Vera Leal
Ellabell,GA
Summary
Dedicated legal professional with over five years of experience in managing case files, drafting, preparing exhibits for trial, and facilitating communication between attorneys and clients. Proven ability to streamline processes and improve compliance, contributing to successful case outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Chatham County, Georgia
Savannah, GA
06.2025 - Current
- Managed case files and legal documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with court requirements.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials by organizing relevant materials.
- Utilized Tracker software to track deadlines and manage case progress effectively.
- Coordinated communication between attorneys and external parties.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings.
Lead Paralegal and Office Manager
Howell Law Group, LLC
Statesboro, GA
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed case files and documentation for litigation processes.
- Coordinated communication between attorneys, clients, and third parties.
- Conducted legal research and summarized findings for case preparation.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Trained junior paralegals on procedural standards and best practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in case management.
- Oversaw scheduling of court appearances and client meetings effectively.
- Implemented electronic filing systems to improve document retrieval and organization.
- Supported successful case results with thorough investigations into facts, evidence, and legal precedents.
- Facilitated seamless trial preparation through the management of exhibits, witness coordination, and logistical arrangements.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing empathetic support during difficult situations.
- Coordinated office operations, ensuring seamless workflow and communication among departments.
Paralegal
Hall and Navarro
Springfield, GA
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and ensure accuracy of documents
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including pleadings and discovery requests
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by organizing evidence and preparing exhibits
- Managed case files and maintained accurate records for efficient workflow
- Liaised with clients to gather information and provide updates on case progress
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
Savannah, GA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Drafted and filed various legal documents, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
- Managed discovery processes, including document review and organization for litigation cases.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by compiling exhibits and preparing trial binders.
- Coordinated communication between clients, witnesses, and expert witnesses to streamline case progression.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in case management workflows.
- Trained junior paralegals on best practices for legal document preparation and filing procedures.
- Monitored case timelines to ensure adherence to critical deadlines and deliverables.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats.
- Supported attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed.
Legal Assistant
Boyd and Jenerette
Savannah, GA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Organized legal documents for court filings and client meetings.
- Managed attorney calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings efficiently.
- Drafted correspondence and maintained communication with clients, ensuring timely responses.
- Tracked billable hours and uploaded attorney hours into case management software for the billing department.
- Maintained filing systems for case documents, enhancing retrieval efficiency and accuracy.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
National Paralegal College
Phoenix, AZ06-2020
Skills
- Court filing: Pacer, Odyssey, and PeachCourt
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
- Office administration
- Document drafting
- Notary public
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Chatham County, Georgia
06.2025 - Current
Lead Paralegal and Office Manager
Howell Law Group, LLC
06.2023 - 05.2025
Paralegal
Hall and Navarro
06.2022 - 05.2023
Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
08.2021 - 06.2022
Legal Assistant
Boyd and Jenerette
01.2021 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
National Paralegal College