Brett Kube

Experience

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  Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates

  May 2012 - Mar 2013

  Law Clerk

  Researched and drafted jury instructions, motions, and legal memoranda for this personal injury firm. Independently coordinated with state and local officials to quickly secure the rapid installation of a public wheelchair ramp for a quadriplegic client.

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  Law Offices of David P. Beeson & Associates

  Jan 2014 - Jul 2014

  Webite Administrator

  Maintained the law firm’s webpage in order to maximize Search Engine Optimization. Published a bi-weekly legal blog about recent San Diego accidents and injuries to attract prospective clients to the firm's website.

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  Snap-on

  May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Bankruptcy Paralegal

  Processed a high volume of bankruptcies for this internationally-reaching tool manufacturer. Worked with debtors and debtors' attorneys to facilitate the recovery of all of Snap-On's secured collateral still in the possession of the debtor, and maximize Snap-On's monetary recoupment for all non-recovered, unsecured collateral during a debtor's bankruptcy proceedings.

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  The Honorable James E. Snyder, Circuit Court of Cook County

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

  Judicial Extern

  Observed pretrial motion practice, trials, and settlement negotiations alongside the judge. Researched and drafted judicial opinions involving contract and employment disputes.

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  Baum, Sigman, Auerbach, & Neuman, LTD

  Jan 2017 - Mar 2017

  Law Clerk

  Researched and drafted legal documents pertaining to union-side employment law, contract law, and the constitutionality of police conduct. Gained an inside perspective of the Chicago Police Department’s conduct via my work with the firm’s largest client, The Fraternal Order of Police.

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  Wardak Law, P.C.

  Oct 2017 - Jun 2018

  Paralegal

  Researched and drafted legal documents pertaining to employment issues, including contracts for employees and independent contractors. Conducted extensive research of best practices in non-harassment, non-discrimination, and non-compete policies. Audited and reconstructed an employer’s employee handbook in order to align it with best practices regarding non-harassment, non-discrimination, and non-compete policies.

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  Cleanslate Chicago

  Jul 2018 - Aug 2019

  Supervised a team of five interns each day. Strategized and implemented the most effective way for my team to collect vast amounts of litter in high-need areas, including Bronzeville, Wicker Park, and West Humboldt Park. Facilitated the professional and personal growth of my interns by continuously coaching them on the importance of professionalism, work ethic, and controlling their emotions. Wrote daily, in-depth evaluations of my interns, wherein I assessed their work product, along with all other intangible characteristics that could increase their employability. Show less

  • Crew Chief

    Apr 2019 - Aug 2019

  • Intern

    Jul 2018 - Apr 2019
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  Cara Chicago

  Aug 2019 - Feb 2023

  Conduct extensive in-person and virtual networking with local non-profit and for-profit organizations to establish and deepen relationships with participant referral-partners. Established referral partners include Cook County Department of Corrections’ “drug-court”, The Salvation Army, and Heartland Alliance. Provide concierge-level support to referral partners and referred participants to drive participant referrals to Cara and ensure ongoing, mutually beneficial relationships. Act as Cara's sole recruiter for the Aon Apprenticeship Program.Awarded Cook County Department of Correction’s Distinguished Service Award for my role in the formation and continuation of Cara’s strong partnership with CCDOC’s “problem solving courts.” Show less

  • Business Development Specialist

    Jan 2022 - Feb 2023

  • Admissions Specialist

    Aug 2019 - Jan 2022
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  Chicago Furniture Bank

  Feb 2023 - Sept 2023

  Vice President of Business Development
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  Chicago Cares

  Mar 2024 - now

  Manager of Corporate Philanthropy