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HALEY LYNN
Litigation Paralegal
Dillon,SC
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Summary
Diligent paralegal with five years of background in litigation support and case management. Proven track record of effectively managing case files, preparing legal documents, and coordinating with attorneys. Demonstrated excellence in research and communication skills, contributing to successful case outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Paralegal
Finklea, Hendrick, & Blake, LLC
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared the following: Pleadings; Default Pleadings for Master–in–Equity; Created Petition, Consent, Motions to Appoint Guardian ad Litem Nisi; Prepared Legal Notice ads for Newspapers; Petitions to Determine Heirs; Partitions; Non–Compete Agreements; Stock Purchase Agreements; Sales Agreements; Interpleader Action; Verified Complaint; De–titlement of Mobile Homes; Notice of Hearings; Encroachment Complaint; Quit Claim Deeds; Draft Release; Discovery; responded to Consumer Affairs; and Pre–Litigation
- Collaborated with court personnel to schedule hearings and manage deadlines effectively.
- Coordinated client communications, ensuring timely responses and updates on case status.
- Developed and implemented improved filing systems, enhancing data organization and accessibility.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and contracts, maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.
- Managed case files, organizing and maintaining documentation for efficient retrieval and review.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation, including preparing exhibits and witness lists.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Facilitated timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progression.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
- Created weekly, monthly, and quarterly expense reports.
- Reviewed Deed of Trust, Title Commitment, and prior bankruptcies documents.
Litigation Paralegal
Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Proficient with deposition notices and informed notices to all participants; managed team calendar for multiple attorneys i.e., hearings, discoveries, preps, orders, and any and all other deadlines; client letters regarding mediations and depositions, booked court reporters and videographers; prepped subpoenas including trial subpoenas; trial prep; arranged for all outgoing cover letters; circulated over 172 client calls every 30 days to provide updates; worked on an excel spreadsheet for case management including Litify and TrialWorks; hearing reports and deposition summaries for attorneys; finding experts; requested bills and records, verified client’s current medical balances via medical providers; and E–Filed
- Drafted and filed legal documents, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
- Conducted legal research, summarizing findings to support case strategies and arguments.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation, organizing evidence and managing case files efficiently.
- Reviewed discovery materials, identifying key information and potential issues for litigation.
- Maintained case management software, ensuring accurate and timely updates on case progress.
- Prepared trial exhibits and demonstrative evidence, enhancing presentation effectiveness in court.
- Mentored junior paralegals, providing guidance on legal processes and best practices.
- Maintained litigation database and document organization for [Type] cases.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Managed exhibits, evidence and data related to [Type] legal proceedings.
- Organized and maintained detailed case calendar, ensuring all deadlines were met without fail.
- Supported attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed.
- Contributed to the development of firm-wide best practices for paralegal work through active participation in team meetings and training sessions.
- Assisted in obtaining key evidence through subpoenaing records from various sources such as financial institutions or medical providers.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Supported attorneys during trials by managing exhibits and ensuring necessary documents were at hand, contributing to seamless courtroom operations.
- Enhanced firm's ability to handle larger caseload by implementing effective case management practices.
- Facilitated smooth communication between all parties involved in litigation, preventing misunderstandings and delays.
- Maintained client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Coordinated with expert witnesses to prepare for trial, enhancing credibility and persuasiveness of case presentations.
- Streamlined case preparation processes, significantly reducing time required to get cases trial-ready.
- Enhanced team efficiency by implementing digital filing system that expedited document retrieval.
- Streamlined deposition preparation process by summarizing transcripts efficiently, allowing attorneys more time for strategic planning.
- Facilitated successful settlement of numerous disputes by preparing detailed settlement documents and agreements.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Legal Secretary
Law Office of James M. Saleeby
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Performed secretarial and legal assistant tasks for a senior solo practitioner until his passing. Open and closed office; answered phones, scheduled appointments, billing, filed in/outgoing mail, and calendared; drafted routine legal documents; prepared and organized client’s case files
- Prepared and organized legal documents for court filings and client correspondence.
Education
Associates in Science (AS) - Paralegal Studies
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence05.2014
Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Outlook/PDF
Ability to support several attorneys
Ability to complete tasks assigned in a timely fashion
Manage deadlines
Flexible/Detail oriented
Accuracy work-product and ability to meet deadlines
Knowledge of case management software
Medical Malpractice/ Premises Liability/ Civil Litigation - Trials
SC Notary Public
Document filing
Legal research
Legal writing
Client communication
Document preparation
Records management
Civil law
Office administration
Research and data collection
Document drafting
Interviewing witnesses
Contract review
Proficient in MS office
Notary public
Conflict mediation
File organization
Calendar management
Court filing
File and records management
Trial preparation assistance
Deposition summaries
Court transcription
Case management
Legal transcription
Exhibit preparation
Witness interviewing
Civil litigation
Expertise in legal proceedings
Documenting
Client intake procedures
Legal research skills
Pre-trial preparation
Power of attorney
Deposition scheduling
Calendar oversight
Legal case files
Public records research expertise
Case file organization
File pleadings
Subpoena coordination
Time management
Document management
Project organization
Attention to detail
Legal correspondence
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Written communication
Legal and court processes
Legal document preparation
Interpersonal skills
Critical thinking
Pleading drafting
Meeting preparation
Time management abilities
Adaptability and flexibility
Continuous improvement
Interpersonal communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Billing statements
Multitasking Abilities
Good judgment and decision making
Certification
Westlaw
Accomplishments
Contributed to the Plaintiff-side to a multi-million-dollar jury verdict against a national retail corporation in South Carolina.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Software
Litify
TrialWorks
Microsoft Office
Asana
Excel
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Hiking
Reading
Family
Timeline
Paralegal
Finklea, Hendrick, & Blake, LLC
05.2023 - 04.2024
Litigation Paralegal
Poulin | Willey | Anastopoulo, LLC
10.2021 - 01.2023
Legal Secretary
Law Office of James M. Saleeby
05.2016 - 11.2016
Associates in Science (AS) - Paralegal Studies
Florence-Darlington Technical College