Alicia Lewis
Copperas Cove,TX
Summary
Accomplished Paralegal with a proven track record at the Law Office Of Brett H. Pritchard, adept in legal research and client communication. Enhanced case efficiency and reduced attorney workload significantly. Skilled in document preparation and effective multitasking, with a strong focus on achieving positive outcomes and maintaining high client satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Law Office Of Brett H. Pritchard
05.2021 - Current
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm's billing system.
- Assisted in the preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlements in the best interest of theclient.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Optimized legal proceedings with precise preparation of trial notebooks and evidence.
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
02.2008 - 04.2021
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses focused on understanding gang dynamics within prison settings to better identify and manage potential threats.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Supported the re-entry process for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources, such as job training programs and community-based services.
Education
Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado City, COGED -
Gatesville High School
Gatesville2007
Skills
- Legal Research
- Proficient in MS Office
- Case Management
- Client Communication
- Document drafting
- Notary Public
- Document Preparation
- File Organization
- Effective Multitasking
- Legal and Court Processes
- Client Billing
Timeline
Paralegal
Law Office Of Brett H. Pritchard
05.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
02.2008 - 04.2021
Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
GED -
Gatesville High School