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Colleen Fletcher

Paralegal In Social Science Degree
South Easton,MA

Summary

I am a dedicated legal professional with over 20 years of experience supporting attorneys in various capacities, demonstrating a strong understanding of legal principles and procedures. A driven paralegal adept at thriving in high-stress environments characterized by constant change and ambiguity, consistently executing tasks with precision and accuracy. Expertise aligns seamlessly with the requirements sought by the firm, promising valuable contributions and collaboration. Eager to leverage skills to enhance team success and drive impactful results within the legal landscape.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Remote Paralegal

Law Office of John Pavlos
06.2023 - Current
  • Remote Paralegal as needed – June to Presently working doing Personal Injury Civil Litigation.
  • I am doing Complaint Filing, Summonses, Interrogatories, Production of Documents, making sure all Medical Records and Medical Bills have been received and create a Demand Package filing suit etc.

Remote Paralegal

Law Office Of Patrick Bull
04.2021 - Current
  • Remote Paralegal as needed- April 2021 to Present
  • All Administration duties scan, fax, phone, personal injury litigation. Rule 34, claims for Discovery, Arbitration, Mediation, Billable Hours, constant contact with firm, s partner's, staff, client's, emailing, scanning, faxing, downloading pdf files, calendaring for production of work flow in a timely fashion. Skill set with outlook, and steady phone contact with Insurance Companies to meet crucial deadlines to set up Depositions to resolve issues quickly prior to Trial.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.

Paralegal

James Devlin, Esq.
05.2015 - 03.2020
  • Paralegal – May 2015 – March 2020
  • All Administration duties scan, fax, phone, personal injury litigation. Rule 34, claims for Discovery, Arbitration, Mediation, Billable Hours, constant contact with firm, s partner's, staff, client's, emailing, scanning, faxing, downloading pdf files, calendaring for production of work flow in a timely fashion, Skill set with outlook, and steady phone contact with Insurance Companies to meet crucial deadlines to set up Depositions to resolve issues quickly prior to Trial.

Paralegal

Fernando Cunha, Esquire
04.2012 - 04.2015
  • Paralegal - April 2012 to April 2015
  • Performed all foreclosure research through Final Decree, Performed tax lien research prior to filing.
  • Responsibilities included filing, typing, along with daily secretarial duties, Researched Soldiers and Sailors and Guardian Ad Litem information regarding pending matters, Daily contact with clients
  • Daily contact with Accessors Department and Tax Department
  • Daily contact with constables via telephone and in person.

Legal Corporate Operations Specialist

CT Corporation
01.2008 - 04.2011
  • Legal Corporate Operations Specialist
  • Responsibilities included filing Business Entities, Requested Good Standing, UCC Filings and City of Boston filings Dissolutions, Qualifications, Domestic and Foreign filings, Pulled copies at the Secretary of State of Annual Reports.
  • Authentications, Apostilles, Electronic Service of Process.
  • Responsibilities including preparing for payment checks for receiving process from federal agents, constables, etc.
  • Scanned, faxed and uploaded documents.
  • Responsible for managing time related projects along with correspondence and document preparation
  • Performed Outlook and WordPerfect, Team Leadership certified, and Credo Certified.

Legal Secretary/Personal Injury

Gerald Noonan, Esquire & John F. Whiteside, Esquire
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Legal Secretary/Personal Injury - 2006 to 2007
  • Responsibilities included performing intakes with clients, Prepared letters of representation, Obtained claim number for insurance companies, Filed out PIP Applications, Prepared correspondence to clients, Sent and received correspondence to and from other parties as required, Performed Tickler system/calendar charts, Requested medical records, and medical bills, Requested police reports, Followed up regarding client medical treatment, Performed lost wage documentation, sending and receiving checks, Corresponded with DOR Obtained health insurance information, Legal Secretary

Paralegal

Keches & Mallen Attorneys, P.C
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Paralegal - 2004 to 2006
  • Responsibilities included answering telephones, Daily contact with insurance adjusters, Obtained claim numbers from insurance companies. Filled out PIP Applications, Corresponded with clients, Organized tickler system and calendar charts, Requested medical records, medical bills and police reports, Followed up regarding client medical treatments, Organized information for lost wages Responsible for sending and receiving payments, Prepared demand packages to insurance companies, Performed title orders, title insurance and scheduled closings. Requested pay-offs, municipal liens and contacted Assessor's office, Performed Outlook, attaching files and memorandums. Legal Secretary

Paralegal

Wynn & Wynn Attorneys, P.C
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Paralegal - 2001 to 2004
  • Pre-Closing Responsibilities: Real Estate Title Orders, Title Commitments, Payoffs/Hazard Binders Obtained Municipal Liens, Wired instructions, Faxed documents to receive CTC Performed scheduling, Worked directly with brokers and lenders, Prepared Puffin, Lead and Mechanic Lien, with A.B.C. Conveyancing. Post-Closing, Responsibilities: Tax letters/Recording discharges, Recorded mortgages, Sent proceeds to borrowers/sellers, Title Insurance policy, Owners Insurance Policy, Title Notes, Deposits, Performed back title searches, Received information on probate matters and bankruptcy.

Education

Associates - Social Science Paralegal Studies

Fisher College
N Attleboro, MA
01.2001

Graduated High School - undefined

West Roxbury High School
West Roxbury, MA
01.1994

Skills

Outlook, Excel, Word Perfect Office, Time Slips, Quicken, Abacus, Pacer, Calendaring, Credo, Certified, My Case Team Leadership Certified, excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to work independently as well as within a group

Awards

Dean's List

Timeline

Remote Paralegal

Law Office of John Pavlos
06.2023 - Current

Remote Paralegal

Law Office Of Patrick Bull
04.2021 - Current

Paralegal

James Devlin, Esq.
05.2015 - 03.2020

Paralegal

Fernando Cunha, Esquire
04.2012 - 04.2015

Legal Corporate Operations Specialist

CT Corporation
01.2008 - 04.2011

Legal Secretary/Personal Injury

Gerald Noonan, Esquire & John F. Whiteside, Esquire
01.2006 - 01.2007

Paralegal

Keches & Mallen Attorneys, P.C
01.2004 - 01.2006

Paralegal

Wynn & Wynn Attorneys, P.C
01.2001 - 01.2004

Graduated High School - undefined

West Roxbury High School

Associates - Social Science Paralegal Studies

Fisher College

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