Team
The Brains Behind the Operation
Cindy Towers, Esq.
Co-Founder/President & CEO
Education:
Professional Accomplishments:
Fun Facts:
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Jim LaRosa, Esq.
Principal & Co-Founder, JURISolutions; President & Managing Director, JSL Legal Search Group
Education:
- Juris Doctor, Villanova University School of Law
- B.A., University of Scranton
- Activities/Honors: President of the Pre-Law Society
Professional Accomplishments:
- Career Planning & Placement Coordinator, Philadelphia Bar Association (PBA)
- Presenter of Informational Podcasts, PBA
- Chair of the Board of Directors, YMCA of Central Philadelphia
- Board Member, YMCA of Central Philadelphia
- Vice Chair Professional-Managerial Council, American Staffing Association (ASA)
- Graduate, Accenture’s Diverse Supplier Development Program IV
- Board Member, Contact Community Services
- Former Member of Board of Directors, Contact Community Services
- Author of Career Corner 2001-2008: Monthly Column for Philadelphia Bar Reporter
- Speaking & Panel Engagements: PBA, ASA, Penn Law, YMCA, Drexel Law, and Peirce College
Fun Facts:
- Finish this sentence: I am most grateful for…
My family - What was your favorite subject in grade school?
Science - Name a quote that speaks to you.
“Progress always involves risks.” - What is the best advice you ever received?
Be persistent
Rachel O’Hara
Executive Vice President, Service & Delivery
Education:
- B.S. in Psychology, Western European Studies Certificate, University of Pittsburgh
- Activities/Honors: Psi Chi, Sigma Alpha Lambda
- Spanish Studies Program, Pablo de Olavide University
Professional Accomplishments:
- Member, Women Owned Law
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
A snack always helps me focus, but when I get into a rut, I step away from my desk to clear my head for a few minutes. - How do you like to start the work day?
I like to start the day with a cup of coffee and a “cleaned-up” inbox. - What is the best advice you have ever received?
A successful relationship – whether it be personal or professional – is based on three things: communication, compromise and respect. - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Rich & Famous
The Solution Gurus
Vickie Hubbard
Chief Diversity Officer
Education:
- Certified Diversity Executive (CDE), Institute for Diversity Certification
- Executive Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion, Cornell University
- M.S. in Organizational Leadership, Northeastern University
- B.A. in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville
Fun Facts:
- What is your favorite thing about working at JSL?
JSL’s commitment to diversity - What is the best advice you have ever received?
No matter what role you play within an organization, shine where you are! - If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
Shonda Rhimes - What is your favorite item in your office and why?
My laptop. It is the gateway to all of my communication.
Stella Weiss
Managing Director, Account Management
Fun Facts:
- What is your favorite thing about working at JSL?
The people that comprise the organization. We have a wonderful group of people here at JSL! - How do you like to start the work day?
With coffee - If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
Viola Davis - If you could learn to do anything in an instant, what would it be?
How to eat all the food you want without gaining weight
Adam Murphy, Esq.
Relationship Manager
Education:
- J.D., Thomas Kline School of Law at Drexel University
- B.A., University of Alabama
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
Break a project up into small parts that are easier to accomplish. - How do you like to start the work day?
A nice cup of coffee -
If you could learn to do anything in an instant, what would it be?
Learn a new language
- What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Dedicated, Hardworking, Entertaining
Darlene Bennett
Program Manager, Government Services
Education:
- M.B.A., Rosemont College
- B.A. in Business Communications, Rosemont College
- Activities/Honors: Magna cum laude
Fun Facts:
- When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A Journalist - If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
Coretta Scott-King - If you could learn to do anything in an instant, what would it be?
Carpentry - What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Relentless, Motivated, Hilarious
The Talent Scouts
Sheemica Butler-Hill
Recruitment Consultant
Education:
- B.A. in Management, Florida Institute of Technology
Fun Facts:
- How do you like to start the work day?
Coffee and sitting on the patio - What is the best advice you have ever received?
Always remain positive and positive things will happen. - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Relax - What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Energized, Helpful, and Nice
Kaitlin Halligan
Recruitment Consultant
Education:
- Paralegal Certificate, Villanova University
- B.A., Communication Sciences, Temple University
Fun Facts:
- When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Pediatrician, Marine Biologist OR a Waitress. True story. - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Stay longer at the gym, or actually go. -
What is your favorite item in your office and why?
My white board. As my whole team knows, I can’t function without it – keeps me sane!
- What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Hardworking, Supportive, Fun
Christopher Lins, Esq.
Senior Legal Search Consultant
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Education: - J.D., Temple University Beasley School of Law
- B.A., Political Science, Washington and Lee University
- Activities/Honors: Beta Theta Pi, Pennsylvania Chair – Mock Convention, Dean’s List
Professional Accomplishments:
- Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bar Licenses, 2011
- Admitted to U.S. District Court for Eastern District of Pennsylvania- April 2012
- Elected 9th Ward Leader- Philadelphia Republican Party (August 2014- present)
- Alternate Delegate to the 2012 Republican National Convention
Fun Facts:
- What is the best advice you have ever received?
Do what you love to do. - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A Fireman - If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
The President of the United States - If you could learn to do anything in an instant, what would it be?
