About Jeannette I worked as an insurance claims executive before becoming an attorney. I  investigated claims, evaluated losses, and determined liability for the insurance company.  In addiition, I helped people in the crisis of an accident, a loss of their home or were being sued. I knew I wanted to be able to help others and believed that representing clients in legal matters was one way of doing just that. My philosophy is based on the belief that besides having good lawyer skills there is no substitute for hard work. I live by that philosophy and take pride in giving my clients the personal attention they deserve. As a solo practitioner, I will be handling your case. However, I am not afraid to associate co-counsel for large or difficult cases to ensure that you get the best representation possible. This is done at no additional fee to you. I know that my reputation and success depends on the service and results I give. Besides being an experienced and committed advocate for my clients, I like to think that I express integrity, loyalty, tenacity, reliability, compassion, and empathy. Even though my experience as a litigator includes a busy trial practice, I became a mediator to assist others in resolving their disputes voluntarily without the necessity of trial. Sometimes the best avenue for resolution is mediation, rather than the expense of lengthy litigation and a stressful, costly trial. As an attorney and a mediator, I can best advise which route you should take. Sometimes just a consultation can help define the issues and identify a solution. BAR ADMISSIONS Georgia 1988 Florida 1988 North Carolina 1990 U. S. Federal Court 1990 EDUCATION Georgia State University College of Law Atlanta, GA 1988 J. D., Juris Doctor Georgia State University Atlanta, GA 1988 B. A., Bachelor of Arts Honors: Dean's List PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Florida Bar, Member North Carolina Bar Association, Member, Latino Affairs Committee North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission, member Wake County Bar Association, Member Tenth Judicial District, Member Georgia Bar, Member