Diamond A. Jordan
Atlanta,GA
Summary
I am a dynamic and skilled legal professional with a strong foundation in legal operations, procedural matters, and document drafting. I am recognized for my work ethic, operational skills, and the ability to efficiently manage high-volume and complex legal matters while maintaining meticulous records. I excel at streamlining operations, adapting to shifting priorities, and managing diverse tasks with a results-driven approach. I am valued for my reliability, precision, and commitment to a high-quality work product.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal/Office Manager
Sarah M. Timmers, Esquire
06.2023 - Current
- Manage and organize high volume criminal defense, post-conviction and appellate matters (Cobb County Circuit Defender and SDGa)
- Draft, preparing, and proofreading of legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery demands, engagement letters, client intake procedures
- Tracking, entering, and invoicing billable hours to clients and the circuit defender
- Participating in CLE's for criminal defense and consumer protection matters
- Managing and coordinating attorney schedules
- Primary contact for the phone and clients, schedule consultations, and facilitate communication within the firm
- Expand the firm's consumer protection practice through creating and streamlining procedures, client intakes, branding and marketing strategies, and billing systems
- Legal research using Casetext and some Westlaw
- Preparation and organization for trial and appellate matters
- Notarize documents as needed
- Utilize PACER, Odyssey, PeachCourt and other legal databases for filing, case management, and docket review
- Design and implement of new administrative systems to digitize files and enhance virtual office efficiency
Paralegal
Charles Ford, Esquire
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Legal research for sports and entertainment matters providing notes, drafts, and analysis for attorney
- Drafted contracts and various agreements, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with the scope of work and legal standards
- Maintained effective communication with clients and probate matters as requested to facilitate smooth proceedings
Director of A&R Administration
Hot Producers Only, LLC
01.2020 - 02.2024
- Manage new client intake and maintain ongoing client relationships, ensuring seamless onboarding and communication.
- Review, analyze, and negotiate producer agreements and synchronization licenses for new placements, ensuring compliance with legal and industry standards.
- Develop and implement structured procedures for organizing and tracking agreements and client files, including fully executed contracts, certificates of completion, letters of direction (LODs), and invoices, to improve efficiency and accuracy in document management.
Receptionist/Legal Intern
Talley Richardson and Cable, P.A.
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Supported office manager by executing all overflow tasks assigned and actively contributing to a positive and collaborative office culture
- Cross trained by office manager, paralegals, attorneys, and real estate support staff to support the firm, the real estate department and maintain the firm's filing system
- Assisted and coverage of the real estate pre-closing, closing and post-closing departments by conducting pre-closing procedures, assisting closing paralegal, and breaking down and organizing closed files to ensure accuracy and maintain filing system
- Managed office communications via multi-line phone systems, Outlook and provided customer service to walk-ins and appointments
- Trained and mentored incoming interns, fostering a supportive team environment and enhancing office overall efficiency
- Drafted and prepared legal property descriptions with precision as requested and supervised by attorneys
- Performed daily administrative duties, including inventory management and file management
Education
Paralegal Certification -
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
05.2020
Skills
- Litigation Support
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Operational & Administrative Management
- Program & Project Management
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Brand Management and Marketing
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Notary Public
- Customer Service
- Legal Research
- Typing & Document Proofreading/Drafting
- Proficient in Microsoft 365
- File, Records, and Case Management
Recent Training
- NACA/NCLC Consumer Law Education Event Series, Atlanta, GA, 2024
- Trademark Basics Boot Camp Modules 1-7, 2024
Certification
Paralegal Certificated
Notary Public
Timeline
Paralegal
Charles Ford, Esquire
03.2024 - 05.2024
Paralegal/Office Manager
Sarah M. Timmers, Esquire
06.2023 - Current
Director of A&R Administration
Hot Producers Only, LLC
01.2020 - 02.2024
Receptionist/Legal Intern
Talley Richardson and Cable, P.A.
06.2016 - 12.2020
Paralegal Certification -
Emory University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
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