EMME WHITEHEAD
Melick & Porter, LLP
South Hamilton,MA
10
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented litigation paralegal with experience supporting attorneys in complex civil litigation and employment law matters across Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. Experience includes Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) matters, as well as employment-related matters in Maine and New Hampshire. Skilled in legal research, drafting pleadings and discovery, document review and management, client correspondence, case organization, and preparation of materials for hearings and other proceedings. Strong background in managing detailed records, coordinating deadlines, and communicating with attorneys, clients, experts, and other professionals. Boston University Certificate in Paralegal Studies and currently pursuing an MBA at Salem State University. Seeking to apply strong legal, organizational, research, and document-management skills to a patent and intellectual property practice.
Skills
Civil Litigation & Employment Law Support
MCAD Matters
Legal Research & Case Law Analysis
Legal Drafting & Professional Correspondence
Discovery Drafting & Review
Document Review & Management
Case File Organization
Deadline & Matter Management
Pleadings & Hearing Preparation
Exhibit & Evidence Organization
Client & Attorney Communication
Records Collection & Analysis
Proofreading & Quality Control
Confidential Information Management
Multi-Jurisdictional Litigation Support
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Worldox
Adobe Photoshop
Canva
Tabs3
Netdocuments
Constant Contact
ZogoTech
Drafting pleadings
Court filings
Case analysis
Document preparation
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
1 Year 6 Months- Support partners and associates in civil litigation and employment law matters in Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire.
- Assisted with employment law matters before Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) by organizing case materials, reviewing records, preparing written submissions, and coordinating documentation to support case outcomes.
- Drafted discovery requests and responses, pleadings, motions, and correspondence, ensuring thorough client reports and case memoranda to facilitate litigation.
- Review, analyze, organize, and summarize discovery, medical records, employment records, investigative materials, and other case documentation.
- Conduct legal research regarding statutes, regulations, procedural requirements, and relevant case law.
- Prepared and organized exhibits, evidence, and supporting documentation for hearings, depositions, and proceedings to enhance case presentation.
- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, experts, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and third parties regarding case-related matters.
- Assist clients with gathering information and preparing responses to written discovery.
- Obtain, review, and organize records and other evidence from clients, medical providers, experts, governmental agencies, employers, and other sources.
- Assist attorneys with case preparation from initial investigation through discovery, depositions, administrative proceedings, hearings, settlement, and other stages of litigation.
- Work independently across a high-volume caseload while managing competing deadlines and maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
Administrative Clerk, Corporate & Professional Education
1 Year 4 Months- Organized and maintained student, course, registration, and program data to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
- Analyzed and presented registration and marketing data to inform departmental strategies and decision-making.
- Communicated with students, workforce development partners, MassHire representatives, and third-party organizations.
- Facilitated communication with students, workforce development partners, MassHire representatives, and third-party organizations to support collaborative initiatives.
- Developed written materials, digital processes, and internal procedures to improve departmental operations.
- Supported multiple projects and priorities requiring accuracy, organization, and deadline management.
Marketing & Public Relations Intern
3 Months- Researched, drafted, and edited written and digital communications to enhance audience engagement.
- Developed and managed branding campaign, creating compelling social media content to increase brand visibility.
- Conducted focus group research to gather insights and assisted with public outreach initiatives to support community engagement.
- Researched, drafted, and edited written and digital communications.
Legal Secretary & Bookkeeper
5 Years 2 Months- Provided administrative and legal support to attorneys in a law firm environment.
- Assisted Partner Seth Hochbaum with correspondence, document preparation, and file organization to streamline daily administrative operations.
- Assisted Partner Seth Hochbaum with correspondence, document preparation, file organization, and day-to-day administrative matters.
- Maintained and organized electronic and physical legal files using Worldox document management software.
- Managed multiple administrative priorities and maintained detailed financial and legal records.
- Coordinated multiple administrative priorities while maintaining accurate financial and legal records to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Leveraged Microsoft Word and office technology to enhance support for attorneys and optimize firm operations.
Education
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Coursework included Litigation, Business Law, Real Estate Law, and Probate & Family Law.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- In Progress
- Expected May 2027
Bachelor of Science - Media & Communications, Public Relations Concentration, Minor: Film
- Summa Cum Laude
- Member, Lambda Pi Eta, National Communication Association Honor Society
- Executive Board Member, Phi Sigma Sigma, Iota Pi Chapter
- Coursework included communication research methods, professional writing, media literacy, and public relations writing.
- GPA: 3.9
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Melick & Porter, LLP
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Administrative Clerk, Corporate & Professional Education
North Shore Community College
10.2023 - 02.2025Read More
Marketing & Public Relations Intern
The Borgen Project
01.2023 - 04.2023Read More
Legal Secretary & Bookkeeper
Regnante Sterio LLP
06.2016 - 08.2021Read More
Salem State University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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Salem State University
Bachelor of Science from Media & Communications, Public Relations Concentration, Minor: Film
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Boston University
Certificate from Paralegal Studies
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