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Work History
Education
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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 Applicationsundefined

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