Michael Rubin

Accomplished legal and business professional with over 30 years of experience with attorney, legal consulting and paralegal job responsibilities, managing and running law practices, advising corporations, and mentoring teams. Proven expertise in family law, personal injury, collections, and corporate advising. A dynamic leader whose extensive experience and education would be a major asset to a vast array of businesses and organizations.

Law Clerk - Carpenter & Associates

(2025-05 - 2026-07)

• Provide Advisory and Assist Law Firm and Attorneys on Matters including Trial Strategy, Compliance with Laws and Statutes, Witness Preparation, Direct and Cross-Examination Techniques, Legal Briefs and Drafting of Court Pleadings, Contracts and Discovery Documents
• Provide analysis and recommendations
• Provide specialized knowledge on complex legal issues involving Contracts, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury and Family Law Matters
• Gathered, Analyzed and Synthesized legal information to assist in case preparation and strategy development.
• Ensured legal arguments are backed by robust data and insights, making significant impact on operations.
• Conduct thorough legal research to gather relevant case law, statutes, regulations and legal precedents.
• Analyze complex legal documents and summarize findings to support attorneys in case preparation.
• Collaborate with the legal team to identify key issues and develop strategies based on research findings.
• Draft all family law pleadings including but not limited to petitions, discovery, enforcements, writs, tros, temporary orders and final decrees.

Managing Attorney & Owner - Law Office of Michael D. Rubin, P.C. - Dallas, TX

(2000-01 - 2024-01)

Closed for Personal Health Reasons

• Managed all aspects of a successful legal practice, including operations, client relations, marketing and human resources
• Advised Clients on Diverse and Successful Legal Strategies
• Legal Research, Courtroom Appearances, Bench and Jury Trials on Custody and Property Divisions and Analyzed Complex Legal Issues
• Personal Injury Cases resolved via settlement negotiations, mediation or jury trial.
• Drafted all Family Law Pleadings and Documents from Divorce Petitions to QDROs
• All Discovery Documents including Disclosures, Interrogatories, Production and Subpoenas
• Supervised and mentored legal staff, fostering professional growth and teamwork.
• Specialized in family law, personal injury, tax disputes, contracts and collections, achieving favorable outcomes through strong negotiation and litigation strategies.
• Generated seven figure revenue
• Collected hundreds of thousands of dollars for National Staffing Company
• Advised National Staffing Company on employment matters including HR, pay requirements and enforceability of employment contracts.

Corporate Attorney - Smith Alarm Systems - Dallas, TX

• Served as In-House Counsel, advising the executive team on legal matters related to employee liability, collections, marketing, and HR policies.
• Led the successful recovery of six-figure settlements from corporate clients.
• Drafted and reviewed contracts and advised senior management regarding enforceability.

Managing Attorney - Law Office of Michael D. Rubin - Dallas, TX

• Operated a solo practice with a primary focus on personal injury and collections.
• Built and maintained a strong client base through exceptional service and effective case management.

Associate Attorney - Law Office of Vaughan DeKirby - Dallas, TX

• Managed operations for Dallas and Fort Worth offices, overseeing staff and daily workflows.
• Handled complex litigation involving causation, liability, and damages.
• Focused on personal injury cases, providing high-quality legal representation and securing favorable settlements.
• Filed Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy Cases

Juris Doctor (JD) & Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Law and Business Administration - University of Oklahoma

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration - University of Texas at Austin

Oxford Summer Law Program - Law - Oxford College