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Benjamin Clark

Bridgeport

Summary

Diligent and detail-oriented paralegal with a solid foundation in legal research, document preparation, and case management. Adept at supporting legal teams in diverse areas of law, ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with regulations. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Litigation Expert Coordinator

Simon and Simon PC
04.2024 - Current
  • Personal Injury Law
  • Coordinated with medical experts
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Collected and organized medical records

Legal Assistant

Law Office Of Gerald S. Knopf LLC
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • E-filed small claims law suits with the Civil Court
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents throughout the litigation process.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
  • I aided in assuring accuracy in the firm finances by assisting in managing the firm's billing and invoicing.
  • Operated the firm's small claims department
  • Skilled in document Proof Reading

Aquatics Specialist

Petco
04.2020 - 09.2022

I was charged with overseeing animal care at a managerial level and working one-on-one to educate customers on animals they are considering purchasing. Through this job, I gained proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets

Volunteer Mentor

Federal Correction Institution Danbury
03.2019 - 05.2022

I worked one-on-one with inmates due to release to provide them with resources they may need outside the prison system. This included housing, furthering education, therapeutic support, and AA meetings.

Delivery Driver

Nauti Dolphin Pizzeria
08.2021 - 06.2023

I had the pleasure of working at my family's restaurant filling in when needed. Everything from pizza delivery to early morning food prep.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

Sacred Heart University GPA 3.6
Fairfield, CT
05.2023

Environmental Law And Policy

Council On International Education Exchange
Monteverde, Costa Rica
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Notre Dame High School
Fairfield, CT
06.2019

Skills

  • Legal writing
  • Legal document preparation
  • Legal research
  • Litigation Process
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Customer Service
  • Client Billing
  • Telecommunications
  • Office Management
  • Client Billing

Certification

-Paralegal Certification at Wagner College through the Center For Legal Studies. Completed in December of 2023


-CNP - Certified Notary Public In the State Of Connecticut. My Commission Expires in 2028

Timeline

Pre-Litigation Expert Coordinator

Simon and Simon PC
04.2024 - Current

Legal Assistant

Law Office Of Gerald S. Knopf LLC
06.2023 - 04.2024

Delivery Driver

Nauti Dolphin Pizzeria
08.2021 - 06.2023

Aquatics Specialist

Petco
04.2020 - 09.2022

Volunteer Mentor

Federal Correction Institution Danbury
03.2019 - 05.2022

-Paralegal Certification at Wagner College through the Center For Legal Studies. Completed in December of 2023


-CNP - Certified Notary Public In the State Of Connecticut. My Commission Expires in 2028

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

Sacred Heart University GPA 3.6

Environmental Law And Policy

Council On International Education Exchange

High School Diploma -

Notre Dame High School
Benjamin Clark