1. Laura O’Donnell
614.302.5660 odonnell411@gmail.com linkedin.com/odonnell411 515 S. 3rdSt. , Columbus, OH 43215
Profile
Lifelong interest in chemical dependency and mental health field. Seeking position in area of chemical dependency,
bringing several years experience in developing and maintaining excellent client relationships. Certified as a
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA). Working toward a Chemical Dependency Counselor III
(LCDC III) license.
Experience
Property Owner/Manager, German Village, Columbus, OH 2000 - Present
Manage small number of rental properties. Drastically decreased tenant turnoverwith improved application process.
Also, able to increase rents through cost-effective property improvements.
Solo Practitioner, Columbus, Ohio 1993 - 2001
General practitioner with focus in bankruptcy & probate. Also experienced in family and criminal law.
Instructor, ACR College, Columbus, Ohio 1994 - 1996
Taught English, critical thinking, and law at small, 2-year college for court reporters and paralegals.
Education
CeuMatrix.com, Columbus, Ohio CDCA Certificate, 2015
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA)
Capital University Law School, Columbus, Ohio JD, Law, 1993
Order of the Curia
Honor’s Scholarship
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio BA, English, 1988
Skills
Several years experience establishing successfulclient relationships by demonstrating empathy, showing respect,
listening carefully and responding with open-ended questions.
Experienced with groups as an instructor in English, law, and critical thinking. Fostered classroom interaction so
students could practice structured discussion and engage in debate using rules of logic.
Extensive research experience; also, skilled in both complex and volume case management.