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Our Team

Jennifer Niemier

Jennifer has held a variety of positions including Paralegal, Trial Manager, City Clerk, Legal Office Manager, Project Manager, and was previously with Wheelhouse as Client Services Director managing public relations and inhouse manufacturing.  Jennifer is most proud of her paralegal career working in different areas of the law and managing a small law office; as a City Clerk was instrumental in establishing a number one ranking of best places to live by US News and World Report, city logo design, and taking the city paperless; as a project manager building 17 quick serve restaurants across the country in 10 months; working in non-profit for a syndicator building low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) properties; and most recently in public relations managing an account for the world’s second largest wine and spirits seller.  She has degrees in management, paralegal studies, and advanced paralegal certifications.

In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her two children, outdoor activities, traveling, reading/listening to self-improvement and personal development, networking, and always learning and developing new skills. 

Please join us in welcoming Jennifer to How to Manage a Small Law Firm and wishing her success in this new opportunity.

Jolene Griesse

Jolene has held a variety of positions including Paralegal and Deputy Clerk, and was previously with Clerkin, Sinclair and Mahfouz as a Paralegal where they were responsible for Litigation of Auto Subrogation Cases.  Jolene is most proud of successfully converting an entire law firm from in person appearance to zoom appearance during the pandemic.  Jolene holds a Bachelor’s degree in Legal studies and has worked for 10+ law firms throughout the state of Florida.

In their spare time, Jolene enjoys cross stitching and Jeeps. Jolene has one son, a chihuahua and a hedgehog.

Please join us in welcoming Jolene to How to Manage a Small Law Firm and wishing them success in this new opportunity.

Chrissie Bettencourt

Chrissie has held a variety of positions including Senior Project Manager, and a Small Business Consultant, and was previously with New Law Business Model as Chief of Staff where they were responsible for leading organizational initiatives and cross-functional teams, and successful completion of organizational goals .  Chrissie is most proud of her work in helping entrepreneurs create and structure their business and personal visions.   She has 20+ years in small business consulting, project management, operations and marketing.  She holds a business degree from the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa, as well as a certification in Digital Transformation from Columbia Business School, NYU.  

In their spare time, Chrissie enjoys hanging out with her son, cooking, baking, and spending time out in Nature.

Please join us in welcoming Chrissie to How to Manage a Small Law Firm and wishing them success in this new opportunity.

Jennifer Sjostrom

Jennifer has held a variety of positions including Financial Specialist and was previously with Carrier-Robins, where they were responsible for ERTC data entry, calculations and making sure all of the information collected and entered is clear and precise before passing the case along to the lawyer assigned. Jennifer is most proud of working hard to grow her Bookkeeping/Accounting knowledge by experience and ongoing schooling.

In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys volunteering, boating, traveling, and really anything outdoors. Between my husband and I we have 7 children between the ages of 16-28. We also own two Great Danes as well as foster.

Please join us in welcoming Jennifer to How to Manage a Small Law Firm and wishing them success in this new opportunity.

Kate Lucas

Kate has held a variety of positions including Staff Accountant, Director of Tax, and Accounting Manager, and was previously with Yockey and Associates as an Accountant where she was responsible for tax and accounting clients.  Kate is most proud of her Master’s of Science in Accounting from Old Dominion University. 

In their spare time, Kate enjoys creating art from nature on her farm with her children, cooking, and gardening,

Please join us in welcoming Kate to How to Manage a Small Law Firm and wishing her success in this new opportunity.

Andrea Amador

Andrea has held a variety of positions including Benefits Manager, Senior Benefits Analyst, and HR Operations Coordinator and was previously with YPO as Global Benefits Manager where she was responsible for vendor management, employee benefits, leaves of absence, workers compensation, retirement plans, and payroll for 250 employees spread across 24 countries. Andrea is most proud of improving the employee experience through value and trust, building collaboration across departments, and optimizing workflows. She has a decade of experience in human resources, specializing in employee benefits and wellness, and is driven by her belief that there is something new to learn each day.   

In her spare time, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family and friends, gardening, reading, learning, walking, painting, and volunteering in local community service projects. You can often find her trying out a new restaurant or dish and shopping for candles and home scents.

Please join us in welcoming Andrea to How to Manage a Small Law Firm and wishing her success in this new opportunity.