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Brian Gray
1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com
_________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Successful and seasoned litigator (17 years) of multi-million dollar business and personal injury claims.
Achievements include having developed two profitable law firms; developed a reputation as an aggressive and
competent litigator; and being publicly recognized. As legal counsel, I have represented high net worth clients
in complex business transactions and litigation. As administrator and business development strategist, I have
successfully managed legal support teams, and brand development.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
 Litigation
 Contracts
 Alternative Dispute Resolution
 Personal Injury
 Project Management
 Foreclosures
 Franchises & Joint Ventures
 Business Administration.
 Legal Case Management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Gray Law Group, PLLC, Miami, Florida.
Litigating and Managing Attorney (Of Counsel to Abraham & Sweeney, PLLC), May 2005- May 2013.
 Significant oral advocacy experience (90%+ success rate) included being lead counsel in multiple jury
and bench trials; subject matter including international telecommunication, bank/mortgage regulatory
compliance, and business litigation ($450,000 to $8 million). Conducted risk assessments, financial
audits and investigations for contract and regulatory compliance.
 Administrative experience included organizing administrative work flow systems and team
development; project management; and developing and refining administrative processes- improving
efficiency by ≥ 40%; simultaneously shredding firm inputs, increasing profitability and employee
morale.
 Legal research and writing experience included drafting multiple complex business agreements, i.e. joint
partnerships and ventures; international land acquisition agreements; pleadings, motions, and legal
memoranda; and multiple appellate briefs.
 Business development experience included successfully designing marketing plans and strategy, etc.
hence doubling clientele in first 2 years with an annual growth rate of ≥ 20% thereafter.
Auto Accident Attorneys, P.A., Tampa, Florida.
Lead and Managing Attorney, January 2003-September 2012.
 Successfully settled more than 98% of all injury claims (without litigation) while minimizing firm funds
invested; representative claims including brain injuries, spinal injuries (disk bulges & herniations),
skeletal injuries (i.e. acetabulum fractures, torn menisci, labral tears, etc.) and soft tissue injuries.
Brian Gray
1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com
_________________________________________________________________
 Developed in-depth knowledge of human physiology, medical devices, diagnostic methodology and
medical treatment regimens.
 Significant research and writing experience included drafting more than 800+ complex demands;
mediation statements; objections to examinations under oath and objections to PIP independent medical
examinations. Subject matter researched included medical and legal issues (liability & causation);
accident reconstruction; and human mechanics.
 Administrative experience included managing and training support staff, developing administrative
systems, refining claim analysis and development strategies; cumulatively enhancing the firm’s
profitability and clients’ satisfaction.
 Business development experience included designing and executing successful marketing plans and
strategy; doubling clientele in the first 2 years with an annual growth rate ≥ 20% thereafter.
Other Work Experience:
Eckerd Drugs, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Research Associate (EEOC Claims), March 1998-2001
Law Offices of Huntley Johnson, Gainesville, Fla.
Legal Clerk, January 1992- December 1992.
Todd Stern & Associates, Tampa, Fla.
Litigation Associate, December 1994- August 1996.
Office of the Public Defender, Bartow, Fla.
Legal Intern, August 1993- December 1994.
Stephen B. Rakusin, P.A. Gainesville, Fla.
Legal Clerk, June 1989- December 1992.
Office of the State Attorney, Gainesville, Fla.
Legal Intern, January 1993-July 1993.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Administration, Pasadena, California.
Bachelor of Arts, Candidate, Dec. 2016.
University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Gainesville, Florida.
Juris Doctor, June 1991.
 Class Rank: Upper 28% .
 Virgil Hawkins Scholar.
 Trial Team.
 Research Assistant, Prof. Anthony Cook Pupil,
Chester Bedell Inn of Court, Jacksonville, Florida.
 Criminal Clinic, Office of the State Attorney, 8th
Circuit, Florida.
 Civil Clinic.
 Florida International Law Journal.
 Black Law Students Association.
 Spanish Law Students Association.
 Justice Marshall Bar Association.
 Phi Alpha Delta.