Stock market forecasting and evaluation
Krystle Martinez
Recruitment Consultant
Education:
- B.M., University of Texas at San Antonio
- Associate Degree in Music Education, Del Mar College
Fun Facts:
- When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I wanted to be a lot of things. I had interests in meteorology, in paleontology, but when I discovered music, I knew I wanted to play violin for the rest of my life and I still do! - What is the best advice you have ever received?
“Eat the frog first.” Often, people tend to procrastinate on the hardest task of the day. Maybe a candidate rejection, or a difficult client conversation. If you get it out of the way in the morning, the rest of your day is easy. - If you could learn to do anything in an instant, what would it be?
I would learn to surf! I’ve tried before and it takes a lot of practice. You do more falling than surfing at first. Would love to learn that in an instant! - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Tend to my garden. That poor thing gets overlooked and becomes a free food fest for nearby critters too often.
Trent Hall
Recruitment Consultant
Education:
- M.A. in Law, Justice, and Culture, Ohio University
- B.S. in Political Science and Government, Ohio University
Fun Facts:
- What is your favorite thing about working at JSL?
JSL’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. - What is your go-to productivity trick?
Listen to music and chew gum – a trick I have carried over from college! - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I wanted to be a teacher or a professor. - What is your favorite item in your office and why?
Probably my cat – he is always hanging out with me while I work.
Mellisa Kuzmanic
Senior Attorney Recruitment Consultant
Education:
- B.A. in International Business Communications, Ramapo College of New Jersey
Fun Facts:
- When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
An international businesswoman (funny, but true!) - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Call an old friend that I have not spoken to in a while - What is your favorite item in your office and why?
Photos of my family – they keep me grounded and remind me of what really matters - What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Genuine, Honest, and Supportive
Jerome Johnson
Sales and Recruitment Assistant
Education:
- B.S. in Organizational Management, Manhattanville College
Fun Facts:
- What is your favorite thing about working at JSL?
The positive environment and teamwork are genuine. - How do you like to start the work day?
I like to start my work day with a cup of coffee and listening to some Bob Marley before I “clock in.” - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when
A professional soccer player - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
I would mentor someone that might need guidance to believe in themselves.
Anthony Foster
Legal Sourcing Specialist
Education:
- Rochester Institute of Technology
Fun Facts:
- What is the best advice you have ever received?
You don’t always need to win or be right to be successful. - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
An architect - If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
Steve Harvey! - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Try something new
The Glue That Holds Everything Together
Jason Copeland
Chief Information Officer
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
I put on my headphones and jam out, which helps me focus and be more productive. - How do you like to start the work day?
I start by reviewing my calendar and prepping for the various tasks that I have. It just helps me to be more organized. - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I’ve always wanted to be a pilot. I was even in the Air Force, but ended up becoming a Pharmacy Tech instead. I’ll fly someday! - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
I would spend time with my family.
Christine Durham
Managing Director, Human Resources
Education:
- M.A. and B.A. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Fairleigh Dickinson University – Florham Campus
- Activities/Honors: Summa cum Laude, Presidential Scholar, completed 5 year program in 4 years
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Fairleigh Dickinson University – Florham Campus
Fun Facts:
- What is your favorite thing about working at JSL?
The people that work here are the best! - How do you like to start the work day?
Computer mouse in one hand, coffee in the other - What is the best advice you have ever received?
Don’t worry about things you cannot control. - What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Dedicated, Philanthropic, Fun-Spirited
Fawn Linn
Operations Liaison
Education:
- A.A. in Communication Studies, Community College of Philadelphia
- Activities/Honors: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
I REALLY try to stay as organized as I can, so one thing I do is make a list and take it one task at a time. - How do you like to start the work day?
Checking my emails while drinking my morning coffee - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Relax! Catch up on whatever I’m watching on TV, take a nap, or go on a walk with my dog, Summer. - What is your favorite item in your office and why?
My favorite item would have to be my cat paw mouse pad. It’s ergonomic and adorable.
Shannon Homa
Project Manager & Marketing Communications Specialist
Education:
- B.A. in Communication, Alvernia University
- Activities/Honors: Magna cum Laude, Sigma Tau Delta, Delta Epsilon Sigma
Professional Accomplishments:
- Notary Public in Pennsylvania
- Social Marketing Certification, Hootsuite Academy
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
Stepping away from my desk for a few quick minutes to clear my head before diving into a project - How do you like to start the work day?
Eating breakfast while checking emails and getting organized for the day - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A teacher or, more comically, an opera singer - What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Dedicated, Down-to-Earth, Team-Oriented
Rick Quinones
Client Services Consultant
Education:
- Attended Cornell University, Business of Banking School
- Coursework in Economics, Long Island University
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
Preparing a to-do list for the following day - What is the best advice you have ever received?
Listen to your wife. - If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose?
Neil Armstrong when he stepped on the moon - If you could learn to do anything in an instant, what would it be?
Write bestsellers à la Michael Lewis
Lana Shevchenko
Accountant
Education:
- M.S. in Accounting and Finance, Kaplan University
Fun Facts:
- What is your go-to productivity trick?
Lots of coffee, reviewing notes from the previous day, and writing down the tasks that must be done each day - When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A doctor - What would you do with an extra 30 minutes in the day?
Yoga - What 3 words would you use to describe the JSL team?
Professional, Dedicated, and FUN!