Corey Hankins
Porter Ranch
Summary
Licensed attorney with experience in civil litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, and settlement negotiations. Skilled in managing cases from intake through resolution, with strong written and oral advocacy abilities. Seeking an attorney position to leverage litigation experience and contribute to a results-driven legal team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Attorney / Paralegal
Downtown LA Law Group
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Managed a full litigation caseload from assignment through resolution, handling all aspects of case strategy and day-to-day litigation tasks
- Drafted and responded to written discovery, including special interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
- Prepared and argued motions, including oppositions and dispositive motions
- Conducted and defended depositions of parties and witnesses
- Drafted settlement demands and negotiated pre-litigation and litigation claims
- Participated in mediations and settlement conferences, contributing to case resolution strategies
- Maintained direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
Law Clerk
Andal Law Group
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Drafted pleadings, briefs, legal memoranda, and settlement demands
- Assisted attorneys with case preparation, including legal research and document review
- Conducted client meetings for discovery and case development
- Maintained and organized client files while ensuring confidentiality
- Reviewed complaints, petitions, and motions to analyze legal issues and case strategy
Legal Intern
Lozoya & Lozoya Attorneys & Counselors at Law
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Supported attorneys in personal injury and family law matters
- Observed and assisted in client meetings and case strategy discussions
- Prepared intake and retention documents for new clients
- Documented discovery-related information during client consultations
Education
Juris Doctor -
Western State College of Law
Irvine, CA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Law
Arizona State University, W.P. Carey School of Business
Tempe, AZ12-2018
Skills
- Civil Litigation & Case Management
- Legal Research & Writing
- Discovery & Motion Practice
- Depositions & Trial Preparation
- Client Relations & Communication
- Negotiation & Settlement Strategy
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- State Bar of California, Admitted December 2023
- (Passed July 2023 Bar Exam)
Timeline
Attorney / Paralegal
Downtown LA Law Group
07.2023 - 04.2026
Law Clerk
Andal Law Group
02.2022 - 05.2023
Legal Intern
Lozoya & Lozoya Attorneys & Counselors at Law
06.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Law
Arizona State University, W.P. Carey School of Business
Juris Doctor -
Western State College of Law