Trusted Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote Law Firm
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2004 - Current
Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs for experts.
Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
Maintained client files according to established protocols.
Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
Staff Writer
McKeesport Daily News
McKeesport, PA
11.2003 - 09.2004
Covered breaking news stories.
Covered council meetings among various municipalities within our circulation area.
Occasional coverage of legal proceedings, including coroner inquests.
Conducted interviews with various newsworthy figures in and around Western Pennsylvania.
Collaborated with other news reporters on major stories.
Participated in brainstorming sessions with creative team to generate original concepts for Opinions and Lifestyles.
Maintained detailed records of work completed and submitted articles on time.
Reviewed published pieces regularly to identify areas needing improvement or refinement.
Pre-closer/Personnel Assistant- at JILL ELLIOTT ATTORNEY AT LAW (DBA) CAMPBELL & BRONNON LAW FIRMPre-closer/Personnel Assistant- at JILL ELLIOTT ATTORNEY AT LAW (DBA) CAMPBELL & BRONNON LAW FIRM