Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Timeline

ANNA RUDE

Paralegal
Durango,CO

Summary

Technology-savvy Paralegal offering proficiency in Prolaw, MS Suite, Google suite, data management, and legal research. Skilled in complex scheduling and problem solving, well versed in state and federal e-filing.

Articulate in legal terminology and legal document preparation.

Bringing 15 years of legal expertise and commitment to supporting legal teams in a variety of specialties. Detail-oriented and trustworthy with excellent time management skills. Clear knowledge of court processes and legal proceedings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Zonda USA
02.2022 - Current
  • Exceptional research, analytical and multi-tasking skills
  • Experience in legal and administrative support as well as intricate client customer service
  • Performed detailed research and audits of county land records online, maintaining contact information for building companies
  • Research current and future new home construction projects, enter, update and maintain proprietary database of real estate research
  • Performed Data entry, database software and data management duties.

SALES & MARKET RESEARCH

MOONSTONE CONSULTING, LLC
Durango, CO
09.2018 - 02.2022

Deployed and managed small business solutions including Kartra, Shopify, Mailchimp, and Quickbooks.

  • Utilized different tools to analyze marketing and financial trends and suggested measures to reduce costs and improve business processes.
  • Devised and evaluated methods and procedures for collecting data such as surveys, opinion polls or questionnaires.
  • Created and managed database of information gathered from research.
  • Gathered data on competitors to analyze prices, sales and methods of marketing and distribution.
  • Collected and analyzed data on customer demographics, preferences, needs and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.
  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
  • Attracted 2000 new clients by creating and implementing innovative marketing strategies.
  • Wrote engaging and successful marketing, advertising and website copy.
  • Developed relationships with domestic and international suppliers

PARALEGAL/LEGAL SECRETARY

MAYNES, BRADFORD, SHIPPS & SHEFTEL, LLP
Durango, CO
03.2014 - 09.2018
  • Responsible for management of case load for two of firm’s Partners
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
  • Prepared and e-filed court pleadings in Probate and Civil Litigation matters at state and federal court
  • Drafted Estate Planning documents; prepared reports, exhibits and memorandums
  • Conducted Legal and Real Estate research.
  • Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
  • Scheduled all appointments, appearances and briefings.
  • Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
  • Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
  • Supported team of 2+ attorneys in practice of Civil Litigation and Estate Planning law.
  • Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
  • Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
  • Organized files for court proceedings.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Contacted key witnesses to testify at court hearings.
  • Collected, drafted and maintained resources to provide comprehensive materials accessible to all firm lawyers.
  • Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays.

DIVISION CLERK

LA PLATA COUNTY COMBINED COURT
Durango, CO
12.2012 - 03.2014
  • Managed district court docket including Domestic Relations, District Civil, Juvenile, Felony, and Probate case load
  • Provided customer service to multiple attorneys and the public.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Managed incoming correspondence to enhance employee performance and reduce time spent on processing and responding.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.

COURT JUDICIAL ASSISTANT

LA PLATA COUNTY COMBINED
Durango, CO
07.2012 - 12.2012
  • COURT
  • Processed Domestic Relations, County Civil, and District Civil case load in the Clerk’s office
  • Provided customer service to attorneys and the public.

LEGAL SECRETARY/PARALEGAL

DON FREEMYER
Durango, CO
07.2011 - 03.2012
  • Managed front desk, including greeting and directing clients, answering phones, scheduling and managing appointments
  • Assisted with legal research and document drafting
  • Research and audits of county land records online, maintaining contact information for building companies, research current and future new home construction projects, data entry, updating and maintenance of a proprietary database of real estate research
  • Data entry, database software and managing data.

Education

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - PARALEGAL STUDIES

Kaplan University, Davenport, IA
06.2011 - 07.2012

Skills

Microsoft ApplicationsSkilled in online research

Research and analysis

Documentation skills

Litigation support

Document filing

Case management

Document preparation

Administrative support

Legal Research

Case support abilities

Disposition tracking

Court processes

Legal terminology

Docket management

Researching skills

Timeline

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - Zonda USA
02.2022 - Current
SALES & MARKET RESEARCH - MOONSTONE CONSULTING, LLC
09.2018 - 02.2022
PARALEGAL/LEGAL SECRETARY - MAYNES, BRADFORD, SHIPPS & SHEFTEL, LLP
03.2014 - 09.2018
DIVISION CLERK - LA PLATA COUNTY COMBINED COURT
12.2012 - 03.2014
COURT JUDICIAL ASSISTANT - LA PLATA COUNTY COMBINED
07.2012 - 12.2012
LEGAL SECRETARY/PARALEGAL - DON FREEMYER
07.2011 - 03.2012
Kaplan University - ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, PARALEGAL STUDIES
06.2011 - 07.2012
ANNA RUDEParalegal