Jada Fields
Queens,NY
Summary
Focused and dedicated Paralegal with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
10.2023 - Current
- Drafted legal pleadings, motions and briefs for attorney review
- Prepared discovery requests and responses
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions
- Maintained contact with clients, vendors, witnesses and court personnel to obtain information or documentation as needed
- Performed document management tasks such as scanning, filing, copying and faxing of legal documents
- Entered data into spreadsheets to track cases progress through the court system
- Updated client databases with case information as it becomes available
- Prepared affidavits or other sworn statements for signature by witnesses or parties involved in a case
- Answered phones in a professional manner while providing accurate information about cases when necessary
Legal Assistant
RAS Boriskin
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system
- Processed incoming mail on a daily basis
- Ensured that all paperwork was properly filed according to established procedures
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
St. John's University
Queens, NY09.2023
Associate of Science - S.T.E.M.
Richland College
Dallas, TX05.2021
Skills
- Client Communication
- Document Organization
- Document Review
- Proofreading
- Legal Research
- Legal Writing
- Case Summaries
- Legal Documentation
- Document Preparation
Community Service
- Habitat for Humanity, 2015-Present, Home and neighborhood repairs
- Planet Kidz, 2019-Present, Supervision of outdoor activities for children
- Rockwall Adoptions, Rockwall, TX, 2019, Care for adoptive cats and dogs
- Love of the Lake, Mesquite, TX, 2020, Cleanup of White Rock Lake
- Helping Hands, 2009, Assistance during meal/snack times
- Shoes for Orphan Souls, 2010, Processing and packing of essential items
- Teacher's Aide, Richland Collegiate High School, 2020, Event setup assistance
- Altar Server, Spring Valley United Methodist Church, TX, 2012-Present, Religious service support
Extracurricular Activities
Junior Achievement Group, Event planning and poster creation for Junior class, 2019-2020 Student Government Association, Vice President overseeing various events, activities, and initiatives
Timeline
Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan Law Firm
10.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
RAS Boriskin
05.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
St. John's University
Associate of Science - S.T.E.M.
Richland College
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