Brian Gray
1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com
_________________________________________________________________
University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
Bachelor of Arts, May 1988.
 Political Science
 Psychology
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
 Member, American Management Association, 2014-present.
 Member, Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, 2014-present.
 American Bar Association- Dispute Resolution Committee; Tort Trial and Insurance
Practice Committee, 2014-2014.
 Association of Conflict Resolution, 2014-present
COMMUNITY SERVICE
 Citizens Academy, Broward Sheriff’s Office, 2015.
 American Red Cross, Disaster Responder
 Community Response Team (CERT), Pembroke Pines Police Dep’t, 2015.
 Boys and Girls Club of America, 2015.
 Camillus House, Young Leaders Board Member, 2009-2012.
 Legal Services of Greater Miami Dade County, 2010.
HONORS AND PUBLICITY
 Tampa Bay Times, “Bank suspends foreclosure against gas station that tried to pay one day late
mortgage”, 04 August 2011. http://www.tampabay.com/news/bank-suspends-foreclosure-against-gas-
station-that-tried-to-pay-one-day/1184259
 Tampa Bay Times, “One day late with mortgage payment, gas station owner could lose business to
foreclosure”, 03 August 2011. http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/realestate/one-day-late-with-
mortgage-payment-gas-station-owner-could-lose-business/1184102
 www.prlog.org, “Woman-owned Business Stumbles Under The Weight Of BB&T Bank Mistakes”, 16
June 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11895669-woman-owned-business-stumbles-under-the-weight-of-bbt-
bank-mistakes.html
 Strathmore’s Who's Who, 2005-2008.
CERTIFICATIONS
 Accounting
 Project Management
 Leadership
 Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt. iSixSigma.com.
 Entrepreneurial Success
 Business Management, Master Class Management.
Brian Gray
1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com
_________________________________________________________________
COMPUTER AND OTHER WORK RELATED SKILLS
 Microsoft Word
 Microsoft Excel
 Westlaw
 FastCase
 Conversant in Spanish
 Nuance Paperport
 WordPerfect  Clio
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request

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BRIAN GRAY LEGAL RESUME 012515

  • 1. Brian Gray 1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026 954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com _________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Successful and seasoned litigator (17 years) of multi-million dollar business and personal injury claims. Achievements include having developed two profitable law firms; developed a reputation as an aggressive and competent litigator; and being publicly recognized. As legal counsel, I have represented high net worth clients in complex business transactions and litigation. As administrator and business development strategist, I have successfully managed legal support teams, and brand development. AREAS OF EXPERTISE  Litigation  Contracts  Alternative Dispute Resolution  Personal Injury  Project Management  Foreclosures  Franchises & Joint Ventures  Business Administration.  Legal Case Management. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Gray Law Group, PLLC, Miami, Florida. Litigating and Managing Attorney (Of Counsel to Abraham & Sweeney, PLLC), May 2005- May 2013.  Significant oral advocacy experience (90%+ success rate) included being lead counsel in multiple jury and bench trials; subject matter including international telecommunication, bank/mortgage regulatory compliance, and business litigation ($450,000 to $8 million). Conducted risk assessments, financial audits and investigations for contract and regulatory compliance.  Administrative experience included organizing administrative work flow systems and team development; project management; and developing and refining administrative processes- improving efficiency by ≥ 40%; simultaneously shredding firm inputs, increasing profitability and employee morale.  Legal research and writing experience included drafting multiple complex business agreements, i.e. joint partnerships and ventures; international land acquisition agreements; pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda; and multiple appellate briefs.  Business development experience included successfully designing marketing plans and strategy, etc. hence doubling clientele in first 2 years with an annual growth rate of ≥ 20% thereafter. Auto Accident Attorneys, P.A., Tampa, Florida. Lead and Managing Attorney, January 2003-September 2012.  Successfully settled more than 98% of all injury claims (without litigation) while minimizing firm funds invested; representative claims including brain injuries, spinal injuries (disk bulges & herniations), skeletal injuries (i.e. acetabulum fractures, torn menisci, labral tears, etc.) and soft tissue injuries.
