Dyisha Carr
NEW CASTLE,DE
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with proven expertise at Immigration Law Associates, excelling in legal research and document preparation. Adept at managing case files and fostering client relationships, I effectively contributed to successful trial preparations and negotiations, showcasing exceptional writing and conflict mediation skills to enhance case outcomes.
Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to law. Expertly conducts research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Immigration Law Associates Paralegal Intern
01.2017 - 01.2025
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
- Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with [Type] court on schedule to maximize case success.
Paralegal
Franklin County Public Defender’s Office
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Scottsdale, AZ01-2025
Skills
- Case file organization
- Court transcription
- Marital settlement agreements
- Document filing
- Calendar oversight
- Bankruptcy law
- Exceptional writer
- Legal research skills
- Power of attorney
- Database research
- Proofreading
- Conflict mediation
- Legal research
Certification
Paralegal Training - 2024
- Certified Paralegal -2025
Timeline
Paralegal
Immigration Law Associates Paralegal Intern
01.2017 - 01.2025
Paralegal
Franklin County Public Defender’s Office
01.2002 - 01.2017
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
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