Heather Short
Brandon,MS
Summary
Goal-oriented paralegal experienced in providing administrative support to legal departments with focus on document management. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents and policies. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Don Evans Law Firm, PLLC
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw and print sources.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Studies
Hinds Community College
Jackson08.2017
Skills
- Evidence Gathering
- Jury Selection
- Subpoena Service
- Corporate Law
- Review of Pleadings
- Manage Schedules
- Assisting Lawyers
- Research Facts
- Exhibit Preparation
- Confidentiality Understanding
- Legal Research
Certification
Paralegal Technology
Timeline
Paralegal
Don Evans Law Firm, PLLC
01.2020 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Studies
Hinds Community College
Paralegal Technology
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