Hannah Merritt
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented 1L law student and Georgia Public Notary with hands-on experience managing personal injury cases from intake through settlement. Skilled in drafting demand packages, coordinating reductions, conducting legal research, and supporting attorneys with litigation preparation. Recognized for working independently, training staff, and maintaining accuracy across legal operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Paralegal
Moore & Hawthorne
03 2025 - 04.2025
- Referred out litigation matters and connected firm with partner firms for case support
- Handled client intake, case setup, and supported attorneys with settlement reduction and reconciliation
- Coordinated medical documentation, conducted legal research, and referred out litigation matters
- Scheduled mediations/depositions, and managed CMS, tech, and marketing events
Case Manager
The Ettinoffe Law Firm
08 2024 - Current
- Managed full pre-litigation PI caseload from intake through disbursement
- Drafted full demand packages, coordinated treatment, and communicated with clients and providers
Legal Assistant
The Clair Firm
01 2023 - 10 2023
- Supported attorneys in personal injury, real estate, and contract law
- Managed file preparation, e-filing, scheduling, and client correspondence
- Assisted with local political campaign outreach and administrative support
Criminal Law Intern
City of Atlanta Solicitor's Office
05 2023 - 09 2023
- Observed municipal court proceedings and supported prosecutorial staff with administrative tasks
Education
J.D. -
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School
Atlanta, GA05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Political Science (Pre-Law)
Georgia State University
04.2024
Associate of Arts -
Yakima Valley Community
College
Yakima, WA06.2021
Skills
- Written Communication
- Legal Writing/Research
- Case Management
- Trial Preparation
Affiliations
HONORS & AFFILIATIONS
- Fred Hutch Brent Lab Intern (NASA-funded)
- Miss Washington Teen USA – 2nd Runner-Up (2019), 3rd Runner-Up (2020, 2021)
- UW Coed Cheer Team, Outstanding Rookie Scholarship Recipient
- Gold Presidential Service Award (250+ hrs): Special Olympics, Food Bank, Elementary School
Certification
Georgia Public Notary – Active
Timeline
Contract Paralegal
Moore & Hawthorne
03 2025 - 04.2025
Case Manager
The Ettinoffe Law Firm
08 2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
The Clair Firm
01 2023 - 10 2023
Criminal Law Intern
City of Atlanta Solicitor's Office
05 2023 - 09 2023
J.D. -
Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School
Bachelor of Science - Political Science (Pre-Law)
Georgia State University
Associate of Arts -
Yakima Valley Community
College
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