ASHLEY ELLICK
Portsmouth,United States
Summary
Seasoned professional with extensive experience in legal research, case management, and document preparation. Proficient in drafting pleadings, contracts, and legal correspondence with a strong understanding of civil and criminal litigation processes. Adept at managing complex case files, including discovery, depositions, and trial preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards. Skilled in performing legal research, offering attorneys critical insights, and supporting case strategy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to foster positive relationships with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel. Committed to upholding confidentiality and ethical standards in all legal matters.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Outreach Legal
12.2024 - Current
- Enhance Mass Tort case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Gather information related to client disputes including history of services provided, executed documents, past communications, results, etc
- Support the Legal Department in the defense or prosecution of claims.
- Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF), PACER, Docket Management, Document Management, Legal Research, E-Filing
- Contribute to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Paralegal / United States Navy Contractor
CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)
01.2024 - Current
- Verify claims packages for accuracy and completeness, minimizing delays and preventing errors in the claims process
- Analyze federal mass tort claims while applying expertise in federal statutes and legal guidance to determine potential recovery for personal injury and wrongful death cases for informed case decisions
- Review and finalize claims for timely submission via the portal, meeting critical deadlines and facilitating prompt resolution for clients and stakeholders
- Partnered with assigned Camp Lejeune Justice Act attorneys to deliver high-quality representation, driving successful case outcomes and client satisfaction
- Created a more efficient workspace by anticipating department needs; exercised organizational awareness and multitasking skills by managing 30+ file referrals while handling file management
- Advised attorneys on legal analysis and interpretation of directives, instructions, manuals, and applicable laws, strengthening case strategies and improving overall case quality
- Streamlined claims intake, tracking, and response processes using software/tools, resulting in increased operational efficiency and reduced turnaround times for outside parties
- Legal Claims Verification
- Attorney Collaboration
- Legal Analysis
- Federal Statutes Expertise
Legal Assistant
Jones, Jones LLC
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Assisted 18 attorneys by maintaining calendars and working with other departments to effectuate smooth hearing operations
- Led administrative operations to manage incoming referrals from clients
- Utilized effective document management skills; received incoming referrals and hearings; updated case management system, applicable calendars, and documents to streamline case procedures
- Established a more efficient workspace by proactively anticipating department needs; demonstrated organizational awareness and multitasking skills by managing 30+ file referrals while handling file management
Paralegal
Rutter Mills, LLP
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Compiled case information from litigation to settlement while coordinating attorney interviews and consultations with clients, experts, and witnesses for a variety of cases
- Retrieved all medical records and other essential documents required for litigation
- Prepared and circulated documentation, such as affidavits, subpoenas, interrogatories, and depositions
- Trial Prep: Leveraged excellent communication expertise to interact with counsel and judges to set trials, settlement conferences, and depositions
- Ensured smooth flow of legal operations by examining files/file lawsuits, conducting legal research, and leading document management and trial preparation via coordination with civil court
Legal Assistant
Furniss, Davis, Rashkind & Saunders, P.C
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Acted as a Legal Assistant to process incoming/outgoing mail daily, transcribe legal dictation, and engage with clients and witnesses
- Offered Legal administrative support for trials, motions, and other hearings
- Collected, evaluated, and documented correspondence for courts and opposing counsel
- Utilized management skills to schedule and prioritize interviews, meetings, depositions, and hearings
Paralegal
Jones, Jones LLC
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Tracked records of payments by managing bills and invoices while updating data and files in the company-based software program
- Analyzed, arranged, and created exhibits, briefs, and legal documents to streamline legal operations
- Assured smooth completion of administrative activities by securing the database, maintaining the department calendar, and responding to client calls
Paralegal
Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Gathered key information and documents to update client and case management systems while organizing and revising other legal documents, such as motions, affidavits, and notices
- Implemented Pacer and Single Record Request to conduct follow-ups and research
- Assessed concise documents to manage hearings, court appearances, and requested fees
- Improved cross-functional communication with clients to deliver updates, modifications, and file status
- Facilitated clients by providing motions on required parties, including filed motions with court and service vendors
Criminal Defense & Special Litigations Office Intern Investigator
The Legal Aid Society New
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted and participated in the NYPD cop accountability project while aiding attorneys and investigators to address issues in the criminal defense office
- Worked with attorneys and investigators to offer personal, general, and telephone assistance
- Acted as investigator intern to collect interviews and written statements while serving subpoenas and analyzing crime scenes
- Used interpersonal and communications expertise to deliver personal, phone, and email client service
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Monroe College
New Rochelle, NYSkills
- Legal Research
- Case Management
- Trial Preparation
- Client Communication
- Legal Writing
- Legal Correspondence
- Contract Review
- Litigation Support
- Administrative Skills
- Case Summarization
- Legal Research Methods
- Regulatory Compliance
- Evidence Management
- Court Filings
- Settlement Negotiation
- Legal Contract Drafting
Timeline
Paralegal
Outreach Legal
12.2024 - Current
Paralegal / United States Navy Contractor
CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)
01.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Jones, Jones LLC
01.2021 - 01.2024
Paralegal
Rutter Mills, LLP
01.2019 - 01.2020
Legal Assistant
Furniss, Davis, Rashkind & Saunders, P.C
01.2018 - 01.2019
Paralegal
Jones, Jones LLC
01.2016 - 01.2018
Paralegal
Knuckles, Komosinski & Manfro, LLP
01.2015 - 01.2016
Criminal Defense & Special Litigations Office Intern Investigator
The Legal Aid Society New
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Monroe College