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Karen Roberts

Attorney San Antonio Texas
Texas Lawyer

KAREN RAU ROBERTS

Bar Admission

Legal Education

Pre-Law Education

LEGAL EXPERIENCE

Attorney: Vance & Whitley, L.L.P.

Contract attorney at firm specializing in all aspects of family law, including: basic and complex court proceedings involving divorce, child custody, child support, enforcement of custody orders, and modification of final orders. Continue to demonstrate strong negotiating, research, motion preparation and argument skill; effective drafting of orders, decrees, post-mediation settlements and post-trial rulings. 2008-Present

Attorney: Hollan Law Firm, P.C.

San Antonio, Texas. Associate at firm specializing in medical malpractice defense where responsibilities included drafting pleadings, preparing discovery, filing and setting motions for hearing, taking depositions and efficiently conducting extensive research. Enhanced court room experience arguing summary judgment motions in state district court; executed filings and motions in federal district court; resolved issues affecting private physicians and governmental employees, including, licensing, medical board complaints, credentialing, privileges and contract review. Analyzed complex medical records and expert opinions to form defense. Conducted detailed research on legislative history including administrative law and regulations affecting physicians. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with attention to details and deadlines, while proving ability to achieve desired outcomes through deposition testimony and dispositive motions. 2005-2008

Bar Admission to States of Texas and Missouri:

Included continuous self-education regarding current legal trends and conditions in various jurisdictions in order to facilitate re-entry to job market. 2000-2004

Attorney/Legal Consultant: Murer Consulting, Joliet, Illinois

Researched and analyzed federal regulatory issues for health industry clients. Drafted content for a professional educational program to concisely convey federal regulatory standards for health care professionals. Required clarifying and ensuring compliance with federal healthcare regulations including HIPAA and Stark Act. 1999-2000

Attorney: Maguire, Voorhis & Wells, Orlando, Florida.

Responsible for pre-trial stages of litigation for a diverse caseload within a 70 attorney firm. Focused efforts on medical malpractice and premises liability. Expeditiously prepared pleadings and discovery, conducted investigation and depositions, assisted with key issue analysis and client counseling. 1997-1998


Licensed to practice in all Texas State Courts