Barbara Thomas
Midlothian,TX
Summary
Seasoned collaborator experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements in team environments. Diligent worker with strong communication skills, capability to prioritize and organize tasks, and in-depth understanding of industry concepts. Paralegal with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to Civil law. Expertly conducts legal research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experience includes working with working middle class populations to optimize representation.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Assistant
Intercept Paralegal Firm
Pomona, CA
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Drafted responses for exceptions on foreclosure procedural errors.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
- Directed and coordinated service of subpoenas and scheduling of depositions for several legal professionals.
- Researched, monitored and informed firm of legal and industry developments and trends and articulated effects on practice and clients.
Psychiatric Technician
Lanterman Developmental Center
Pomona, CA
05.1976 - 01.2000
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Applied interventions with clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
- Administered PPD and IM injections according to protocol.
- Assisted and counseled [Number] patients daily.
- Assessed clients upon admission and discharge to detox; took blood draws for labs.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Education
No Degree - Social Studies Education
University of La Verne College
La Verne, CANo Degree - Physician Assistant
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Pomona, CAHigh School Diploma -
Simmons High School
Hollandale, MS05.1967
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Critical Thinking
- Complex Problem Solving
- Legal Terminology
- Decision Making
- Deposition Briefings
- Legal Research
- Court Document Filing
- Project Organization
- Presentations and Public Speaking
- Document Preparation
- Administrative Support
- Case Management
- Court Policies and Programs
- Task Prioritization
- Data Confidentiality
- Customer Service
- Legal and Court Processes
- Schedule Coordination
- Meeting Preparation
- Civil Law
- Proofreading and Editing
- Appointment Setting
- Dependable and Reliable
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Paralegal Assistant
Intercept Paralegal Firm
02.2014 - 12.2016
Psychiatric Technician
Lanterman Developmental Center
05.1976 - 01.2000
No Degree - Social Studies Education
University of La Verne College
No Degree - Physician Assistant
College of Osteopathic Medicine
High School Diploma -
Simmons High School
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