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Amber Euteneier

Yakima,WA

Summary

Professional with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle variety of tasks in fast-paced environment. Expertise in legal research, document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability, always focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving make for reliable asset.

Legal professional with proven track record in providing comprehensive support to attorneys. Capable of managing complex legal documentation and ensuring case files are meticulously organized. Team-oriented and results-driven, always adapting to meet shifting priorities. Skilled in legal document preparation, valued for reliability and flexibility.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level paralegal position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Savage Family Law
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • 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.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
  • Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progression.
  • Able to answer call and respond to emails efficiently.

Paralegal/Office Manager

Law Office of Catherine Lighty
03.2017 - 06.2024
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
  • Analyzed deeds of trust to verify grantor, grantee, trustee and loan amounts for executive leadership.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Prepared payroll, accounts receivable/payable, monthly trust transfers.
  • Able to answer call and respond to emails efficiently.

Paralegal

True Law Group
04.2007 - 03.2017
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Answer emails and phone calls efficiently.

Education

Associate of Arts - Office Mangement/Paralegal Program

Trend Business College
Yakima, WA
01-1991

GED -

West Valley High Scholl
Yakima
06-1989

Skills

  • Office administration
  • Document drafting
  • Document preparation
  • Calendar management
  • File organization
  • Proofreading
  • Attorney support
  • Trial preparation assistance
  • File and records management
  • Case summaries
  • Document filing
  • Case management
  • Client communication
  • 28 years of legal experience

Timeline

Paralegal

Savage Family Law
07.2024 - 01.2025

Paralegal/Office Manager

Law Office of Catherine Lighty
03.2017 - 06.2024

Paralegal

True Law Group
04.2007 - 03.2017

Associate of Arts - Office Mangement/Paralegal Program

Trend Business College

GED -

West Valley High Scholl
Amber Euteneier