Experience

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  Law Office of John M Humphrey

  • San Jose, California

  • J.D., M.B.A., Attorney at Law

    • Jan 2013 - Present
    • San Jose, California

    Law Practice primarily in the area of Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, andProbate avoidance strategies. Other Legal matters considered on a case-by-case basis.Customized crafting of legal documents to memorialize clients' estate planning wishes in accordance with the law. Confidential, Personalized attention to detail. All types of Estates from very modest to large and complex.

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  State Board of Equalization - Tax Appeals Assistance Program

  • Sacramento, CA

  • Tax Law Student Externship

    • Jan 2011 - May 2011
    • Sacramento, CA

    Reviewed appeals filed with the Board of Equalization by taxpayers of limited means, primarily from final actions of the Franchise Tax Board.Responsible for ascertaining the issues presented on appeal, conducting the necessary research, and preparing briefs for the Board’s consideration.

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  McGeorge Community Legal Services

  • Bankruptcy Law Clinical Intern - Advanced Bankruptcy Clinic

    • Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

    Worked under the supervision of a local Sacramento bankruptcy attorney (George Hollister) on advanced bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 11 creditors’ rights and remedies in bankruptcy. Continued to represent eligible clients throughout their Chapter 7 liquidation bankruptcies.

  • Clinical Intern - Bankruptcy Clinic Summer Volunteer

    • Jun 2010 - Jul 2010

    Continued through completion unfinished Chapter 7 cases remaining from the Spring Semester, including preparation of Bankruptcy Petitions, filing and the 341 Meeting of Creditors.

  • Clinical Intern - Bankruptcy Clinic and Seminar

    • Jan 2010 - May 2010

    Represented eligible clients throughout their Chapter 7 bankruptcies, including client consultations, preparation of Bankruptcy Petitions and other court documents, and represented clients at the 341 Meeting of Creditors.

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  Snap On Diagnostics - Engineering Division of Snap-On Tools

  • San Jose, CA

  • Information Coordinator

    • Jan 1995 - Aug 2001
    • San Jose, CA

    Developed Custom Databases to track Engineering Information,Gathered, researched, and qualified potential software and hardware problemsMonitored Internet trade networks for possible public relations or liability problemsPlanned and maintained numerous databases of confidential business information.

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  Snap On Diagnostics

  • Information Coordinator

    • 1995 - 2001

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  Humphrey's Automotive, Inc.

  • Campbell, CA

  • President/Owner

    • Mar 1985 - Sep 1987
    • Campbell, CA

    Quality Automotive Service and RepairState of California Certified Smog, Brake and Lamp Inspection StationASE Certified Master Auto TechnicianActive daily operation of an Automotive Garage Service and Repair Business. Complete management of all Employee, Advertising, Insurance, Legal and General Operations.

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  Cupertino Shell Service

  • Cupertino, CA

  • Technician/Partner

    • Apr 1982 - Dec 1984
    • Cupertino, CA

    Shell Autocare Certified Service StationASE Certified Auto TechnicianActive Operation of all facets of an Automotive Service Station, focusing primarily on customer satisfaction and detailed quality service in the repair of automobiles.Specializing in the diagnosis and solution of Drivability Problems.