Ellen Willming
Jarrell,Texas
Summary
Accomplished Paralegal Specialist with a proven track record at the Texas Military Department, adept in legal research and case management. Skilled in navigating federal and state codes, enhancing legal processes, and fostering client relations through effective communication. Holds a Texas Notary Public certification, demonstrating a strong blend of analytical and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Specialist
Texas Military Department
09.2023 - Current
- Provides ancillary legal work to the state SJA and other assigned Army National Guard (ARNG) and Air National Guard (ANG) attorneys servicing the Texas National Guard’s caseload.
- Conducts legal research on federal and state/territory codes, regulations, policies, procedures, case law, legal and administrative decisions, and opinions; summarizes findings to aid staff attorneys in case or project resolution.
- Reviews Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
requests and analyzes specific criteria, conducts required research for the information requested, and coordinates with the organization’s functional managers to release appropriate information. - Provides research, analysis, guidance, and support to non-judicial punishment, administrative boards, and other legal actions and administrative processes.
Paralegal Specialist
Texas Military Department (Operation Lone Star)
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Researched a variety of legal subjects, which include: Federal and state/territory code and legislative proposals or intent; military justice and status issues for State Active Duty members; claims; labor relations; administrative actions; contractual agreements; ethics; environmental concerns; legal assistance; and a wide variety of miscellaneous legal issues.
- Interviewed clients and potential witnesses; collected and organized pertinent factual and research material to build case files; and prepared and organized exhibits.
- Provided assistance to serviced units concerning the administrative preparation, coordination, and implementation of documents regarding military justice.
- Drafted and edited non-legal memoranda, research reports, and correspondence relating to cases; maintained case files and identified and corrected file deficiencies or discrepancies.
Human Resources Coordinator
Ottobock
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Implemented training programs to enhance employee skillsets, driving productivity improvements across the organization.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate the hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Worked with managers, supervisors, and employees to prevent and resolve problems and to build constructive relationships in the work environment.
Paralegal Specialist
Texas Army National Guard
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Composed, prepared, and ensured the accuracy of various legal or legislative documents.
- Provided assistance to serviced units concerning the administrative preparation, coordination, and implementation of documents regarding military justice.
- Assisted with separation board proceedings and duty determinations.
- Prepared and filed non-judicial punishment and other legal documents for military justice system.
Education
High School Diploma -
Turlock High School
Turlock, CA05.2015
Skills
- Litigation Support
- Effective Communicator
- Texas Notary Public
- Proficient in MS Office
Awards
- Army Commendation Medal, 2nd Award (2021)
- Army Commendation Medal, 1st Award (2020)
- Army Achievement Medal (2021)
- Texas Outstanding Service Medal (2024)
- Texas Medal of Merit (2019)
Timeline
Paralegal Specialist
Texas Military Department
09.2023 - Current
Paralegal Specialist
Texas Military Department (Operation Lone Star)
09.2022 - 09.2023
Human Resources Coordinator
Ottobock
11.2021 - 09.2023
Paralegal Specialist
Texas Army National Guard
10.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Turlock High School
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