James Ferguson
Toledo,OH
Summary
Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to Worker's Compensation, Immigration, and Contract law. Expertly conducts research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Law and Paralegal Tutor
Self-employeed
01.2024 - Current
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
Workers' Compensation Paralegal
Reminger
02.2023 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
Immigration Paralegal
Social Services For The Arab Community
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Met with clients to gather information, prepare documentation, and determine necessary actions.
- Explained visa rules and regulations to comply with Department of Labor and Department of State standards.
- Contributed to client case file preparation and verified inclusion of required documentation.
- Analyzed client documentation and history to determine eligibility for immigration-related benefits.
- Created and managed processes and procedures to coordinate documentation for visa processing on immigrant and non-immigrant applications.
- Assisted clients with immigration application completion to improve timeliness of case review and disposition.
- Compiled client application packets and included relevant documentation to present strongest case for successful outcome.
- Liaised with coworkers and immigration candidates to answer questions, resolve issues, and explain immigration policy.
- Monitored immigration law developments and procedural changes to improve client service quality and case outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
The University of Toledo
Toledo12.2021
Skills
- Customer Support
- Project Management
- Virtual Assistance
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Court Filing Procedures
- Drafting Pleadings
- Office Administration
- Client Communication
- Deadline Management
- Document Review
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Research abilities
Languages
German
Professional Working
Timeline
Pre-Law and Paralegal Tutor
Self-employeed
01.2024 - Current
Workers' Compensation Paralegal
Reminger
02.2023 - 01.2024
Immigration Paralegal
Social Services For The Arab Community
06.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
The University of Toledo