RESUME

Karen J. White
12217 Thrush St. N.W.
Coon Rapids, MN 55448
Phone: (763) 755-2778

EDUCATION William Mitchell College of Law

Major: Law
Juris Doctorate: 1985

University of Minnesota
Major: Sociology/Criminal Justice
Bachelors Degree: 1981

North Hennepin Community College

Major: Paralegal
Associate of Applied Science Degree: 1976

EMPLOYMENT LEGAL CONTRACT WORK, 2005 to

Present.

Perform legal work on a contract basis for

various law firms and businesses located in the Twin
Cities. Negotiate and draft a variety of general
business, real estate and corporate contracts and
agreements, review and revise business
documents to assure regulatory compliance
and other legal work as requested.

ROGER DEYOUNG CONSTRUCTION

CO., INC. – In-House Counsel, 2000 to
2005.

Provided legal advice in areas of real estate

sales/purchases, site acquisition, finance,
leasing and property management, insurance and
other general business/corporate matters.
Negotiated and drafted a variety of real estate
and other business contracts and agreements. In
addition, was responsible for licensing matters,
corporate compliance and employment law issues.
Worked closely with outside counsel, real estate
brokers, title/escrow officers, general contractors,
insurance and banking professionals.
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Page 2 KOWASHOJI USA, INC. – Legal Advisor/Chief
Operations Officer, 1989 to 2000.

Served as legal advisor for real estate/trading

company with annual sales of approximately 4
million. Duties included handling of all sales/
purchases, negotiation and drafting of lease
documents, purchase/sales agreements and other
business contracts. In addition, was responsible for day
to day management including handling of all
employment law issues, credit/collection filings and
other corporate/general business matters.

GAUGHAN LAND INCORPORATED - Legal

Advisor, 1987 to 1989.

Served as in-house counsel for major real estate

development/property management company in the
Twin Cities. Provided legal assistance in all areas of
company business. Negotiated and drafted lease and
other legal/business contracts, provided
review of title/escrow documents and handled all
real estate closings for the company. Worked
closely with attorneys, title and escrow companies
and other business professionals.

HENNINGSON, PETERSON & ASSOCIATES –

Paralegal, 1977 to 1987.

Worked in the firm’s practice of real estate,

employment and general business law. Researched
issues in each of these areas of practice. Drafted a
variety of legal documents and client correspondence
and conducted client interviews via phone and in-
office conferences. Significant caseload responsibility.
Handled real estate, employment and general
business/corporate matters independently.

PERSONAL Minnesota Licensed Attorney – 1986; California

Licensed Attorney – 1997; Member Phi Beta Kappa
Minnesota Licensed Real Estate Agent – 1979
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REFERENCES Available Upon Request
 ADDENDUM TO RESUME OF KAREN J. WHITE

In addition to the duties outlined in the legal positions referenced above,

I was also responsible for negotiation, drafting and review of a variety of general
business contracts and those specifically relating to the real estate/construction industry
including numerous vendor service contracts, property maintenance contracts and
contracts relating to the purchase/sale of equipment.

I recently completed an 8 month assignment for a major air

conditioning manufacturer located in Plymouth, Minnesota where I was responsible for
negotation of all purchase contracts for the Eastern United States in accordance with the
company’s standard policies. I have excellent communication skills and because of my
background, I believe I would be a valuable addition to your company in the position
you have available.

Thank you for your consideration.

Karen White, Esq.