Domonic Mitchell
Syracuse
Summary
Dynamic paralegal supervisor with a proven track record at 1st Brigade Legal Team, enhancing team skills through targeted education initiatives. Expert in legal research and document drafting, I successfully reduced case backlog while fostering strong client relationships. Adept at evidence analysis and mentoring, I drive positive outcomes in high-stakes legal environments.
Developed leadership and organizational skills in a demanding legal environment, looking to transition into a new but similar field. Demonstrates strong abilities in team management and process optimization, consistently ensuring high-quality output. Ready to bring a wealth of transferable skills to a new and challenging role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Supervisor /Specialist
1st Brigade Legal Team
03.2025 - Current
- Spearheaded continuing education initiatives for the paralegal team, enhancing overall skill sets and industry knowledge.
- Developed comprehensive case strategies with attorney input, contributing to higher success rates in court proceedings.
- Reduced case backlog by prioritizing high-impact cases and delegating tasks to appropriate team members.
- Facilitated productive meetings between attorneys and clients by organizing schedules, agendas, and necessary materials ahead of time.
- Coordinated with expert witnesses to gather crucial evidence for trials, strengthening the legal team's arguments in court proceedings.
- Acted as a trusted liaison between attorneys, clients, and other legal professionals, maintaining strong working relationships that contributed to overall office success.
- Mentored junior paralegals, developing their skills through hands-on training and constructive feedback.
Legal Representative
10th Combat Aviation Brigade
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and protection of client interests.
- Acted as the Sole Legal representative for two United States organizations, as well as multiple partnering nations.
- Provided legal assistance and notary services for over 60+ clients, as well as providing researched guidance to over seven senior managers in conflict and hazardous conditions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies for challenging cases, leveraging collective expertise to achieve desired results.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations to provide accurate counsel to clients at all times.
- Conducted thorough legal research for complex cases, resulting in more informed decision-making and positive outcomes.
Paralegal Specialist
10th Combat Aviation Brigade
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Prepared comprehensive trial materials, ensuring cases were well-prepared for court proceedings.
- Supported attorneys during trials by organizing exhibits, taking notes on witness testimony, and coordinating logistics in the courtroom.
- Investigated claims and prepared processing documentation.
- Supported family law proceedings by managing documents such as separation decrees and powers of attorney.
- Prepared and filed non-judicial punishment and other legal documents for the military justice system.
- Facilitated efficient trial preparation by creating detailed witness lists, exhibit lists, and deposition summaries for attorneys' review.
- Collaborated with attorneys to successfully prepare clients for depositions, mediation sessions, and court appearances.
Education
GED -
Summit Highschool
Bend, OR01-2020
Skills
- Proofreading expertise
- File organization
- Office administration
- Notary public
- Evidence analysis
- Risk management
- Witness interviewing
- Exceptional writer
- Policy research
- Power of attorney
- Client communication
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Document drafting
Accomplishments
- Supported more than 15 high-profile criminal defense attorneys.
- Promoted to Senior Paralegal after two years of employment.
- Assisted as the lead Paralegal for over eight court cases in less than one year
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Completed a month-long leadership course that led to excellent knowledge of different leadership styles.
Timeline
Paralegal Supervisor /Specialist
1st Brigade Legal Team
03.2025 - Current
Legal Representative
10th Combat Aviation Brigade
06.2024 - 02.2025
Paralegal Specialist
10th Combat Aviation Brigade
08.2022 - 05.2024
GED -
Summit Highschool
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