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Colleen R. Gembitski

Wilkes-Barre Twp.,PA

Summary

Seeking position as an Administrative Assistant focusing on Client Relations/Customer Service.

Experienced with managing high-volume caseloads, delivering thorough legal research, and ensuring accurate document preparation. Utilizes strong organizational skills to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency. Knowledge of legal procedures and regulations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all tasks.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Paralegal

Dyller & Solomon, LLC
10.2019 - 05.2025
  • Prepared and reviewed legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Trained new hires in firm policies and procedures, facilitating seamless integration into the team.
  • Developed a strong working knowledge of various practice areas, enhancing versatility in assisting attorneys across different cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop trial strategies, contributing to successful case outcomes.
  • Mentored junior paralegals on research techniques and case preparation, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Participated actively in client meetings to provide paralegal support while gaining valuable insights into case strategy discussions.
  • Coordinated deposition scheduling and logistics, ensuring smooth proceedings for all involved parties.
  • Liaised with external stakeholders such as court personnel or opposing counsel to ensure timely exchange of information vital to case progression.
  • Streamlined case management processes by implementing an effective document filing system, improving team efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with court deadlines by meticulously managing schedules and tracking progress of ongoing cases.
  • Managed high volume caseloads efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive client information, upholding the highest ethical standards in legal practice.
  • Established positive relationships with clients through proactive communication and empathetic understanding of their concerns.
  • Served as a reliable point of contact for clients, addressing their concerns with professionalism and discretion.
  • Contributed to successful settlement negotiations by thoroughly analyzing opposing party's strengths and weaknesses.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
  • Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.

Paralegal

Munley Law, PC
10.2015 - 07.2019
  • Maintained electronic and physical files for assigned cases
  • Review assigned files and obtain authorizations, medical records, police reports, insurance information and photos
  • Mailing of correspondence
  • Communicating with insurance adjusters, including settlement negotiations
  • Reviewed, prepared, organized, and summarized case materials
  • Prepared demand packages and negotiated settlements with adjusters
  • Consistent and regular communication with clients

Paralegal

Law Office of Robert A. Gonos, Esq.
09.2008 - 10.2015
  • Provided legal and administrative support to two attorneys
  • Prepared legal documents including, pleadings, petitions, estate planning documents, memoranda and correspondence
  • Recorded and monitored court appearance schedule, pleadings and filing requirements
  • Conducted client interviews
  • Clerical duties
  • Prepared and filed quarterly taxes related to employees
  • Bookkeeping
  • Transcribing dictation

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, Pennsylvania
01.2013

Certificate/Diploma - Medical Transcription/Insurance Billing Specialist

Allied Medical and Technical Institute
01.2009

High School - undefined

GAR Memorial High School
01.2005

Skills

  • Communication skills (orally and written)
  • Research, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Bookkeeping
  • Solid work ethic
  • Organization and planning skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Court filings
  • Document drafting
  • Litigation support
  • Deposition preparation
  • Office administration
  • Client communication
  • Attorney support
  • Evidence analysis
  • Trial preparation assistance
  • Civil law

Timeline

Head Paralegal

Dyller & Solomon, LLC
10.2019 - 05.2025

Paralegal

Munley Law, PC
10.2015 - 07.2019

Paralegal

Law Office of Robert A. Gonos, Esq.
09.2008 - 10.2015

Certificate/Diploma - Medical Transcription/Insurance Billing Specialist

Allied Medical and Technical Institute

High School - undefined

GAR Memorial High School

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

Luzerne County Community College

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