Partner

• Nov 2018 - Present

Partner

• Apr 2016 - Present

Everyone knows the phrase, "We will cross that bridge when we come to it." But when you finally come to that bridge what happens next? It can be confusing and stressful trying to figure out your options and what the best course of action is. THAT IS WHERE PONIST LAW, LLC COMES IN​ ​ We are committed to helping individuals, families, and businesses navigate life's inevitable difficult situations. It is our desire to show you the options, enable you to make informed decisions, and then make the process as smooth and stress free as possible. ​ We strive to be your honest advisor and helpful advocate as we help you cross any bridges you come to. Ponist Law, LLC primarily focuses on the areas of family law, criminal defense, estate planning, wage loss, business law, and general civil litigation. Show less

Girls Soccer Assistant Coach

• Apr 2015 - Present

Attorney

• Mar 2014 - Apr 2016

Manage and lead a case load of over 120 active litigation cases in both state and federal court Multi-county court experience including pretrial hearings, bench trials, contested family law hearings, and numerous criminal proceedings Experience in negotiating litigation settlement agreements, criminal case resolutions, business disputes, family law disputes, and employment/wage claims Experience in research and drafting pleadings, motions, dispositive motions, discovery, briefs, settlement agreements, operating agreements, and estate plans Practice areas include criminal law, family law, personal injury, business/contract disputes, wage and employment claims, and estate planning Show less

Assistant Varsity Girls Soccer Coach

• Mar 2014 - Mar 2015

Attorney

• Sep 2013 - Mar 2014

- Managed a diverse case load including cases in business law, business litigation, real estate, landlord tenant issues, probate, family law and intellectual property - Drafted business creation documents, contracts, agreements, licenses, motions, pleadings, and discovery - Created promotional materials and logos for clients starting new businesses - Conducted hearings, pre-trial conferences, and full trials - Managed a diverse case load including cases in business law, business litigation, real estate, landlord tenant issues, probate, family law and intellectual property - Drafted business creation documents, contracts, agreements, licenses, motions, pleadings, and discovery - Created promotional materials and logos for clients starting new businesses - Conducted hearings, pre-trial conferences, and full trials

Legal Clerk

• Oct 2012 - Aug 2013

Created and drafted all adoption forms, drafted marital settlement agreements, wrote research memos on unique family law problems, created and drafted paternity affidavit release materials, drafted motions on a multitude of family law issues, and communicated and worked directly with clients in order to ensure the outcome they desired for each step of the process Created and drafted all adoption forms, drafted marital settlement agreements, wrote research memos on unique family law problems, created and drafted paternity affidavit release materials, drafted motions on a multitude of family law issues, and communicated and worked directly with clients in order to ensure the outcome they desired for each step of the process

Legal Clerk

• Sep 2011 - Oct 2012

Researched and wrote materials in all stages of personal injury and medical malpractice cases including demand letters, complaints, discovery, answers, subpoenas, declaratory judgments, complex research memorandums, jury instructions, exhibits, as well as attending and assisting in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings Researched and wrote materials in all stages of personal injury and medical malpractice cases including demand letters, complaints, discovery, answers, subpoenas, declaratory judgments, complex research memorandums, jury instructions, exhibits, as well as attending and assisting in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings

Finance Intern

• May 2010 - Aug 2010

Marketing and Public Relations Intern

• May 2009 - Aug 2009

Finance Intern

• May 2008 - Aug 2008

Special Events Intern

• May 2007 - Aug 2007