Teams at Akerman

Lead strategy, implementation, and optimization of the firm's Microsoft-centric cloud infrastructure (M365, Exchange Online, Azure). Drive governance, security, and compliance (ABA, GDPR, HIPAA), modernize legacy systems, manage cloud operations and incident response, partner with vendors and Microsoft, and enable secure user adoption of collaboration and AI tools like Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Copilot.

Supports attorneys throughout litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial. Manages case files, deadlines, evidence, document production, court filings, factual research, cite-checking, deposition summaries, exhibits, and trial materials. Uses Relativity and other litigation technology while coordinating with attorneys and legal professionals to meet client and court requirements.

Supervise the firm’s U.S. and foreign patent and trademark docketing function, including team leadership, workload coordination, deadline accuracy, quality assurance, risk mitigation, reporting, and procedure development. Serve as a subject matter expert for IP management systems, support system upgrades and workflow improvements, and collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, vendors, IT, and leadership. Mentor staff and ensure consistent docketing standards, data integrity, and service delivery.