Carol K. Smith
9613 Slate Creek Trail, Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced litigation paralegal looking to use my skills and knowledge to promote and develop support staff professionals through management of docket loads, professional and departmental training, and promotion of a collaborative work environment. Well versed in all aspects of the support staffs job functions. Enthusiastic to share my knowledge and experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Litigation Paralegal
City Of Austin Law Department
01.2017 - Current
- Increased attorney efficiency by drafting legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when reviewing case materials, identifying potential legal issues for further exploration or analysis by attorneys.
- Ensured compliance with court deadlines through diligent calendar management and effective communication with attorneys.
- Supported case progression from inception through resolution, tracking all relevant timelines and deadlines; facilitated prompt communication among team members regarding updates or changes impacting the matter at hand.
- Reduced overall workload burden on attorneys through effective delegation of tasks while maintaining oversight and providing guidance as needed; promoted a collaborative work environment conducive to achieving successful litigation outcomes.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Enhanced collaboration among team members by providing comprehensive summaries of case developments to attorneys involved in litigation matters.
- Established good working relationships with client departments, court staff, opposing counsel, and outside vendors and experts.
- Provided training and mentoring to other paralegals and legal secretaries, both internally and externally, as needed.
Litigation Legal Secretary
City Of Austin Law Department
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Collaborated closely with attorneys and paralegals to ensure seamless coordination on all aspects of case management from inception through disposition.
- Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
- Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
- Managed check requests, expense reimbursement requests, and invoices.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments for multiple trial teams.
- Managed high-volume caseloads by maintaining organized client files and tracking deadlines effectively.
- Improved overall office efficiency by providing cross-training to fellow support staff in key secretarial procedures and tasks.
Assistant Librarian / Substitute Librarian
Round Rock ISD
10.2004 - 05.2015
- Provided student instruction; maintained/updated computer system and circulation collection.
- Managed volunteer and student activities.
- Initiated, developed and maintained student reading programs.
- Organized campus wide reading initiatives.
Global Production Planning Manager
Texas Instruments
10.1991 - 11.1998
- Analyzed & consolidated regional demands.
- Forecasted & Developed long and short-range production plans.
- Managed & communicated allocations & expectations to regional planners.
- Planned, created and maintained manufacturing schedules; tracked and communicated production status; managed shipping forecasts.
- Managed global balancing of production inventory to maximize quarterly revenue targets while meeting customer requirements.
Education
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
Austin Community College
Austin, TX12.2016
Bachelor of Science -
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.1991
Skills
- Project Management
- Trial Team Management
- Appellate Briefing
- Complex Discovery Coordination/Production
- Case Strategy Development
- Pleadings Preparation
- Case analysis / Fact compilation
- Document Management
- Effective Multitasking
- Decision-Making
- Employee Training
- Workload Management
- Case Management
Certification
- Certified Paralegal (CP), National Association of Legal Assistants - 2017
- Advanced Certified Paralegal - Civil Litigation (ACP), National Association of Legal Assistants - 2019
- Advanced Certified Paralegal - Discovery (ACP), Nation Association of Legal Assistants - 2021
Timeline
Civil Litigation Paralegal
City Of Austin Law Department
01.2017 - Current
Litigation Legal Secretary
City Of Austin Law Department
05.2016 - 01.2017
Assistant Librarian / Substitute Librarian
Round Rock ISD
10.2004 - 05.2015
Global Production Planning Manager
Texas Instruments
10.1991 - 11.1998
Certificate in Paralegal Studies
Austin Community College
Bachelor of Science -
Texas Tech University
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