Jackeline Hernandez
Anaheim
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized litigation paralegal with over 8 years of experience supporting attorneys in high-volume personal injury practices. Skilled in case management, discovery, trial preparation, and client communication. Proven ability to handle complex caseloads efficiently, while maintaining accuracy and professionalism under pressure.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
Irvine
06.2022 - Current
- Drafted and filed pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda for state and federal courts.
- E-filed all necessary court documents in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Acted as a liaison between clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams, ensuring smooth communication throughout the litigation process.
- Coordinated discovery efforts, including preparing interrogatories, responses, and organizing discovery documents and exhibits.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and evidence, and preparing case files for hearings and depositions.
- Scheduled and coordinated depositions, and provided support for witness preparation.
- Managed case calendars, tracked deadlines, and ensured all filings were timely and accurate.
- Played an active role in assisting attorneys with case settlements, ensuring all documents and evidence were properly organized.
Paralegal
The Barnes Firm, LC
Los Angeles
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Communicated effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and external stakeholders.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and factual investigations to support case strategy.
- Prepared discovery materials, including interrogatories, responses, and document requests.
- Drafted and served summonses, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Coordinated depositions, summarized transcripts, and managed follow-up actions.
- Compiled trial binders and prepared exhibits for hearings and court proceedings.
- Managed administrative tasks such as calendaring court dates, tracking deadlines, and organizing case files.
Education
Certified Paralegal - Paralegal Studies
UCLA Extension Program
Los Angeles, CA01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
California State University Northridge
Northridge01.2011
Skills
- High-Volume Case Management
- Discovery and Document Review
- Trial Preparation
- Client Communication
- Court Filing Procedures
- Time Management and Multitasking
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
06.2022 - Current
Paralegal
The Barnes Firm, LC
01.2016 - 06.2022
Certified Paralegal - Paralegal Studies
UCLA Extension Program
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
California State University Northridge
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