research Arbitration Preparation

Litigation Paralegal

Paul B. Weitz & Associates

Nov 2010 - May 2014 (3 years 6 months)

As a Litigation Paralegal, I supported attorneys by managing case files, conducting fact gathering, and drafting discovery responses. I also liaised with insurance companies and ensured compliance with court orders.

Legal Research

Legal Assistant

Rich & Rich, P.C.

Aug 2010 - Nov 2010 (3 months)

In my role as a Legal Assistant, I provided administrative support to partners, conducted client intake interviews, managed case files, and prepared documents for mediation.

Administrative Support

Administrative Assistant

Andrew L. Weitz & Associates

May 2008 - Aug 2010 (2 years 3 months)

As an Administrative Assistant, I provided secretarial support, drafted discovery responses, and obtained necessary medical records and reports for ongoing cases.

Administrative Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Fordham University School of Law

Juris Doctor, Law

2012 - 2015

Activities and societies: Fordham International Law Journal, Associate Editor; Fordham Moot Court, Research Editor.

Studied law with a focus on strategic case management, complex legal research, contract drafting, and analysis. Served as Associate Editor for the Fordham International Law Journal and Research Editor for the Fordham Moot Court.