Gina Bishop
Investigator
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Alternative Response Specialist Investigator
Department Of Family And Protective Services
04.2018 - Current
- Utilized comprehensive risk analysis to identify, assess and manage emergency management risks.
- Investigated practical and theoretical issues facing emergency services and identified effective resolutions.
- Reported unsafe situations or conditions to management.
- Maintained current understanding of local, state and federal guidelines for emergency response.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to prepare plans and procedures to respond to emergency scenarios.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Legal Technician II(paralegal)
Office Of The Attorney General Of Texas
01.2013 - 04.2018
- Provided key administrative assistance to senior management.
- Prepared interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production of documents and requests for examination or inspection.
- Maintained litigation docket and calendars for Number attorneys, noting deadlines for responsive pleadings, motions and other important deadlines.
- Created interrogatory documents and requests for admissions, document productions, examinations and inspections.
- Handled complex scheduling for appointments, court appearances and depositions for busy litigation firm.
- Created intake sheets for English and Spanish clients and conducted interviews in both languages.
- Answered telephone and coordinated meetings and conferences.
- Handled filing systems for both short and traditional real estate transactions.
- Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.
- Provided administrative support and research for civil litigation and civil proceedings.
- Kept up-to-date on case progress by frequently reviewing records and reporting findings to clients.
- Worked closely with litigation attorneys to research, complete trial preparations and create document drafts for court use.
- Managed administrative tasks for firm partners and associates.
- Investigated facts and law of cases, using pertinent sources to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
- Assisted litigation attorneys with research, depositions, trial preparation, discovery and document drafts for court submittal.
- Collected and prepared pre-trial discoveries, records and evidence displays.
- Supported administration and research processes for civil litigation cases.
Legal Intern
Office Of The Attorney General Of Texas
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Conducted initial client interviews, gathering facts and preparing case summaries.
- Filed legal documents promptly and accurately with local, state and federal courts.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Assisted in developing processes to expedite legal procedures.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with Type court on schedule to maximize case success.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Prepared accurate pleadings, motions and briefs for review by partner attorneys.
- Assessed case dockets to prepare and provide appropriate legal advice.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TXBachelor Of Applied Arts And Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Vernon College
Vernon, TX12.1983
Skills
- Conflict Resolution Tactics
- Team Meetings
- Local and State Regulations
- Software Applications
- Data Entry
- Health and Safety
- Confidential Records Management
- Medical Emergency Management
- Process Improvement Initiatives
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Client Support
- Special Needs Support
- Technical Guidance
- Procedure Planning
- Status Reports
- Law Enforcement
- Information Collection
- Increasing Awareness
- Clerical Support
- Vendor Contracts
- First Responder Training
- Damage Mitigation
- Administrative Support
- Telephone Interviews
- Computer Records Systems
- Emergency Response Plans
- Providing Briefings
- Document Organization
- Activities Management
- Situational Awareness
- Effective Planning
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Emergency Preparedness
- Data Integrity
- Client Assessments
- Resource Recovery
Work Availability
monday
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morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Alternative Response Specialist Investigator
Department Of Family And Protective Services
04.2018 - Current
Legal Technician II(paralegal)
Office Of The Attorney General Of Texas
01.2013 - 04.2018
Legal Intern
Office Of The Attorney General Of Texas
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Geological And Earth Sciences
Tarleton State University
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Vernon College