Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Erika Boehmer

New Orleans,LA

Summary

Litigation Paralegal with more than 10 years in plaintiff and defense litigation firms, managing complex litigation, mass tort, and product liability disputes from inception through resolution.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Paralegal

Self-employed
New Orleans, Louisiana
11.2017 - Current

Conducted investigations to locate oil and gas interests throughout Louisiana and prepared documents affecting transfer of interests for filing in appropriate parishes. Reviewed documentation supporting personal injury claims asserted by parties. Reviewed and summarized medical records and depositions. Prepared memos on case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases. Reviewed and edited USPTO filings for proper formatting and generated tables of contents and tables of authorities.

Litigation Paralegal

Strauss Massey Dinneen LLC
New Orleans, Louisiana
09.2022 - 03.2023

Reviewed mass catastrophe insurance claims and provided analysis of underwriting files, claim files, homeowners policies, public adjuster estimates, and expert reports to detect inflated claims and minimize exposure to insurers. Maintained calendar and database for tracking cases. Collected data from clients to prepare for mediation. Adhered to case management orders implemented by federal and state courts.

Complex Litigation Paralegal

Burns Charest LLP
New Orleans, United States
06.2021 - 09.2022

Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support multiple mass tort and complex civil litigation cases on behalf of individuals, businesses, and government entities harmed by defective products and dangerous pharmaceutical drugs. Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases, reviewed and summarized medical records, and prepared plaintiff fact sheets. Used Relativity to discover and inspect records. Used Excel spreadsheets to track data and calculate information such as potential damages. Revised and finalized Complaints and e-filed in state and federal courts.

Personal Injury Paralegal

The Voorhies Law Firm
New Orleans, United States
03.2020 - 12.2020

Managed catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases. Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case. Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail. Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss case status. Collected data from clients to prepare demand letters. Reviewed and summarized medical records, propounded and responded to discovery requests, scheduled Rule 10.1 conferences, and depositions. Drafted pleadings for e-filing at state and federal levels. Maintained database, organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas in anticipation of trial. Ensured compliance with Release of Protected Health Information and HIPAA regulations.

Litigation Paralegal

Phelps Dunbar
New Orleans, United States
02.2017 - 11.2017

Maintained database and document organization for Admiralty and Workers' Compensation cases. Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case. Analyzed and summarized medical records, depositions, witness reports, and expert reports. Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings. Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas in preparation for depositions and trials. Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.

Litigation Paralegal

Barrasso Usdin
New Orleans, United States
05.2011 - 02.2017

Organized evidence to support cases and prepare for trial of complex litigation matters, including mass tort and product liability. Analyzed and summarized medical records, depositions, and expert reports. Conducted legal research. Collaborated with attorneys and experts to develop strategies for each case. Assisted with case development and prepared deposition and trial outlines for use in multidistrict litigation. Created spreadsheets for tracking progress and meeting deadlines. Participated in numerous trials and FINRA proceedings.

Executive/Legal Assistant

Elkins, P.L.C.
New Orleans, United States
04.2010 - 05.2011

Managed all administrative aspects of real estate, tax, and estate planning practice. Maintained accounts and client records, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion. Developed document management system and digitized files for transition to paperless environment. Coordinated calendars and entered attorneys' time and expenses.

Corporate Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Fishman Haygood
New Orleans, United States
10.2004 - 04.2010

Collaborated with attorneys to draft contracts related to closings of oil and gas interests, IPOs, and private placements in energy, film, and hedge fund industries. Assisted public companies with ongoing securities compliance and reporting using EDGAR filing system. Managed financial records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion. Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos. Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail. Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients. Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries and prepared expense reimbursements.

Education

Paralegal Certificate - Paralegal Studies

Auburn University Office of Professional & Contin , Auburn, AL
12.2021

Paralegal Studies

Tulane University School of Continuing Studies, New Orleans, LA

Associate of Science - General Studies

Delgado Community College, New Orleans, LA

Criminal Justice

Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA

Skills

Organizational, Time Management & Multi-Tasking Skills

Critical Thinking & Decision-Making Skills

Skilled in Legal & Medical Terminology

Proficient Medical Record, Deposition & Case Summaries

Strong Research, Investigation, Evidence Gathering & Data Collection Skills

Successful Complex Project Management

Analyzing & Drafting Complex Legal Documents

Interview Clients & Identify Client Goals

Court Appearances & Trial Management

Expertise in Legal Proceedings in Federal and State Court, Multidistrict Litigation, Arbitration & Mediation

Exhibit Organization & Preparation

Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Adobe Pro, Westlaw, LexisNexis & Relativity

Proficient Proofreading, Formatting, Table of Contents & Table of Authorities

Manage Schedules & Deadlines

Confidentiality & HIPAA Understanding

Ability to Prioritize & Work Independently

Conflict Resolution

Team Oriented

Timeline

Litigation Paralegal - Strauss Massey Dinneen LLC
09.2022 - 03.2023
Complex Litigation Paralegal - Burns Charest LLP
06.2021 - 09.2022
Personal Injury Paralegal - The Voorhies Law Firm
03.2020 - 12.2020
Contract Paralegal - Self-employed
11.2017 - Current
Litigation Paralegal - Phelps Dunbar
02.2017 - 11.2017
Litigation Paralegal - Barrasso Usdin
05.2011 - 02.2017
Executive/Legal Assistant - Elkins, P.L.C.
04.2010 - 05.2011
Corporate Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Fishman Haygood
10.2004 - 04.2010
Auburn University Office of Professional & Contin - Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Studies
Tulane University School of Continuing Studies - , Paralegal Studies
Delgado Community College - Associate of Science, General Studies
Louisiana State University - , Criminal Justice
Erika Boehmer