DEJA SWEENEY
THE HAYMOND LAW FIRM
Waterbury,CT
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-SiteHybrid
Location:
Waterbury, CT
Open to relocation:
Yes
Minimum Desired Compensation
$75000/yr
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPersonal development programsCareer advancementPaid sick leave401k match
21
years of professional experience
Paralegal focused on litigation support, case management, and client communication in personal injury, civil, family, and workers’ compensation matters. Manages e-filing, discovery requests, research, hearings, and scheduling while maintaining accurate records and supporting timely case progression for attorneys and clients.
Work History
Litigation/Personal Injury Paralegal
2 Years 5 Months- Conducted client intakes to gather critical case details and documentation for personal injury claims, ensuring thorough preparation for legal proceedings.
- Managed court filings and served opposing counsel via electronic case management systems and manual processes, facilitating timely case progression.
- Drafted and maintained pleadings, motions, and discovery requests for civil litigation cases.
- Conducted case law research using LexisNexis to support litigation strategy.
- Negotiated medical liens with providers to maximize client settlement recovery.
- Handled workers' compensation filings and attended hearings to support case development and advocate for client interests.
- Managed client communication, responding to inquiries and coordinating case updates with the attorney.
- Scheduled meetings and appointments for the attorney.
Litigation/Personal Injury Paralegal
1 Year- Drafted and maintained pleadings, motions, and discovery requests for civil litigation cases.
- Coordinated court filings and service to opposing counsel through electronic case management systems and manual processes, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
- Conducted case law research using Westlaw and LexisNexis to support litigation strategy.
- Facilitated client communication by responding to inquiries and providing case updates to the attorney, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Organized meetings and appointments for the attorney, optimizing time management and workflow.
Legal Practice Assistant (Temporary)
3 Months- Managed attorneys’ calendars, meetings, and deadlines within law firm practice groups.
- Prepared client correspondence, legal documents, and meeting materials for Shipman Goodwin attorneys.
- Streamlined document workflows and organized case files using iManage DMS for multi-practice litigation teams.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, conference logistics, and appointment scheduling for busy legal teams.
Law Clerk
6 Months- Promoted from Paralegal to Law Clerk
- Managed case calendar and drafted family law documents, including divorce petitions, child support motions, and custody filings, to ensure timely progression of cases.
- Conducted legal research using Westlaw to support family law motions and memoranda, enhancing legal arguments presented in court.
- Conducted client intakes for family law matters, documenting case details and conflict checks.
- Filed court documents electronically and manually to ensure compliance with New York family court procedures and maintain case integrity.
- Notified clients and relevant parties about case updates, answered phones, and performed secretarial and clerical duties.
Paralegal
1 Year 4 Months- Drafted purchase agreements and assisted attorney in negotiating contracts for real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Conducted real estate closings for buyers, sellers, and lenders, facilitating smooth transaction processes.
- Reviewed title reports to identify liens and encumbrances prior to closing.
- Drafted loan documents and security agreements for hard money lending transactions.
- Distributed important notices to relevant parties promptly, managed phone communications, and performed clerical tasks.
Law Clerk
11 Years- Managed case calendar and drafted family law memoranda, motions, and pleadings.
- Conducted case law research using legal databases to support family court filings.
- Conducted client intakes for divorce, custody, and child support cases, facilitating effective communication and understanding of client needs.
- Filed pleadings and motions with New York family courts using electronic and manual filing systems.
- Distributed legal notices to clients and opposing parties, ensuring compliance with deadlines while managing phone inquiries and performing clerical duties.
- Advanced from intern to paralegal, enhancing legal skills and knowledge.
Education
Juris Doctor
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Skills
Legal Research & Case Management: Westlaw
LexisNexis
Bloomberg Law
Legal analysis
discovery process
Personal Injury Litigation
Litigation Support: court e-filing systems
document management
pleadings preparation
civil litigation
document drafting
Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite (Word
Excel
Outlook)
Asana
case calendar management
Intake management
Aderant TotalOffice
Status updates
Discovery process
Personal Information
Title: Senior Paralegal | Litigation Support, Case Management, Legal Research
Timeline
Litigation/Personal Injury Paralegal
THE HAYMOND LAW FIRM
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Litigation/Personal Injury Paralegal
ARCH LAW GROUP LLP
05.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Legal Practice Assistant (Temporary)
SHIPMAN & GOODWIN LLP
01.2023 - 04.2023Read More
Law Clerk
RONALD PAUL HART, ESQ
02.2021 - 08.2021Read More
Paralegal
THE ROSSO LAW FIRM, PC
03.2019 - 07.2020Read More
Law Clerk
RONALD PAUL HART, ESQ
05.2005 - 05.2016Read More
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY COOLEY LAW SCHOOL
Juris Doctor
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COLLEGE OF STATEN ISLAND
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
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