Donna M McCann
Bradford,VT
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Polished Paralegal well-versed in drafting briefs, legal memorandums, motions and correspondence. Collaborative team player comfortable working independently and accepting high degree of unsupervised responsibility. Recognized for quickly mastering new challenges and working well under pressure.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Cullenberg & Tensen, PLLC
Lebanon, NH
01.2000 - 12.2022
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Interpreted various types of legal documents including contracts and agreements.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Participated in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
- Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
- Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
- Reviewed and summarized depositions, transcripts, and other legal documents for attorney review.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Monitored and updated clients on case progress, including significant developments.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Assisted in settlement negotiations and mediation preparations.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
- Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
- Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Assisted attorneys in court by managing exhibits, taking notes, and ensuring all necessary materials were available.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Drafted legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
- Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
Education
Associate of Arts - Legal Secretary
Castle Jr College
Windham, OH01-1976
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Calm Under Pressure
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Problem Resolution
- Organization
- Planning
- Time Management
Affiliations
- Volunteering at various non-profit organizations
- Fundraising at various non-profit organizations
- Gardening
- Baking
- Crocheting
Certification
- Commissioner of Deeds for the State of New Hampshire
Volunteer
- I have volunteer at various non-profit organizations throughout my life. These included a state-of-the-art Senior Citizens Center where I also did fundraising along with mentoring others on the need for community volunteer work.
- I was quite involved in the Episcopal Church as a youth group advisor, Sunday school teacher, member of the Vestry and participated in many social gatherings to raise money which included dances, talent shows and dinners.
Timeline
Paralegal
Cullenberg & Tensen, PLLC
01.2000 - 12.2022
Associate of Arts - Legal Secretary
Castle Jr College
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