Anna Rethwisch
Fergus Falls,MN
Summary
I am a motivated individual who has worked as a paralegal for the past 13 years that is seeking a career change to find employment that better meets the demands of being a mother to a special needs child.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Cadem Law Group
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- 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.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
Patient Registration Specialist
Lake Region Healthcare
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently registering patients and verifying their insurance information.
- Reduced registration errors through meticulous data entry and attention to detail.
- Streamlined the registration process for enhanced patient experience by implementing new software (Epic).
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions promptly and professionally.
- Managed high-volume patient traffic during peak hours, prioritizing tasks to maintain efficient workflow.
- Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive patient information.
- Contributed to a decrease in wait times by expediting the check-in process with effective multitasking skills.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Deputy Clerk
Otter Tail County District Court
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Enhanced court efficiency by maintaining accurate records and promptly processing legal documents.
- Streamlined document retrieval for attorneys and judges by implementing an organized filing system (Odyssey).
- Maintained confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive information.
- Provided exceptional customer service to the public, answering inquiries and directing individuals to appropriate resources.
- Improved communication between the court and litigants with timely notifications of hearings, decisions, and other pertinent information.
Paralegal
Pemberton Law Firm
06.2015 - 02.2019
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- 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.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Minnesota School of Business
Moorhead, MN06.2013
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Office Administrative Support/Calendar Management
- Customer Service
- Document Preparation
- Individualized Education Plan Knowledge
- Clerical Support
- Disability Awareness
- Patient
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Multitasking
Timeline
Paralegal
Cadem Law Group
08.2020 - Current
Patient Registration Specialist
Lake Region Healthcare
09.2019 - 03.2024
Deputy Clerk
Otter Tail County District Court
02.2019 - 08.2019
Paralegal
Pemberton Law Firm
06.2015 - 02.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Minnesota School of Business