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Brenda Clark

Monroe

Summary

Trusted Paralegal offering extensive bankruptcy legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Yaldou Law
Brownstown
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details.
  • Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
  • Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
  • Maintained client files according to established protocols.
  • Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
  • Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
  • Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.

Case Administrator

Tammy L Terry, Chapter 13 Trustee
Detroit
05.2004 - 09.2024
  • 341 hearing preparation and adjournments; confirmation hearing preparation and adjournments, adversary matters; pre- and post-confirmation matters, audit of proposed confirmation orders; miscellaneous court hearings, such as motions to lift stay, motions to dismiss, objections to claims, objections to discharge, objections to final reports; review and audit tax returns, post-confirmation case audits, audit and entry of attorney fee applications and fee orders; audit and entry of post-plan modifications and orders, respond to debtor annual report inquiries; stipulations, discharge issues, and case closings.

Legal Assistant

Holzman Law
Southfield
09.1994 - 04.2004
  • Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
  • Kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions, and other dates.
  • Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
  • Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
  • Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
  • Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
  • Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients and court officials.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - English Composition and Political Science

Monroe County Community College
Monroe

Skills

  • Case management
  • Legal research
  • Document drafting
  • Pleading preparation
  • Calendar management
  • Legal document filing
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Court procedure knowledge
  • Administrative support
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Correspondence writing
  • Client intake procedures
  • Analytical thinking
  • Affidavit preparation
  • Document editing
  • Legal document review
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Document preparation
  • Legal and court processes
  • Court filing
  • Organizational skills
  • Legal Software Utilization
  • Exhibit organization
  • Task prioritization
  • Case file organization
  • Reliability
  • Client relations
  • Legal case files
  • Client communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Paralegal

Yaldou Law
10.2024 - 04.2025

Case Administrator

Tammy L Terry, Chapter 13 Trustee
05.2004 - 09.2024

Legal Assistant

Holzman Law
09.1994 - 04.2004

Some College (No Degree) - English Composition and Political Science

Monroe County Community College

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