CARLOS STAFFORD

Legal Case Manager, 01/2021 to Current

Henry | Mathews Law Group - Houston, USA

• Staffed a variety of civil matters at boutique litigation firm
• Drafted interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition questions for personal injury law cases
• Researched and drafted memorandum analyzing car accidents, slip and fall accidents and wrongful death cases
• Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
• Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
• Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
• Monitored changes in relevant laws and regulations to keep the firm informed of potential impacts on current cases or future litigation strategies.
• Collaborated with attorneys to develop successful case strategies, resulting in favorable outcomes for clients.

CEO/Tax Analyst, 01/2016 to 01/2021

The Tax Project, LLC. - Houston, USA

• Controlled day-to-day operations, including setting schedules and managing employees
• Prepared personal and business tax returns
• Transmitted tax-related paperwork to appropriate tax agencies
• Verified taxpayer information, identification numbers, and computations
•  Informed taxpayers of tax laws and processes
• Handled administrative requirements involving records management, legal regulations, and tax compliance
• Supervised all administrative activities
• Developed advertising campaigns or sales promotions to increase brand awareness

Senior Compliance Officer/Managing Partner, 12/2002 to 01/2016

Haute Revolution LLC - Houston, TX

• Spearheaded a cross-department compliance initiative, integrating updated regulatory requirements, enhancing operational efficiency by 30%

Orchestrated a company-wide audit on anti-money aundering practices, resulting in a 25% reduction in non-compliant incidents

Pioneered the development of an automated compliance tracking system using AI technology, cutting down report processing time by 40%

Directed a team of 10 compliance analysts, leading to the successful mitigation of regulatory risks across all European markets

Authored a comprehensive training manual for new compliance regulations, which has been adopted company-wide and decreased onboarding time by two weeks

high-value contracts with clients, securing profitable partnerships for the company.

Established and implemented business procedures and processimprovements.

Mentored junior staff members, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.

Spearheaded successful client engagements resulting in repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied clients.

Increased client base by implementing effective marketing strategies and fostering long-term relationships.

• Comprehensive business plans have been developed that led to significant revenue growth and expansion opportunities.

Legislative Intern, 01/1996 to 01/1997

U.S. Senator Rodney Ellis (D-Tx) - Austin, USA

• Investigated constituent issues concerning a variety of government benefits and drafted responses to constituent queries
• Managed town hall meetings for the Intergovernmental Relations Committee

Juris Doctorate, 05/2003 

Thurgood Marshall School of  Law - Houston, TX 

B.A., Political Science/Psychology, 05/1997 

TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITYY - Houston, TX 

• Honors: University Honors Program
• Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc
• President, Texas Legislative Internship Program
• President, Political Science Club
• University Honors Program
• Rules Committee Chair, Student Government
• Magna Cum Laude