Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Law Offices Of Edward Holtz
Berkeley/Sacramento , CA
01.2016 - Current
- Identifying relevant legal articles and statutes for legal proceedings using Westlaw and law library.
- Interviewing clients to obtain general and case specific information.
- Reviewing, editing and proofreading litigation documents for proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation under pressure of deadlines..
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
- Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
- Attending court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
