Experienced Legal Assistant with expertise in drafting legal documents, managing case files, and maintaining confidentiality. Demonstrates exceptional organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled at keeping documentation and records updated, cases organized, and calendars accurate.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Oceanside, CA
01.2024 - Current
Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, organizing files, preparing correspondence, and obtaining necessary signatures.
Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
Maintained inventory levels of office supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
Paralegal
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Oceanside, CA
11.2021 - 01.2024
Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
Maintained contract database with relevant information for categorization and easy access.
Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
Reviewed and summarized depositions, transcripts, and other legal documents for attorney review.
Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
Advised attorneys on probable outcomes of cases based on legal precedents and personal research.
Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
Drafted legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jeffersonville High School
Jeffersonville, IN
06-2020
Skills
Litigation Support
MS Office proficient
Document Control
Data Management
Document Preparation
Legal/Court Processes
Document filing
Fast Learner
Scheduling/Planning
Legal Terminology
Administrative assistance
Organizational Efficiency
File Organization
Proofreading
Quality Control
Legal Document Preparation
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
01.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
11.2021 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Jeffersonville High School
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