Danielle C. Ascani
Poughkeepsie,NY
Summary
Result driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with a strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Enthusiastically assists attorneys in preparing for trials and legal proceedings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Rutberg & Breslow
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted attorneys in preparing pleadings, discovery and authorizations to send to opposing counsel.
- Prepared, revised and finalized legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals to help attorneys negotiate a settlement in best interest of the client.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with Supreme and Federal court to maximize case success.
- Created medical timelines to outline client's past and present treatment.
Litigation Paralegal
John H. Fisher, P.C.
08.2021 - Current
- Produced legal documents such as Summons and Complaint, Discovery Responses, Various Pleadings and Discovery Demands.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Uploaded data into Trial Works and Smart Advocate for review and pre-processing.
- Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Paralegal
Hastings, Cohan & Walsh
05.2016 - 08.2021
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Customer Service Representative
Marshall & Sterling Insurance
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Met customer call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
- Assisted clients with insurance policies and answered any relevant questions relating to their policy.
- Amended policies with updated information.
- Created new policies for incoming clients.
Education
ABA Certification - Paralegal Studies
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, New York09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
Morrisville, New York05.2013
Skills
- Litigation Review
- File Pleadings
- Legal Jargon Knowledge
- Trial Proceedings
- Organizing and Marking Exhibits for Trial
- Jury Selection
- Subpoena Preparation
- Proficient in Trial Works, Smart Advocate, Lead Docket and NYSCEF
- Document filing with Supreme and Federal Court
Timeline
Paralegal
Rutberg & Breslow
06.2023 - Current
Litigation Paralegal
John H. Fisher, P.C.
08.2021 - Current
Paralegal
Hastings, Cohan & Walsh
05.2016 - 08.2021
Customer Service Representative
Marshall & Sterling Insurance
06.2013 - 05.2016
ABA Certification - Paralegal Studies
Marist College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
SUNY College of Agriculture & Technology At Morrisville
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