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CHRISTINE SWEETLAND

Summary

Professional with strong background in legal support, equipped to handle a variety of tasks in fast-paced environment while consistently maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism. Expertise in legal research, document management, and case preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Focused on achieving results and meeting deadlines. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to problem-solving make for reliable asset.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Hassett | Donnelly, P.C.
08.2018 - Current
  • Reduce attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions and affidavits to support litigation and court proceedings.
  • Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
  • Manage case files, maintaining organization and confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Manage calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Edit and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Ensure compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
  • Conduct background investigations on defendant.
  • Communicate pertinent information to clients, counsel and experts via phone, email, and mail.
  • Promote a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
  • Facilitate timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information.

Paralegal

THE BREGGIA LAW FIRM
09.2016 - 12.2017
  • Preparation of documents such as demands to insurance companies, summons, complaints and answers, subpoenas, as well as discovery
  • Track and maintain discovery, including compliance, deadlines and preparation of necessary motions and/or pleadings
  • Medical record review and analysis
  • Legal research to analyze statutes, precedent and regulations
  • Assist in trial preparation

Paralegal

SMITH & BRINK, PC
11.2008 - 07.2010
  • Assist with, track and maintain discovery process and deadlines
  • Claim review for preparation of Examinations Under Oath
  • Written and verbal communication with clients, opposing counsel and insurance companies
  • Assist in trial preparation

Paralegal

REVEN, REVEN & ST. PIERRE
12.2006 - 11.2008
  • Review, organize and manage Plaintiff personal injury files
  • Extensive legal research
  • Assist attorney with management of numerous Station Nightclub Fire claims

Paralegal

FRANK A. LOMBARDI, ESQ. / THE BREGGIA LAW FIRM
05.2003 - 12.2006
  • Direct involvement in organizational planning, research and commencement of claims and lawsuits
  • Preparation of demands and required documents for ADR matters
  • Manage initial negotiations with insurance companies relative to out of court settlement of personal injury matters

Legal Assistant

MANDELL, SCHWARTZ & BOISCLAIR, LTD
02.1996 - 02.2000
  • Manage Workers’ Compensation files
  • Preparation of Denial & Dismissal or Commutation paperwork
  • Worked as a team with attorneys, administrative assistants and fellow legal assistants

Education

BS -

BRYANT COLLEGE
Smithfield, RI

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Westlaw, ECF/Pacer applications, Salesforce/Litify & LexisNexis Accurint
  • Massachusetts State and Federal Court
  • Rhode Island State and Federal Court
  • Rhode Island Notary Public

Interests

  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
  • Reading
  • Yoga
  • Gardening

Timeline

Paralegal

Hassett | Donnelly, P.C.
08.2018 - Current

Paralegal

THE BREGGIA LAW FIRM
09.2016 - 12.2017

Paralegal

SMITH & BRINK, PC
11.2008 - 07.2010

Paralegal

REVEN, REVEN & ST. PIERRE
12.2006 - 11.2008

Paralegal

FRANK A. LOMBARDI, ESQ. / THE BREGGIA LAW FIRM
05.2003 - 12.2006

Legal Assistant

MANDELL, SCHWARTZ & BOISCLAIR, LTD
02.1996 - 02.2000

BS -

BRYANT COLLEGE

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