Cannon Gage
Gardner,KS
Summary
Personable and organized with strong ability to manage legal documentation and assist in research and case preparation. Holds solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures, combined with proficiency in Docrio, Litify, and Microsoft Office. Committed to providing comprehensive support to legal teams, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in all tasks.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Cory Watson Attorneys
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Awarded trial team position in Lynn et al v DuPont De NeMours, Inc
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, and contracts
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and identify relevant laws and regulations
- Organized and maintained physical and electronic files for easy retrieval of important documents
- Drafted correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in legal proceedings
- Prepared trial notebooks by compiling exhibits, witness lists, and other necessary materials
- Coordinated the logistics of depositions, including scheduling court reporters and securing deposition locations
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information related to ongoing cases or client matters
- Conducted initial client intake interviews to gather relevant information for attorneys' review
- Maintained a comprehensive database of client information, case details, and important deadlines
Legal Intern
Cory Watson Attorneys
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with case preparation by reviewing and organizing relevant documents, exhibits, and evidence
- Attended client meetings, court hearings, depositions, and trials to observe legal proceedings firsthand
- Performed document review for discovery purposes using e-discovery software
- Collaborated with paralegals and support staff on various administrative tasks such as filing documents or maintaining case files
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information throughout all stages of the internship program
- Participated in team meetings to discuss case strategy and provide input on legal matters
Education
Bachelors of Arts - History
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2024
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest
Overland Park, KS05-2020
Skills
- Scheduling/Planning
- Document drafting
- Document filing
- Writing and editing
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Proofreading
- Client service and support
- Ethics compliance
- Case management support
Volunteer Experience
- Silver-Bow County Attorney Election
- Silver-Bow County District Judge Election
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Cory Watson Attorneys
05.2024 - 09.2024
Legal Intern
Cory Watson Attorneys
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelors of Arts - History
University of Kansas
High School Diploma -
Blue Valley Northwest
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