CATHLINE MADISON
Chicago,IL
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Evans and Dixon Attorney At Law
St. Louis, MO
02.2024 - Current
- Coordinate with attorneys to organize exhibits, prepare discovery responses, and draft correspondence to opposing counsel and clients.
- Perform legal research for cases and maintain confidential client documentation.
- Provide support for drafting and reviewing legal documents, gaining valuable experience in legal procedures and document preparation.
- Manage trial preparation and assist attorneys in over 150 civil litigation cases.
- Assisted in depositions and handled document production, maintaining court calendars.
- Coordinated e-filing of motions and pleadings with county and state courts.
- Created timelines, case summaries, and medical summaries for attorney review.
- Assisted in managing commercial purchase agreements, lease negotiations, and due diligence for property value.
- Coordinated with title companies and clients to ensure clear ownership and smooth closings.
- Prepared closing binders, drafted contracts, and maintained a real estate document database.
- Supported the attorney in managing M&A transactions, drafting board resolutions, and preparing SEC regulatory filings, and prepared and filed 501 nonprofit.
- Maintained minute books and assisted in annual report filings.
- Prepare discovery requests, file motions, and draft pretrial documents.
- Summarized police reports, managed case files, and supported attorneys.
- Coordinate subpoenas and communicate with expert witnesses.
- Support attorneys through all stages of litigation.
- Review and summarize medical records, draft settlement demands, and assist with trial preparation.
Paralegal Remote Contract
Edward L. Weiss Attorney At Law
St. Louis, MO
03.2022 - Current
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain a smooth flow of firm operations, ensuring timely case progression.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy, reducing errors in filings.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into the company database, improving data accuracy.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers and providing documentation and information for discovery requests, expediting case preparation.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings to support attorneys in litigation.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule, enhancing team efficiency.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings, contributing to successful trial outcomes.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents, and other material to provide attorneys with relevant case material, streamlining case review.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail, ensuring clients remained informed.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos, improving the quality of legal correspondence.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and appeals to support case filings.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes to inform case strategies.
- Reviewed, edited, and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation, maintaining high document standards.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports, facilitating trial preparation.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions, supporting case presentations.
- Conducted background investigations on the defendant, aiding in case development.
- Reviewed the Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcy documents to ensure legal compliance.
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day, delivering prompt client service.
Paralegal Specialist Remote Contract
Small Business Administration
Washington, DC
07.2017 - 06.2023
- Investigated claims and prepared processing documentation, expediting claim resolution.
- Managed documents such as wills, separation degrees, and power of attorney, ensuring legal compliance.
- Prepared and filed non-judicial punishment and other legal documents, supporting case management.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy, reducing filing errors.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents, and other material to provide attorneys with relevant case material, improving case preparation.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain a smooth flow of firm operations, ensuring timely case handling.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates, enhancing communication.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases, improving client relations.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into the company database, increasing data accuracy.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers and providing documentation and information for discovery requests, supporting litigation efforts.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule, promoting team collaboration.
- Analyzed evidence gathering and presentation, client counseling, and jury selection methods processes for civil litigation, contributing to trial strategy.
Paralegal Remote Contract
Fernandez Elder Law
St. Louis, MO
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed all business and legal correspondence, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date tracking spreadsheets for each case, improving case management efficiency.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain a smooth flow of firm operations, supporting timely filings.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy, reducing document errors.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into the company database, enhancing data integrity.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule, fostering teamwork.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings to support attorneys in litigation.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers and providing documentation and information for discovery requests, expediting case preparation.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings, contributing to favorable outcomes.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents, and other material to provide attorneys with relevant case material, streamlining case review.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail, ensuring clients remained informed.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss the progress of cases, improving client engagement.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos, enhancing the quality of legal documents.
- Reviewed, edited, and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation, maintaining high standards.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, and appeals to support case filings.
- Reviewed the Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcy documents to ensure legal compliance.
- Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients, contributing to firm growth.
- Draft immigration forms and support asylum and green card cases from intake to filing.
- Maintained communication with USCIS and ensured timely submission of supporting documentation.
- Prepared I-130, I-485, and I-765, B-1, B-2, F-1, J-1, H-1B, O-1.
- Monitored application progress and responded to client and agency inquiries.
- Performed legal research and created client support documents.
Paralegal Remote Contract
Berger Attorneys At Law
St. Louis, MO
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal documents, including contracts and pleadings, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Managed case files, organized evidence, and prepared exhibits for trials, resulting in improved efficiency and access to critical information.
- Coordinated with external parties, such as experts and witnesses, to ensure smooth case progression and timely responses.
- Contributed to the preparation of trial strategy by analyzing evidence and identifying potential strengths, supporting successful outcomes.
Paralegal Remote Temp
Onder Law Firm's
St. Louis, MO
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Supported attorneys in insurance defense cases, focusing on research, discovery, and document management to strengthen case arguments.
- Managed and responded to discovery requests within strict deadlines, assisting in the development of case strategies and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Conducted legal research on insurance policies, coverage issues, and applicable laws to provide valuable insights to attorneys.
- Drafted and proofread legal correspondence, motions, and briefs for submission to courts, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained electronic and physical case files, ensuring accurate and organized documentation for efficient retrieval.
- Prepared deposition summaries and assisted in witness preparation, resulting in effective case presentations.
Timeline
Paralegal
Evans and Dixon Attorney At Law
02.2024 - Current
Paralegal Remote Contract
Edward L. Weiss Attorney At Law
03.2022 - Current
Paralegal Remote Contract
Berger Attorneys At Law
08.2021 - 03.2022
Paralegal Remote Contract
Fernandez Elder Law
01.2021 - 03.2023
Paralegal Remote Temp
Onder Law Firm's
10.2019 - 04.2020
Paralegal Specialist Remote Contract
Small Business Administration
07.2017 - 06.2023