Attorney Details

City of Savannah
Savannah, Georgia
Animal Control Supervisor
Set standards for, and monitored conduct of, animal shelter employees to ensure that humane philosophy was projected to public and implemented in care of animals.
Reviewed shelter practices and procedures to ensure efficient and economical use of resources.
Directed actions to provide follow-up on animal neglect and cruelty complaints appearing to justify prosecution.

Law Office of John W. Ely
Savannah, Georgia
Attorney
Specialized in the sale and transfer of real property.
Drew up documents such as deeds, mortgages and leases.
Held funds for investment and issuance.
Attended Real Estate Closings.

Jetblue Airways Queens
New York
Crew Coordinator
Performed irregular operation pilot and flight attendant scheduling by
monitoring airline performance and repositioning crews to accommodate
weather, maintenance and medical situations pursuant to the Federal
Aviation Regulations.

Law Office of John W. Ely
Atlanta and Carnesville, Georgia
Attorney
Conducted criminal and civil lawsuits, drew up legal documents and advised clients as to legal rights.
Gathered evidence in divorce, civil,criminal and other cases to formulate defense and to initiate legal action.
Conducted research, interviewed clients and witnesses and handled other details in preparation for trial.
Prepared Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Petitions and attended 341 hearing.
Prepared legal briefs, developed strategy,arguments and testimony in preparation for the presentation of case.
Filed briefs with court clerk.
Represented clients in court and before quasijudicial and administrative agencies of government.
Drafted wills, trusts,transfer of assets, gifts and other documents.
Supervised and coordinated the activities of subordinate legal personnel.

America West Airlines
Phoenix, Arizona
Manager of Labor Relations
Managed labor relations program of organization.
Analyzed collective bargaining agreements to develop interpretation of intent, spirit and terms of contract.
Advised management and union officials in the development,application and interpretation of labor relation policies.
Wrote directives advising department managers of company policy regarding equal employment opportunities, compensation and employee benefits.
Consulted legal staff to ensure that policies complied with federal and state laws.
Arranged meetings between workers, supervisory and managerial personnel to investigate and resolve grievances.
Used records of actions taken concerning grievances, arbitration and mediation cases and related labor relations activities.
Monitored the implementation of policies concerning wages, hours and working conditions, to ensure compliance with terms of labor contract.
Represented management in labor contract negotiations and disputes.

Eidson and amp; Talmadge, P.C.
Hapeville, Georgia
Firm Administrator/Paralegal
Researched, compiled, and prepared reports, manuals,correspondence, and other information required by management and governmental agencies.
Participated in the work of subordinates in order to facilitate productivity and to overcome difficult aspects of work.
Analyzed financial activities of establishments and departments, and provided input into budget planning and preparation processes.
Supervised employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts, determined salaries.
Trained and instructed employees in job duties and company policies.
Maintained records pertaining to inventory, personnel, orders, supplies, and machine maintenance.
Investigated facts and law of cases to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
Kept and monitored legal volumes to ensure that law library was up-to-date.
Called upon witnesses to testify at hearings.
Prepared affidavits and other documents, maintained document file, and filed pleadings with court clerk.
Prepared legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, and real estate closing statements.
Gathered and analyzed research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents.

John Marshall Law School, 1992
Atlanta, Georgia
Doctor of Jurisprudence

Berea College Berea, 1986
Kentucky
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture