BURTON JOHN CANN
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in legal administration. Driven by a passion for excellence, adept at preparing, reviewing, and analyzing legal documents. Motivated to manage heavy caseloads with precision and strong communication skills. Focused on supporting attorneys to achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
In-House Paralegal Consultant
DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP
Downers Grove, Illinois
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Assist in Legal Department with Duly’s litigation (coordinating with outside counsel, preservation notices, tracking, file maintenance, etc.)
- Directly support and coordinate the deposition assist process for Duly’s physicians subpoenaed to give deposition testimony, including communication with physicians, practice managers, and outside litigation counsel throughout the pendency of each matter
- Support Associate General Counsel with contract review and contract management
- Establish and maintain paper and electronic filing systems; classify, sort and file correspondence, records, and other documents
- Perform general support activities to assist attorneys
- Review written discovery and document production requests, determining scope and identifying required resources, and confer with lead attorney on most efficient approach to comply within all parameters and deadlines given
- Conduct legal and other factual research, as needed.
Legal Secretary
SIDLEY AUSTIN LLP
Chicago, Illinois
06.2019 - 07.2022
- Typed, formatted, edited, and e-filed documents, including correspondence, memoranda, briefs, motions, charts, and pleadings, in accordance with the Firm’s document formatting standards
- Organized clerical functions and workflow, including court filings and transactions
- Proofread for accuracy and posted lawyers’ time diaries on a daily basis
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including air, hotel, and car for lawyers as well as clients
- Processes lawyers’ travel expenses
- Coordinated the prompt production, processing, and delivery of assignments’ work products through the document processing center, duplicating, messenger and telecommunication services
- Coordinated client billing with billing services, as needed
- Coordinated conferences, meetings as well as appointments for lawyers and clients
- Scheduled conference rooms and food service and maintained the calendar of meetings and business trips.
Front Desk Coordinator
HEARTLAND ALLIANCE HOUSING
Chicago, Illinois
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Oversaw security and front desk operations for low-income, senior living facility
- Ensured compliance with rental and organizational procedures
- Stored and kept track of sensitive resident information, such as lease agreements, inspection paperwork, and procedural documents
- Developed strong relationships with residents, and handle issues and problems in a timely and professional manner.
Education
Certified Paralegal -
MACCORMAC COLLEGE
01.2018
Bachelor of Arts in History -
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
01.2013
Skills
- Expert in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)
- Skilled in legal research software (Westlaw, LexisNexis, LoisLaw)
- Experienced in document management software (NetDocs, iManage)
- Exceptional customer service for internal and external stakeholders
- Proficient in research and data collection
- Experienced in drafting and e-filing legal documents
- Document preparation and file management
- Knowledgeable in legal terminology and civil litigation procedures
- Effective multitasking, problem-solving, and data analysis
- Strong communication and organizational abilities
- Schedule coordination and time management
- Client relationship management and team collaboration
- Proficient in project management
- Trilingual: : Fluent in English and French, conversational in Spanish
Community Involvement
Chicago Legal Clinic | Chicago, IL
Volunteer, 2019
- Assisted with filing paperwork for civil matters, demonstrating commitment to supporting legal processes within the Chicago community.
Bueno Park Neighbors Association | Chicago, IL
Volunteer, 2020-2022
- Assisted Buena Park Neighbors, a community-focused organization in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood, by providing administrative support and contributing to grant writing initiatives to enhance community connections and improve neighborhood quality of life.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
In-House Paralegal Consultant
DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP
03.2023 - 03.2024
Legal Secretary
SIDLEY AUSTIN LLP
06.2019 - 07.2022
Front Desk Coordinator
HEARTLAND ALLIANCE HOUSING
08.2017 - 06.2019
Certified Paralegal -
MACCORMAC COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts in History -
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
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