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Candace Cheatham

Legal Assistant And Editor
Duxbury,MA

Summary

Versatile Senior Paralegal with background managing cases, coordinating documents and completing in-depth research to support work in all law. Strengths include verbal and written communication, multitasking and time management. Over 10 years of experience working in private, public and organizational environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Copy Editor

Windwalker Media
01.2011 - Current
  • Increased overall readability of documents by rephrasing complex sentences into clear, concise expressions.
  • Assisted in the creation of compelling headlines and captions that captured reader interest while accurately reflecting article content.
  • Streamlined editorial processes for increased efficiency by implementing advanced copyediting tools and techniques.
  • Enhanced content quality by meticulously proofreading and editing a variety of materials, including articles, marketing collateral, and web content.
  • Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts and statistics.

Senior Paralegal

Schlesinger, Schlesinger & Sommo
06.2002 - 01.2011
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy and consistency, mitigating potential risks for clients involved in transactions or disputes.
  • Prepared persuasive legal arguments for court hearings, resulting in favorable rulings for clients.
  • Mentored junior paralegals, contributing to their professional development and growth.
  • Drafted well-organized pleadings, motions, and briefs to support case positions effectively.

Education

Master of Arts - Sociology

Simmons University
Boston
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Education

UMass Boston
Boston, MA
05.2001 -

No Degree - Law

New England School of Law
Boston, MA
05.2001 -

Skills

Spreadsheet development

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Timeline

Senior Copy Editor

Windwalker Media
01.2011 - Current

Senior Paralegal

Schlesinger, Schlesinger & Sommo
06.2002 - 01.2011

Master of Arts - Sociology

Simmons University
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Education

UMass Boston
05.2001 -

No Degree - Law

New England School of Law
05.2001 -

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