Alisha Jackson
Alpharetta,GA
Summary
Persuasive paralegal well- versed in complex litigation issues, formulates legal arguments and provides support to legal counsel on wide range of topics. Adept at navigating complex personal injury claims, leveraging resources and communicating with clients. Thorough understanding of precedents and regulations of civil litigation. Professional writing and editing, data organization and documentation strengths. Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings.Excellent communication and planning skills with a hardworking and dedicated nature. Skilled in researching and interpreting legal documents, resolving disputes and successfully negotiating settlements. Handles multiple tasks, prioritizes efficiently and meets tight deadlines. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Atlanta, PLLC
11.2021 - Current
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
- Assisted in obtaining key evidence through subpoenaing records from various sources such as financial institutions or medical providers.
- Supported attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed.
- Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Maintained litigation database and document organization for high value catastrophic cases.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Maintained client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Expedited case resolutions through skilled negotiation tactics during settlement discussions with opposing counsel.
- Maximized effectiveness of expert witnesses through comprehensive analysis of their reports and targeted questioning during depositions.
- Advised attorneys on best practices concerning courtroom presentation techniques, leading to increased persuasiveness during trial proceedings.
- Conducted thorough witness interviews to gather critical information necessary for building strong cases and preparing for trial testimony.
- Enhanced team collaboration by coordinating efforts among attorneys, paralegals, expert witnesses, and support staff throughout the litigation process.
- Reduced time spent on document review through effective organization, indexing, and prioritization of case materials.
- Managed complex litigation calendars, ensuring all deadlines were met and avoiding costly delays or sanctions.
- Contributed to positive case outcomes by conducting comprehensive pre-trial investigations to uncover crucial facts or evidence.
- Supported attorney preparation for depositions with detailed outlines of key issues and potential questions for witnesses.
- Supported attorney preparation for mediations
- Assisted in the development of persuasive arguments by compiling compelling evidence and presenting findings to attorneys in a clear, organized manner.
- Expedited trial preparation through meticulous organization of exhibits and witness lists.
- Improved case outcomes with thorough legal research on relevant statutes, cases, and regulations.
- Reduced overall workload burden on attorneys through effective delegation of tasks while maintaining oversight and providing guidance as needed; promoted a collaborative work environment conducive to achieving successful litigation outcomes.
- Maximized productivity during trial preparation phases through careful coordination efforts between attorneys'' needs and availability of support staff/resources at hand; ensured all parties were equipped accordingly despite tight time constraints.
- Organized cases to streamline negotiation and settlement processes.
- Drafted firm demands, negotiated medical bills and liens to maximize client's recovery.
- Resolved outstanding discrepancies with Escrow balances by obtaining ERISA Plan Language from Health Plans, running GSCCA lien searches, prepared settlement documents and disbursed settlement funds and release documents
- Contributed to financial recordkeeping by processing attorney expense reports and invoice processing, supporting accurate accounting practices.
- Established a strong reputation for thoroughness and professionalism, resulting in favorable outcomes for both client and attorney.
Administrative Assistant
CHEP USA
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Responsible for the implantation process of property tax payments and renditions
- Daily tasks include the upload of property tax bills using Any bill
- Reconciling the monthly check register, verifying property tax values against previous years return, dissolving any Liens, communicating with state tax jurisdiction regarding our property tax accounts.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, providing timely responses to requests for information and resolving any discrepancies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to research complex tax issues, ensuring accurate interpretation of regulations and laws.
- Facilitated communication between cross-functional teams, helping to ensure that all departments understood their role in maintaining tax compliance.
Marketing Associate
Wilson Legal, PC
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Maintained executive calendar on Practice Panther
- Maintained billings of $30,000 monthly
- Boosted brand visibility by developing and executing targeted marketing campaigns.
- Enhanced social media presence with creative content and effective targeting.
- Coordinated successful trade shows and events, increasing brand exposure and generating new business leads.
- Optimized customer engagement through tailored email marketing strategies.
- Managed cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality marketing materials.
- Collaborated with sales team to drive revenue growth, implementing data-driven marketing tactics.
- Streamlined internal communication channels, fostering efficient collaboration among team members during projects.
Legal Receptionist
J. Franklin Burns, PC
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Demonstrated professionalism in handling confidential information, ensuring privacy for clients and the firm.
- Increased efficiency in handling legal documents by creating an organized filing system for easy access and retrieval.
- Worked with litigation management software systems.
- Handled client inquiries in a professional and timely manner, resulting in a high level of customer satisfaction and trust in the firm.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating with team members on various administrative tasks and projects.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Enhanced court efficiency by managing and organizing daily calendar schedules.
Medical Claims Analyst
Waterford Medical Billing
09.2014 - 11.2017
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries regarding coverage, benefits, and claim statuses promptly and professionally.
- Served as an expert resource for colleagues on medical coding systems such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding conventions.
- Conducted comprehensive audits to identify inconsistencies and irregularities in medical claims data.
- Managed high-volume caseloads for optimal productivity while maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Increased departmental accuracy by implementing quality control measures for claim submissions and reimbursements.
- Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices in medical billing and coding education.
- Trained new team members in medical billing software, increasing efficiency within the department.
- Demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement by actively seeking out opportunities for process optimization within the Medical Claims Analyst role.
Education
Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
Waco, GA2012
Skills
- Trial Preparation
- Drafting Pleadings
- Research and data collection
- Professional ethics
- Strategic leader with solid experience building and maintaining strong business relationships and driving projects to completion
- Organized, independent, and rational with sound judgement and exceptional decision making ability
- Proven to have the ability to adapt to new tasks and environments quickly
Timeline
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Atlanta, PLLC
11.2021 - Current
Administrative Assistant
CHEP USA
12.2019 - 10.2020
Marketing Associate
Wilson Legal, PC
06.2019 - 11.2019
Legal Receptionist
J. Franklin Burns, PC
11.2017 - 06.2019
Medical Claims Analyst
Waterford Medical Billing
09.2014 - 11.2017
Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
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