  • 2. Brian Gray 1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026 954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com _________________________________________________________________  Developed in-depth knowledge of human physiology, medical devices, diagnostic methodology and medical treatment regimens.  Significant research and writing experience included drafting more than 800+ complex demands; mediation statements; objections to examinations under oath and objections to PIP independent medical examinations. Subject matter researched included medical and legal issues (liability & causation); accident reconstruction; and human mechanics.  Administrative experience included managing and training support staff, developing administrative systems, refining claim analysis and development strategies; cumulatively enhancing the firm’s profitability and clients’ satisfaction.  Business development experience included designing and executing successful marketing plans and strategy; doubling clientele in the first 2 years with an annual growth rate ≥ 20% thereafter. Other Work Experience: Eckerd Drugs, St. Petersburg, Fla. Research Associate (EEOC Claims), March 1998-2001 Law Offices of Huntley Johnson, Gainesville, Fla. Legal Clerk, January 1992- December 1992. Todd Stern & Associates, Tampa, Fla. Litigation Associate, December 1994- August 1996. Office of the Public Defender, Bartow, Fla. Legal Intern, August 1993- December 1994. Stephen B. Rakusin, P.A. Gainesville, Fla. Legal Clerk, June 1989- December 1992. Office of the State Attorney, Gainesville, Fla. Legal Intern, January 1993-July 1993. EDUCATION Bachelor of Business Administration, Pasadena, California. Bachelor of Arts, Candidate, Dec. 2016. University of Florida, Levin College of Law, Gainesville, Florida. Juris Doctor, June 1991.  Class Rank: Upper 28% .  Virgil Hawkins Scholar.  Trial Team.  Research Assistant, Prof. Anthony Cook Pupil, Chester Bedell Inn of Court, Jacksonville, Florida.  Criminal Clinic, Office of the State Attorney, 8th Circuit, Florida.  Civil Clinic.  Florida International Law Journal.  Black Law Students Association.  Spanish Law Students Association.  Justice Marshall Bar Association.  Phi Alpha Delta.
  • 3. Brian Gray 1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026 954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com _________________________________________________________________ University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida Bachelor of Arts, May 1988.  Political Science  Psychology PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP  Member, American Management Association, 2014-present.  Member, Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, 2014-present.  American Bar Association- Dispute Resolution Committee; Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Committee, 2014-2014.  Association of Conflict Resolution, 2014-present COMMUNITY SERVICE  Citizens Academy, Broward Sheriff’s Office, 2015.  American Red Cross, Disaster Responder  Community Response Team (CERT), Pembroke Pines Police Dep’t, 2015.  Boys and Girls Club of America, 2015.  Camillus House, Young Leaders Board Member, 2009-2012.  Legal Services of Greater Miami Dade County, 2010. HONORS AND PUBLICITY  Tampa Bay Times, “Bank suspends foreclosure against gas station that tried to pay one day late mortgage”, 04 August 2011. http://www.tampabay.com/news/bank-suspends-foreclosure-against-gas- station-that-tried-to-pay-one-day/1184259  Tampa Bay Times, “One day late with mortgage payment, gas station owner could lose business to foreclosure”, 03 August 2011. http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/realestate/one-day-late-with- mortgage-payment-gas-station-owner-could-lose-business/1184102  www.prlog.org, “Woman-owned Business Stumbles Under The Weight Of BB&T Bank Mistakes”, 16 June 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11895669-woman-owned-business-stumbles-under-the-weight-of-bbt- bank-mistakes.html  Strathmore’s Who's Who, 2005-2008. CERTIFICATIONS  Accounting  Project Management  Leadership  Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt. iSixSigma.com.  Entrepreneurial Success  Business Management, Master Class Management.
  • 4. Brian Gray 1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026 954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com _________________________________________________________________ COMPUTER AND OTHER WORK RELATED SKILLS  Microsoft Word  Microsoft Excel  Westlaw  FastCase  Conversant in Spanish  Nuance Paperport  WordPerfect  Clio REFERENCES Available Upon Request