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Arnissa Brown-Bennett

Houston,Texas

Summary

Talent for generating creative ideas and organizing projects, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, good follow-up and time management skills, Team Player, Disciplined with ability to prioritize task and work independently, Convey strong professional image, ability, initiative, and judgment.

Professional with proven experience in providing exceptional administrative support in dynamic environments. Skilled in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and maintaining comprehensive records. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering consistent results. Highly adaptable with knack for problem-solving and effective communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Practice Assistance

White & Case, L.L.P.
02.2019 - Current
  • Maintain Counsel’s calendar. Research, draft memoranda, letters, and court pleadings. Enter time on behalf of attorneys while corresponding with clients, attorneys, judges, and employees of the firm.
  • Demonstrates ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner to meet needs, such as re-prioritizing work as necessary.
  • Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
  • Works as required, including evenings and weekends and completes special projects/tasks, as assigned. Contributes to and helps create a positive work atmosphere.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment. Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Assist with notarizing documents in-person and on-line for clients of the firm nationally and internationally.
  • Coordinated scheduling and logistics for client meetings and internal events to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed document preparation and filing, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm policies.
  • Assisted attorneys with research tasks, improving case preparation accuracy and turnaround time.
  • Developed and maintained electronic filing systems to streamline information retrieval processes.
  • Mentored incoming practice assistants on best practices for various operational aspects within the facility.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
  • Wrote and filed pleadings with Texas courts on schedule to maximize case success.

Team Lead Legal Practice Specialist

DLA Piper, L.L.P.
02.2015 - 02.2019
  • Maintain Counsel’s calendar. Research, draft memoranda, letters, and court pleadings. Attend briefing meetings, depositions, etc., as needed. Organize filing, process and prepares documents, exhibits and other information in response to discovery. Demonstrates ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet needs, such as re-prioritizing work as necessary. Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
  • Assigned duties to subordinates as Attorney Resource Team Lead.
  • Coordinated resources effectively to support high-volume legal operations.
  • Mentored team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
  • Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.

Paralegal

The Cloud Law Firm
12.2013 - 02.2015
  • Maintain Counsel’s calendar. Coordinated and attended meetings and conferences as requested. Researched and drafted memoranda, letters, and court pleadings attended briefing meetings, depositions, etc., as needed. Interviewed clients, witnesses, etc. and responded to questions that arise. Organized filing, processed and prepared documents, exhibits and other information in response to discovery. Demonstrated sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns. Worked as required, including evenings and weekends to complete special projects/tasks, as assigned. Maintained strict confidentiality while contributing to a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a cooperative and amicable manner with supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, and members of the public.
  • Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
  • Drafted legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
  • Managed case files and maintained accurate documentation for ongoing litigation.
  • Assisted attorneys in trial preparation through organization of exhibits and evidence.
  • Coordinated communication between clients, witnesses, and court personnel to ensure timely information exchange.
  • Reviewed and summarized depositions, affidavits, and other legal materials for attorney review.
  • 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.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
  • 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.
  • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
  • Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements and deadlines.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.

Administrative Compliance Coordinator

Harris County Community Supervisions & Corrections Department
04.2013 - 11.2013
  • Responsibility to assist the Department’s Staff Counsel. Areas of law include Criminal, Employment and Open Government.
  • Maintained General Counsel’s calendar. Coordinated and attended, meetings, and conferences as requested.
  • Researched and drafted memoranda to judges, attorneys, and probationers. Assisted in reviewing and revising Department Policies and Procedures. Processed and prepared documents, exhibits and other information in response to discovery and public information requests, as instructed.
  • Reported to probation officers and Judges when a probationer violated their conditions.
  • Demonstrated the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner to meet needs, such as re-prioritizing work as necessary.
  • Demonstrated sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
  • Interviewed employees for misconduct and drafted correspondence regarding disciplinary actions. Attended required in-service programs as directed.
  • Provided training to employees on essential compliance topics, increasing overall awareness and understanding.
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.

Education

MBA - Management

Univ. of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
01.2019

Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Univ. of Houston School of Paralegal Studies
Houston, Texas
08.2011

BBA - Management

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
12.2003

Skills

  • Billing and invoicing
  • Document organization
  • File management
  • Workflow optimization
  • Calendar management
  • Proofreading
  • Meeting coordination
  • Travel arrangements
  • Report generation
  • Fast learner
  • Scheduling/Planning
  • File organization
  • Relationship building
  • Client communication
  • Legal document preparation
  • Microsoft office
  • Writing and editing
  • Legal research
  • Legal writing
  • Task prioritization
  • Office management
  • Document filing
  • Legal/Court processes
  • Client relations
  • Customer relationship management
  • Organizational efficiency
  • Quality control
  • Client support
  • Client service and support
  • Exceptional telephone etiquette
  • Notary public
  • Administrative support
  • Document editing
  • Document drafting
  • Data management
  • Case management
  • Correspondence
  • Legal terminology
  • Document control
  • Database management
  • Client billing
  • Litigation support
  • Transcription
  • Travel coordination
  • Advanced word processing
  • Case management support
  • Confidentiality
  • Motion preparation
  • Daily docket reports
  • Order and request filing
  • Administrative assistance
  • Member of the national association of legal assistants
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective multitasking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Organizational skills

Affiliations

  • Member of ARMA International
  • Notary/Online Notary for the State of Texas
  • Member of Houston Paralegal Association
  • Houston Chapter Association of Legal Administrators Community Service Committee
  • Member of Black Affinity Network White & Case U.S./Houston Office Champion
  • Member of Houston Office Committee White & Case U.S.

Certification

Paralegal Certificate, University of Houston School of Paralegal Studies -Twelve Weeks

Interests

  • Acting and Theater
  • Participate in local theater productions, enhancing my public speaking and teamwork skills
  • Working with Youth in church and the community teaching life skills and how to give back
  • Sunday School and Vacation Bible School Teacher
  • Top Ladies of Distinction Member/Officer
  • Active in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc
  • Reading


Timeline

Practice Assistance

White & Case, L.L.P.
02.2019 - Current

Team Lead Legal Practice Specialist

DLA Piper, L.L.P.
02.2015 - 02.2019

Paralegal

The Cloud Law Firm
12.2013 - 02.2015

Administrative Compliance Coordinator

Harris County Community Supervisions & Corrections Department
04.2013 - 11.2013

MBA - Management

Univ. of Phoenix

Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Univ. of Houston School of Paralegal Studies

BBA - Management

Texas Southern University

Awards

Letter of Commendation from Director of Harris County Probation Department, Attorney Resource Team Lead at DLA, Piper, One of Five (of 102) Legal Specialists to receive The Firm’s Aspire Award at DLA Piper, Featured in the Houston Office First Newsletter highlighting talents and hobbies

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