PAMELA J. KUSHMAUL
Denver
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
John D. Wheeler & Associates
07.2005 - Current
- Drafted Ordinances.
- Attended Tribal Council meetings.
- Advised Tribal government officials, governmental agencies, judges and advocates in the Tribal Court.
- Advised a hospital risk management department.
- Attended and advised hospital Ethics Committee.
- Represented a hospital Behavioral Health Department in court on matters such as guardianships, civil commitments, and treatment guardianships related to mental health patients.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
- Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Participated in mediation sessions leading to cost-effective resolutions without resorting to lengthy trial procedures.
- Conducted thorough due diligence investigations to uncover critical information pertinent to clients'' legal matters.
- Provided pro bono services to underrepresented populations within the community, ensuring access to quality legal representation for all individuals regardless of income level or background status.
- Advised corporate clients on risk management strategies, minimizing legal exposure and potential litigation.
- Negotiated settlements to avoid trial, saving clients time and money.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
Of counsel
Serpe Andrews Callender & Bell
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted trial attorneys in preparing for trial by reviewing and analyzing medical records, identifying key witnesses both fact and expert, and formulating strategic approaches.
Education
LL.M. - American Indian and Indigenous Law
University of Tulsa School of Law
Tulsa, OK05-2005
J.D. -
Oklahoma City University
05-2004
B.A. -
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, Michigan12-1993
Skills
- Ordinance drafting
- Settlement negotiation
- Due diligence
- Collaboration with counsel
- Risk management
- Mediation techniques
Accomplishments
Appointed to the American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence Working Group. The Group wrote the Standards of Practice for Lawyers Representing Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking in Civil Protection Order Cases.
Served dozens of clients per year pro bono.
Appointments
American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence Working Group, The Group wrote the Standards of Practice for Lawyers Representing Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking in Civil Protection Order Cases.
Languages
English
Timeline
Of counsel
Serpe Andrews Callender & Bell
02.2024 - 03.2025
Attorney
John D. Wheeler & Associates
07.2005 - Current
LL.M. - American Indian and Indigenous Law
University of Tulsa School of Law
J.D. -
Oklahoma City University
B.A. -
Aquinas College
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