GARY BOSTON
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Paralegal with 2+ years of legal experience supporting attorneys in lemon law and civil litigation matters. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads, draft pleadings, coordinate discovery, and conduct legal research. Actively developing proficiency with eDiscovery platforms, document review, and case management systems. Recognized for accuracy, efficiency, and meeting strict deadlines in fast-paced legal environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Quill & Arrow LLP
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing a high-volume Lemon Law caseload from intake through settlement, supporting compliance with the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act and related consumer protection laws.
- Assisted attorneys with legal research, document review, and case preparation, including organizing exhibits and calendars, summarizing records, coordinating depositions and vehicle inspections, and supporting arbitration and litigation readiness.
- Drafted and filed demand letters, discovery responses, and routine pleadings under attorney supervision, ensuring accuracy and timely filing with courts and arbitration forums.
- Communicated regularly with clients, dealerships, manufacturers, and opposing counsel to obtain service records, provide case updates, and support settlement negotiations.
- Utilized CLIO case management software, court e-filing systems, and electronic document platforms to manage pleadings, calendaring, deadlines, and organized digital files.
Administrative Coordinator
The Nia Foundation, Inc.
08.2007 - Current
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Managed communications between departments, facilitating collaboration and information flow.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance.
- Oversaw vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize service quality and cost-efficiency.
Intern/Volunteer
UCLA School of Law Veteran's Legal Clinic
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation for veterans' claims.
- Assisted attorneys in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
- Organized client files and maintained accurate records of case progress.
- Collaborated with team members to develop outreach materials for community education.
Education
Paralegal Certificate - Distinction, ABA-approved
University of California, Los Angeles, Extension
Los Angeles, CA02.2024
Associate of Science - General Business
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA12.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Palo Verde College
Blythe, CA12.2005
Skills
- Managing Multiple Active Cases
- Prioritizing Attorney Requests
- Calendar and Deadline Management
- Tracking Case Status and Progress
- Maintaining Organized Digital Case Files
- Responding to Time-Sensitive Requests
- Communicating Case Updates Clearly
- Working Independently with Oversight
Websites
Affiliations
- National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) Member November 2024 - Present
- Los Angeles Paralegal Association (LAPA) December 2023 – November 2024
Timeline
Paralegal
Quill & Arrow LLP
03.2024 - Current
Intern/Volunteer
UCLA School of Law Veteran's Legal Clinic
11.2023 - 03.2024
Administrative Coordinator
The Nia Foundation, Inc.
08.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - General Business
Coastline Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Palo Verde College
Paralegal Certificate - Distinction, ABA-approved
University of California, Los Angeles, Extension