Bailey Fudge
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic Paralegal with proven expertise in legal compliance and licensing support. Excelled in enhancing team productivity and fostering interdepartmental collaboration. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Skilled in legal research, MS Office, entity management software, and maintaining rigorous compliance standards. Demonstrates exceptional organizational abilities and a strong work ethic, ensuring efficient resolution of complex legal issues.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal- Licensing & Franchise Support
TGI Fridays Corporate
01.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with local and state regulations and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Helped improve team productivity of high volume work by prioritizing, delegating tasks, and organizing data.
- Enhanced communication between internal teams and outside counsel, leading to more effective resolution of complex legal issues and ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
- Fostered collaboration and established working relationships, by facilitating communication between internal office departments and third party vendors.
- Enforced regulations by reviewing federal and state laws to confirm compliance.
- Maintained database to ensure that consistent records were kept of all submissions, applications, renewals, and licenses received.
- Maintained compliance with local regulations regarding alcohol sales and licensing.
- Managed and submitted corresponding documentation needed to represent Corporate Officer changes amongst several entities in various states.
- Drafted and managed documentation needed to transfer licenses for locations transitioning from corporate to franchise.
- Served as liaison between regulatory agencies and company leadership during inspections or audits, ensuring accurate representation of company's commitment to safety and legal compliance.
Paralegal Intern
TGI Fridays Corporate
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with paralegals to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines consistently.
- Enhanced legal research efficiency by utilizing advanced search techniques and legal databases.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing effective file management systems and organizational strategies.
- Managed high volume of invoices and expense reports, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining accuracy and organization.
- Conducted research into local and state licensing and health regulations surrounding the potential implementation of a new product.
- Managed license renewals efficiently, ensuring timely compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Performed routine data entry or document management.
Education
BBA - General Business
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM12.2023
Skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
- Resourceful, organized, and detail oriented
- Strong work ethic & personal integrity
- Critical thinking and willingness to learn
- Efficiency and Time Management
- Proficient in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat
- Proficient with entity management software (NetSuite and Avalara)
- Notary Public
- Legal Research
- Legal Compliance
- Health and safety standards
- File and Records Management
Timeline
Paralegal- Licensing & Franchise Support
TGI Fridays Corporate
01.2024 - Current
Paralegal Intern
TGI Fridays Corporate
06.2021 - 08.2023
BBA - General Business
Eastern New Mexico University
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