Ashley Brinkman

• Managed 90+ instructor scheduling effectively.
• Developed and maintained processes for inventory management of private and group lessons, based on instructor staffing.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and operational standards consistently.
• Assisted in training staff on customer service protocols and operational procedures.
• Facilitated communication between departments to enhance guest experience.
• Resolved guest inquiries and complaints with professionalism and efficiency.
• Provided general administrative support to staff members.
• Monitored emails requesting private lessons to ensure that appropriate instructors were available.
• Answered incoming calls and responded to customer inquiries.
• Updated databases with new employee information, job changes, and terminations, including benefits.
• Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
• Compiled data from multiple sources into comprehensive reports for management review.

• Conducted legal research to support case preparation and documentation.
• Prepared and organized legal documents for court filings and client meetings.
• Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by gathering evidence and drafting motions.
• Managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurate and up-to-date.
• Communicated with clients regarding case status and required information.
• Coordinated discovery processes, including the review of documents and evidence collection.
• Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
• Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
• Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
• Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
• Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
• Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
• Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
• Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
• Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
• Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
• Participated in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
• Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
• Assisted in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
• Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
• Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
• Reviewed and summarized depositions, transcripts, and other legal documents for attorney review.
• Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
• Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
• Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
• Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.

• Staff paralegal assigned to short-term and long-term projects within local law firms.

• Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
• Maintained litigation database and document organization for surety and litigation cases.
• Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
• Uploaded data into CaseMap litigation software for review and pre-processing.
• Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
• Managed exhibits, evidence and data related to discovery, mediation, and other legal proceedings.
• Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
• Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
• Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
• Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
• Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.

Drafted wills, trusts, healthcare directives, power of attorney and amendments; assisted with transfer of client's assets into trusts; managed probate proceedings, guardianships/conservatorships; prepared annual settlements; prepared corporate filings and maintained corporate records; assisted with bankruptcy filings; drafted real estate documents.

• Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
• Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
• Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
• Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
• Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
• Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
• Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
• Conducted background investigations on defendant.
• Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.