Penny Lynn
Hillsboro
Summary
Highly skilled writer and editor with extensive experience in evaluating and fact-checking AI output. Familiar with legal terminology and analysis.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Editor
LexisNexis
08.1999 - 11.2024
- Reviewed and evaluated accuracy of AI generated case law summaries.
- Trained incoming legal editors on writing case law summaries.
- Prepared summaries for key cases (i.e. U.S. Supreme Court).
Adjunct Instructor, Legal Research and Writing
University of Denver College of Law
08.1992 - 05.1999
- Conducted classroom sessions and individualized instruction on legal research and writing for first-year law students.
- Evaluated and provided constructive feedback on writing projects.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
Director of Paralegal Studies
Parks Junior College
07.1991 - 01.1996
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance student engagement and retention.
- Hired and mentored faculty from various legal fields.
- Taught courses in legal research and writing, business law, contract law, and other key areas of law.
Associate Attorney
Peper, Martin, Jensen, Maichel & Hetlage
06.1988 - 11.1990
- Practiced primarily in corporate real estate and environmental law.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, pleadings, and legal documents for accuracy.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
- Collaborated with colleagues to streamline case management processes efficiently.
Broadcast Journalist/Commercial Copywriter
WTAX/WDBR; WMAY; WCVS/WFMB
07.1978 - 07.1985
- Produced engaging news segments, ensuring timely and accurate reporting on local events.
- Wrote and produced radio commercials tailored to clients and audience.
Education
Attended - Journalism
Northwestern University
Evanston, ILBachelor of Arts - Management
University of Illinois At Springfield
Springfield, ILJ.D. - Law
Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MOSkills
- Experience with AI implementation and quality control
- Legal research expertise
- Legal writing proficiency
- Project management (Six Sigma Green Belt)
- Proofreading mastery
- Editing skills
- Content development
- Fact-checking
Timeline
Legal Editor
LexisNexis
08.1999 - 11.2024
Adjunct Instructor, Legal Research and Writing
University of Denver College of Law
08.1992 - 05.1999
Director of Paralegal Studies
Parks Junior College
07.1991 - 01.1996
Associate Attorney
Peper, Martin, Jensen, Maichel & Hetlage
06.1988 - 11.1990
Broadcast Journalist/Commercial Copywriter
WTAX/WDBR; WMAY; WCVS/WFMB
07.1978 - 07.1985
Attended - Journalism
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts - Management
University of Illinois At Springfield
J.D. - Law
Washington University in St Louis