This is my CV, or curriculum vitae.
As I understand it, the defining difference is that this includes everything I have done and do, and it is not industry-specific.
As such, this is a complete list of all of my professional experience.
Having this here does not mean I am looking for a job or interested, this is my portfolio and how I keep everything I do in one spot.
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Nawal Atoura
Costa Mesa, CA ▪ Cell: (909) 568-3866 ▪ nawal.atoura@gmail.com
Education
Western State College of Law Irvine, California Graduated: December 2019
Juris Doctor - Certificate in Business Law, with distinction
Honors: Scholarship, Witkin in Contracts I
Activities: Mock Trial Team, Vice-President & Treasurer of MLSA
University of La Verne La Verne, California Graduation Date: December 2012
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration; Concentration: Marketing; Minor: Psychology
Honors: Dean’s List, Honors Society, Honors Program, Honor’s Grant, Scholarship, ACG
Activities: Competitive Presenting Team Member: (SIFE) (3 years); President, VP, Public Relations: SIFE (4 years);
President and VP: Honors Club (4 years); Debate Team Member: ULV - (2 years); Student Judge: Peer Review Board.
Professional Experience
Stockwell Harris Woolverton & Fox Orange, California Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney
August 2023 - Present
Currently handles own caseload and full range of case file handling of 100+ cases closing an average of 5-6 case files a month
We Utilize ProLaw for case management and handling
continuous drive to learn and keep updated with the law
Strong focus on quick resolution and expedited closure
The Law Offices of Stacey L. Tokunaga Orange, California
Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney
& Associate Attorney Civil Defense
October 2021 – August 2023
Trial Attorney and Lien Specialist relied upon especially for lengthy, difficult and complex litigation requiring out-of-the box thinking and novel legal argument.
One take nothing at lien trial, dismissal won on active file by petition, direct referrals received
Handled own caseload and full range of case file handling form initial to liens ranging from 45 – 75 cases closing an average of 5-6 case files a month and billables of 250-275 on average
Self-teaching and full confidence in ability to handle any aspect of WC claim with basic access to legal tools and frequently helped other attorneys with analysis and questions with handling
Handled: Depositions, Cross-examinations, Pet. Recon, Trials, all conferences, death claims etc.
Utilized ABACUS, able to work independently, remotely, and in an office environment, tech savvy
Skills include: tech, complexity, cost-mitigation, speed, drafting, research, file closure
Civil Work:
One take-nothing at trial de novo
Assisted Lead Civil attorney with legal research and especially management of complex civil litigation files including Class Action and PAGA claims
Misa, Stefan, Koller, Ward, LLP Westminster, California Workers’ Compensation Defense Associate Attorney
February 2021 – August 2021
Strong negotiation skills, organized, detail-oriented with an ability to expedite settlements and able to provide prompt, efficient and task-heavy service across all issues arising out of WC claims
Equipped with an applicant-side perspective valuable for critically analyzing case issues, weeding out fraud and assertively defending employers and insurance companies
Responsible for handling most of the firm’s lien issues and increasing work in case-in-chief
Utilized MERUS, able to work independently, remotely, in an office environment, tech saavy
Independent Legal Experience Orange County and surrounding areas, California
Attorney – Criminal/Business/Landlord Tenant Ongoing
Criminal Work:
Criminal DUI (sucessfully argued a trombetta motion)
successfully acquired a 1001.95 on a battery charge
argued 1538 motion to suppress and cross-examined an officer
Other Civil Work - Business and Contract Work including Landlord and Tenant:
Contract Work:
Personal Counsel for Landlord that frequently includes redrafting and follow-up lease agreements
some experience with preparing unlawful detainer
draft of purchase agreements, pre-nup;
sucessfully settled judgement lien in tens of thousands of dollars
Successfully resolved at hearing a temporary restraining order (defense)
representation of breach of contract issues, landlord/tenant disputes both corporate and private
Samuelsen, Gonzalez, Valenzuela & Brown Newport Beach, California
Workers’ Compensation Legal Secretary/Paralegal February 2020 – March 2020
Managed workers compensation case files in MERUS and assisted in the preparation of cases including depositions, trials, and conferences
Legal assistant to Managing Partner Nancy Brown for various administrative tasks
Law Offices of Scott Warmuth San Gabriel, California
Workers’ Compensation Case Manager/ Hearing Rep August 2018 – July 2019
Managed 200+ cases in full with ABACUS, familiar with all WC issues; went to court when needed
Assisted in the preparation of cases including depositions, trials, and various conferences
Instrumental in managerial changes of entire department with new efficient and effective processes
Law office of Guy Frank Candelaria Santa Ana, California March 2018 – August 2018
Workers’ Compensation Legal Secretary/Paralegal
Managed workers case files including basic letters and tasks to build value to the case file
Aided in prep and in closing case files including settlement negotiations and division of fees
State Farm Pomona, California June 2014 – August 2017
Administrative Assistant and Account Specialist
Proficient Microsoft Office skills used for client management; mail merge, and training materials
Handled lead office administrative issues such as bank deposits, team management, and managed the office where the Agent was unavailable
Knowledgeable with the processes and procedures of: claims, life, health, insurance, and bank
Instrumental in creating all foundational office practices that improved efficiency and consistency
State Farm Pomona, California June 2012 – June 2014
Lead Team Member & Office Assistant
Alleviated customer complaints and issues including coming to an amicable compromise
Instrumental in the rise and success of the office in obtaining top status in the territory
Prepared, managed, and serviced applications for various insurance, health, life and bank products
Proficient in acquiring new clients, making cold calls, and assisting with marketing efforts
University of La Verne S.I.F.E Reach Business Camp La Verne, California
Business Student Mentor Summer 2010, 2011, 2012
Assisted students in new company research and concept development, and in formulating; researching; and writing a full business and marketing plan
Facilitated teamwork, concept development, research methods, and formal group presentation of new company concept for competition; teams placed in top 4 in 2010; and 1st and 2nd place in 2011
Certificates & Skills
Business Specialty Certificate with Distinction
Tri-Lingual including Arabic (conversation), and Spanish (conversation and writing)
Interests
Fountain Pens; Planted Tanks; Adrenaline pumping activities, Technology; Elevated Home Cooking, Audible/reading, Nail Art, Music, Art and Psychology and Philanthropy