Daniel Collins
Virginia Beach,VA
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Insurance Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
- Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
- Maintained accurate records of all insurance transactions using computer software systems.
- Scheduled meetings with prospective clients to discuss available products and services.
- Responded quickly and accurately to inquiries from clients regarding their coverage plans.
- Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
- Engaged customers and provided high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
- Conducted meetings or phone calls with potential clients to present insurance policies and answer questions.
- Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
- Sought out new clients and developed clientele by networking to find new customers.
Ethics and Legal Assistance Paralegal
Dept of the Army
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
10.2010 - 01.2024
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- 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.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure strategies and objectives were aligned and executed efficiently.
- Advised attorneys on probable outcomes of cases based on legal precedents and personal research.
- Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and litigation processes.
- Analyzed and interpreted laws, rulings, and regulations for specific cases.
- Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
- Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
- Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
- Ensured compliance with legal, court, and regulatory requirements by studying existing and new legislation.
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Reviewed and summarized depositions, transcripts, and other legal documents for attorney review.
- Monitored and updated clients on case progress, including significant developments.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Analyzed legal statutes, codes and previous court decisions to determine optimal course of action.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
- Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
American Military University
Charles Town, WV11-2029
Skills
- Client Relations
- Customer Service
- Customer follow-up
- Client Retention
- Client assessment
- Leads Prospecting
- Client Account Management
- New Client Acquisition
- Licensed Insurance Agent
Certification
- Life/Health Insurance - Virginia
Timeline
Insurance Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
10.2023 - 02.2024
Ethics and Legal Assistance Paralegal
Dept of the Army
10.2010 - 01.2024
- Life/Health Insurance - Virginia
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
American Military University