Eric Polen
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Enthusiastic and project-oriented Paralegal offering 8 years of experience in Paralegal Law. Strong understanding of legal language and principles, research methods and court pleadings and processes. Demonstrated attention to detail and adherence to confidentiality and ethical requirements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
REO Paralegal
Aldridge Pite
Atlanta, GA
09.2016 - Current
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Attended administrative hearings to provide viable information and identify additional actions needed.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Prepared compliance and regulatory forms for legal cases and suits.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
Paralegal Manager
Law office of Joseph Schultz
Philadelphia, PA
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Drafted correspondence to clients regarding case status updates or changes in their representation plans.
- Organized client files for efficient retrieval of information during legal proceedings.
- Maintained professional relationships with court personnel including clerks, judges and opposing counsels.
- Negotiated settlements between parties in order to avoid costly litigation costs.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Developed training materials for new paralegals on legal processes and procedures.
- Coordinated attorney schedules, including hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
- Managed workplace productivity and coordination of 10 attorneys, paralegals and other legal personnel.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Managed a team of paralegals to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks.
- Analyzed complex legal issues related to civil litigation matters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA02-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA04-2015
Skills
- Marital Settlement Agreements
- Database Research
- Exceptional Writer
- Legal Research Skills
- Court Transcription
- Proficient in MS Office
- Understands Confidentiality
- Attorney Support
- Records Management
- Litigation Support
- Expertise in Legal Proceedings
- Office Administration
- Legal Analysis
- Risk Management
- Subpoena Coordination
- Legal Compliance
Timeline
REO Paralegal
Aldridge Pite
09.2016 - Current
Paralegal Manager
Law office of Joseph Schultz
02.2012 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Philosophy
Georgia State University
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
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