Erika Weiler
Mesa
Summary
Seasoned Associate Attorney known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in legal research, case analysis, and client advocacy, ensuring competent and effective legal representation. Excel in negotiation, critical thinking, and problem-solving, utilizing these soft skills to navigate complex legal challenges successfully. Committed to delivering precise and timely results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Attorney
Schutt Law, PLC
Scottsdale
03.2020 - Current
- Conducted legal research to support case strategies and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on case developments.
- Conducted depositions and witness interviews to gather critical information for ongoing cases.
- Maintained case files and documentation to ensure all records were complete and up to date.
- Drafted discovery requests and responses to facilitate information exchange during litigation.
- Advised clients on legal rights and obligations, ensuring they understood potential outcomes.
- Participated in settlement negotiations to achieve favorable resolutions for clients.
- Assisted in drafting appellate briefs and prepared arguments for higher court review.
- Prepared persuasive legal memoranda, motions and briefs synthesizing facts, evidence and legal authorities.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, hearings, and mediation sessions, effectively advocating on their behalf to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.
Legal Clerk
Blythe Grace
Phoenix
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and documentation.
- Managed case files, ensuring all documents were up to date and accurately filed.
- Assisted in drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery requests as directed by attorneys.
- Assisted attorneys during hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trials as needed.
Education
J.D. -
Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Phoenix, AZ05-2030
Master of Science - Justice Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2015
Skills
- Legal research
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Settlement negotiation
- Discovery
- Litigation
Affiliations
Committee on Examinations - Arizona Supreme Court - January 2022 to December 2025
Timeline
Associate Attorney
Schutt Law, PLC
03.2020 - Current
Legal Clerk
Blythe Grace
01.2019 - 12.2019
J.D. -
Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
Master of Science - Justice Studies
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Arizona State University