Amy Proctor
New Market,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal with expertise in legal document preparation, contract negotiation, and property law. Proven ability to manage case files and ensure compliance while facilitating effective communication among clients and legal teams. Well versed in title examination.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Paralegal/Office Manager
Clark & Bradshaw, P.C.
Woodstock, VA
12.2020 - Current
- Prepared legal documents for real estate transactions and filings.
- Conducted title searches to verify property ownership and liens.
- Coordinated communication among clients, attorneys, and third parties to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy and compliance with regulations, minimizing risk of legal issues.
- Managed case files and organized documentation systems to enhance accessibility and streamline workflows.
- Researched property laws to support legal processes and maintained current knowledge of industry trends.
- Monitored progress of real estate closings to meet deadlines effectively.
- Assisted with preparation of closing packages for real estate transactions.
Paralegal
Litten & Sipe, LLP
Harrisonburg, VA
12.2015 - 11.2020
- Conducted legal research to enhance case preparation and strengthen documentation.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Managed case files for compliance with legal standards and organization.
- Assisted attorneys during depositions and trial preparations.
- Collaborated with clients to clarify case details and gather necessary information.
- Maintained effective communication with courts, clients, and opposing counsel to ensure timely updates and clarity.
- Organized schedules for hearings, meetings, and deadlines for attorneys.
- Reviewed and proofread legal documents for accuracy, improving quality before filing.
Director of Operations
Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation
New Market, VA
07.2009 - 12.2015
- Directed daily operations and coordinated historical preservation initiatives to ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources for multiple battlefield restoration projects, optimizing financial stewardship.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational workflows across the foundation.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and reporting obligations.
- Developed operational strategies to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
- Developed policies to streamline workflow processes, enhancing overall productivity across the organization.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing optimal pricing options for materials.
- Conducted performance reviews for direct reports, providing constructive feedback for development.
- Oversaw acquisition of historical real estate, ensuring compliance with preservation standards.
- Developed grant proposals aligning with organizational goals and funding requirements.
- Managed grant application processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and deadlines.
- Collaborated with departments to identify funding opportunities and project needs.
- Reviewed budget proposals, verifying accuracy and alignment with grant guidelines.
- Monitored funded projects, tracking progress and preparing required reports.
- Established relationships with funders to facilitate communication and support efforts.
- Created general ledger accounts in order to process grants.
- Conducted post-award reviews of funded projects for compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Analyzed financial reports generated from accounting software and submitted to funders as required by grant agreements.
- Drafted periodic reports summarizing progress made on achieving goals outlined in approved grants.
- Provided technical assistance to program staff regarding federal regulations governing grants management activities.
- Maintained a database of current grants, including deadlines, funder contact information, status updates.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Laurel Ridge Community College
Middletown, VA05-1989
Skills
- Title examination and insurance
- Real estate transactions
- Closing coordination
- Contract review and negotiation
- Document preparation
- Legal research
- Case file management
- Property law expertise
- Easement and boundary resolution
- Notary public certification
- Virginia Certified Title Examiner since 2023
- Real estate software utilization
- LexisNexis proficiency
- Data management
- Billing and invoicing
- Critical thinking
- Proofreading and documentation
- Legal education
Certification
Virginia Certified Title Examiner - License #07102023.01
Affiliations
*Member of Shenandoah Valley Paralegal Association since 2020
*Member of Virginia Land Title Association since 2021
*Member of Virginia Land Title Association since 2021
Timeline
Real Estate Paralegal/Office Manager
Clark & Bradshaw, P.C.
12.2020 - Current
Paralegal
Litten & Sipe, LLP
12.2015 - 11.2020
Director of Operations
Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation
07.2009 - 12.2015
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Laurel Ridge Community College