Christopher A. Pace, Attorney

EXPERIENCE:

Dempsey & Associates, P.A., Winter Park, Florida
Attorney, October 2003 - Present
Researched a broad spectrum of commercial, securities, wage and hour, white-collar criminal, and civil rights legal issues. Sat second chair at trial, and handled the direct and cross examination of witnesses. Sat third chair for three months of a seven month federal white collar criminal trial in the United States District Court, Middle District of Florida, Orlando Division. Drafted and argued motions for summary judgment, motions to dismiss, motions to strike, motions in limine, motions for leave, arbitration and mediation statements, subpoenas, and a 28 U.S.C. 5 2255 motion, as well as assisted in the drafting of jury instructions, verdict forms. Conducted mediations resulting in favorable settlements of pending litigation. Participated in AAA and NASD arbitrations, as well as Florida Board of Bar Examiner, Code Enforcement Board, City Commission, and Florida Department of Highway Safety hearings. Participated in depositions by both taking and defending numerous depositions, including depositions of parties and expert witnesses.

AEC One Stop Group, Inc, Coral Springs, Florida
Legal Consultant, February 2002 - February 2003
Provided legal review and analysis of licensing, sale, and lease agreements for corporate counsel. Analyzed non-disclosure agreements to ensure compliance with minimum corporate standards. Compiled data for the purpose of merger and acquisition. Participated in updating of One Way Records Manufacturing and Sales License Agreement. Researched music industry legal issues, specifically in areas of copyright and digital music.

DNA Productions, Los Angeles, California
Alta Vista Productions, Los Angeles, California
Production Assistant , January 2000 -July 2000
Assisted in the production of music videos for popular performers, including Melissa Etheridge and Limp Bizkit. Entrusted to escort talent, ensuring that special requirements were met. Worked as part of a team in the production of international television commercials. Assisted in the booking of talent.

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid, Inc., Jacksonville, Florida
Internship , Summer 1999
Researched criminal histories of opposing parties, specifically, acquiring judgments and sentences for use at trial. Compiled data for quarterly report to federal grant source (Victims Crime Act). Observed hearings with Legal Aid attorneys and discussed legal ramifications.