Support Commerical Litigation and Bankruptcy attorneys by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
Enhance case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Assist with loan transactions and closings.
Electronically file documents via PACER and State Court e-filing systems.
Assist counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Edit and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Practice Management Coordinator
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
09.2023 - 08.2024
Supported the firm's Practice Management department as a substantive contributor in advancing initiatives and driving profitability for Benefits & Executive Compensation, Construction & Real Estate Litigation, Corporate, Finance & Restructuring, and Insurance practice groups.
Prepared reports and draft Practice Group communications.
Oversaw lawyer and consultant onboarding and offboarding, budgeting, and expense management.
Led the development of a new tracking system for revenue streams for Government & Regulatory Analysis matters.
Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously with keen eye for detail ensuring deadlines were met without compromising quality standards.
Junior Paralegal/Document Production Specialist
Archer & Greiner, P.C.
05.2022 - 08.2023
Maintained electronic filing and indexing of daily correspondence via Smartsheet.
Organized, processed, and formatted daily correspondence to send daily reports to co-counsel.
Gathered and analyzed research data during discovery periods of depositions with 200+ defendants.
Remained detail-oriented and focused while managing changing deadlines and/or work requests.
Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Managed high volumes of documents efficiently, prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and project requirements.
Safeguarded sensitive information by adhering to strict security protocols when handling confidential documents.
Prepared digital files, physical documents and work requests in compliance with company guidelines.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Archer & Greiner, P.C.
06.2018 - 05.2022
Legal document preparation and management
Developed proficiency in software programs including Kofax Power PDF, Smartsheet, iManage, Aderant, Word, and Excel.
Facilitated clear communication between clients and attorneys by acting as liaison to ensure all parties were informed of updates or changes.
Education
Master of Arts - English
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English, Professional Writing
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05.2022
Skills
Leadership
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Legal writing
Relationship building and rapport
Document Review
Excellent Written and Oral Communication
Creative and Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
Accepted to present literary theses at 2022 and 2023 Sigma Tau Delta Honor Society International Conventions
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal
McCarter & English
08.2024 - Current
Practice Management Coordinator
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
09.2023 - 08.2024
Junior Paralegal/Document Production Specialist
Archer & Greiner, P.C.
05.2022 - 08.2023
Legal Administrative Assistant
Archer & Greiner, P.C.
06.2018 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - English
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - English, Professional Writing
The College of New Jersey
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