Disability Appeal Survival Guide From Denial to Approval.pdf
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1. Brian Gray
1200 Saint Charles Place #722, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33026
954-736-6553 BrianGrayJobSearch@gmail.com
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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
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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
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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
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COMPUTER AND OTHER WORK RELATED SKILLS
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Westlaw
FastCase
Conversant in Spanish
Nuance Paperport
WordPerfect Clio
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request