Amy Schaffer
West Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Goal-oriented Case Manager / Paralegal experienced in providing administrative support to legal departments with focus on document management. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents and policies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
McGlone Law
07.2014 - Current
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw and print sources.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with [Type] court on schedule to maximize case success.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Requested medical records and billing statements for clients.
- Itemized medical records and billing statements for clients.
- Requested up-to-date balances for clients medical expenses.
- Summarized depositions.
- Monthly tax payments.
- Prepared end of year taxes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Insurance Coding
05.1995
Skills
- Customer Service
- Document Management
- Database Research
- Discovery Management
- Administrative Support
- Flexible Schedule
- Proficient in MS Office
- IRS Filings
- Exhibit preparation
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Project Organization
- Court Filing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Case Management
- Legal Document Preparation
- Research and data collection
- Legal and Court Processes
- Notary Public
- Attorney Support
- Deposition Briefings
- Effective Multitasking
- Deposition Summaries
- Legal Terminology
- Court Document Filing
- Correspondence and Legal Forms
- LexisNexis
- Case Summaries
- Client Support
- Meeting Preparation
- Deadline Monitoring
- Records Management
- File Organization
- Document organization
- Document filing
- Schedule Coordination
- Work Prioritization
- Civil Law
- Case File Management
- Document drafting
- Legal Research
- Correspondence Writing
- Filing System Organization
- Client Billing
- Client Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Billing Statements
- Evidence Gathering
- Document Control Support
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Case File Preparation
- Office Administration
- Legal Case Files
- Motions Drafting
- Credit Disputes
- Confidentiality Understanding
- Exhibit Preparation
- Account Administration
- Brief Development
- Motion Preparation
- Marital Settlement Agreements
- Settlement Statements
- Reading Comprehension
- Intake Services
- Court Depositions
- Client Correspondence
- Assisting Lawyers
- Electronic Discovery
- Document Statements
- Review of Pleadings
- Statement Billings
- Research Facts
- File Pleadings
- Exhibit Organization
- Prepare Guardianships
- Prepare Estates
- Prepare Wills
- Prepare Power of Attorneys
Timeline
Case Manager - McGlone Law
07.2014 - Current
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana - Associate of Applied Science, Medical Insurance Coding
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