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ASHLEY S H A P I E L A K

Birmingham

Summary

Experienced Paralegal Manager with expertise in legal research, case management, and team leadership. Proficient in court procedures and litigation processes, ensuring compliance with deadlines. Proven track record of enhancing team productivity through innovative operational strategies. Strong ability to manage workflows effectively while maintaining high standards of quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal Manager /Senior Litigation Paralegal

Turnbull, Moak & Pendergrass
Birmingham
06.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated attorney schedules, including hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Performed factual investigations to obtain background information on parties involved in litigation proceedings.
  • Assisted with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and drafting jury instructions.
  • Responded and reviewed discovery responses.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients regarding case status updates or changes in their representation plans.
  • Prepared pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, memoranda of law, discovery requests, jury instructions, deposition notices, subpoenas and other legal documents.
  • Managed a team of paralegals to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks.
  • Created case summaries and reports for attorneys, summarizing key points from client interviews.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Supervised the work of junior paralegals assigned on specific cases ensuring accuracy in data entry and reporting.

Paralegal

ALEXANDER SHUNNARAH PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS
Birmingham
03.2017 - 06.2020
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Performed factual investigations to obtain background information on parties involved in litigation proceedings.
  • Prepared deposition summaries and tracked deadlines for filing of briefs or other documents.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions and other court documents for review by attorney.
  • Reviewed discovery responses and generated privilege logs.

Claims Processor

LAW OFFICE OF G. PATTERSON KEAHEY
Birmingham
11.2014 - 03.2017
  • Prepared and reviewed claim forms and related documents for completeness.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.
  • Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
  • Ordered materials needed by attorneys throughout the duration of a case.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Paralegal Studies

WALLACE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Skills

  • Legal research
  • Trial preparation
  • Document drafting
  • Electronic filing (federal and state)
  • Employee training
  • Multi State Experience (AL, GA, TX, SC, FL, TN)
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Administrative support
  • Case summaries
  • Deadline monitoring
  • Effective multitasking
  • Civil litigation
  • Client interviewing
  • Legal Discovery
  • Deposition summaries
  • Trial preparation assistance
  • Litigation support

Certification

  • Notary Public

Timeline

Paralegal Manager /Senior Litigation Paralegal

Turnbull, Moak & Pendergrass
06.2020 - Current

Paralegal

ALEXANDER SHUNNARAH PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS
03.2017 - 06.2020

Claims Processor

LAW OFFICE OF G. PATTERSON KEAHEY
11.2014 - 03.2017

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Paralegal Studies

WALLACE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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