Cassandra Tanner
Liberty,TX
Summary
Focused and dedicated Legal Assistant with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills. Hardworking and reliable with strong ability to handle multiple responsibilities. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Paralegal/Office Manager
Etheridge and Bacon, PLLC
Liberty, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Managed case files and documentation for litigation, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted legal research to support attorneys in case preparation and strategy development.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and court personnel to facilitate case progress.
- Oversaw the filing of documents with relevant courts and administrative agencies to meet deadlines.
- Mentored junior paralegals on best practices in legal research and document management processes.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the paralegal department.
- Trained new employees on company policies and legal standards.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, leading to successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Streamlined the process of obtaining critical information from opposing counsel through effective negotiation techniques.
- Prepared persuasive legal arguments for court hearings, resulting in favorable rulings for clients.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy and consistency, mitigating potential risks for clients involved in transactions or disputes.
- Improved client relationships through clear communication and prompt response to inquiries.
- Mentored junior paralegals, contributing to their professional development and growth.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Michelle Merendino
Liberty, TX
01.2017 - 03.2023
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in civil litigation preparation.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
- Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Oversaw legal team appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Conducted research and analyzed documents to prepare findings and formulate alternatives.
- Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
- Prepared and processed expense reports for reimbursing attorneys.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Ciara B. Tanner
Liberty, TX
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
Office Secretary
Liberty Lakes Club
Liberty, TX
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed office duties, ordered materials, organized workspaces, answered emails and made phone calls.
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
- Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
- Coordinated communications, taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.
- Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
- Created and updated spreadsheets to track and report data.
- Assisted with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
- Received and routed incoming calls and correspondence to promote timely communication.
- Processed documents and materials for dissemination to appropriate parties.
- Directed clients and guests to correct departments, rooms and staff members.
- Managed multiple calendars and contacts using computer software.
- Sent and distributed mail and parcels.
- Transcribed documents and maintained high levels of accuracy.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.
- Scheduled meetings and sent invitations specifying time and location.
Office Secretary
Homedeq
Houston, Texas
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Managed office duties, ordered materials, organized workspaces, answered emails and made phone calls.
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
- Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
- Coordinated communications, taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.
- Greeted visitors and directed to appropriate location or person.
- Created and updated spreadsheets to track and report data.
- Assisted with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
- Ordered office supplies to purchase items and maintain appropriate levels.
- Received and routed incoming calls and correspondence to promote timely communication.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Lee College
Baytown TexasBachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Columbia Southern University
Alabama07-2026
Skills
- Office Management
- MS Office Proficient
- Westlaw and LexisNexis
- Family/Probate and Criminal Law Familiarity
- Correspondence and Legal Forms Drafting
- Complex Problem Solving
- Legal Research
- Case Summaries
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Conflict Resolution
- Calendar Management
- Legal Research and Writing
- Notary public certification
- Team leadership qualities
- Court filing procedures
- Client communication
Timeline
Senior Paralegal/Office Manager
Etheridge and Bacon, PLLC
03.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Michelle Merendino
01.2017 - 03.2023
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Ciara B. Tanner
02.2016 - 01.2017
Office Secretary
Liberty Lakes Club
01.2013 - 01.2015
Office Secretary
Homedeq
01.2010 - 01.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Lee College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice/Psychology
Columbia Southern University