Jamie Seymour
BUFFALO
Summary
Detail-oriented Chief Paralegal with expertise in legal analysis, document drafting, and contract review. Proven ability to ensure compliance and facilitate collaboration across departments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Paralegal
Erie County Department of Social Services
Buffalo, NY
04.2022 - Current
- Facilitated drafting, preparation, and circulation of grant-funded agreements for nonprofit agencies serving Erie County families.
- Compiled and analyzed monthly contract management reports to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Facilitated collaboration among all offices within the Department of Social Services to draft program area agreements effectively.
- Supervised paralegal team, ensuring adherence to family court protocols and departmental policies.
- Engaged with office supervisors to align on strategic policies and succession planning efforts.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for new paralegals to ensure proficiency in legal procedures and departmental systems, ensuring thorough understanding of their role in the office.
- Provided mentorship to new paralegals, focusing on effective research strategies and comprehensive case preparation.
- Safeguarded client data through diligent adherence to confidentiality standards.
Senior Paralegal
Town of Hamburg
Hamburg, NY
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Managed case files and legal documents, ensuring compliance with municipal regulations.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, agreements, and ordinances for accuracy and legal sufficiency.
- Coordinated communication between departments and external legal counsel to streamline processes.
Paralegal
Erie County Department of Social Services
Buffalo, NY
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Executed comprehensive legal research to enhance case preparation efforts.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, including petitions, summons, subpoenas and correspondence.
- Facilitated timely access to essential case files, supporting efficient legal operations for assigned attorney.
- Conducted thorough examinations of case notes to extract significant information essential for trial preparation.
- Assisted caseworkers, law clerks, and court staff with requests from assigned attorney. Facilitated communication to address all needs effectively.
- Executed comprehensive searches of individuals to facilitate effective service.
- Engaged with process server to share insights and relevant information, facilitating the successful identification of individuals for service.
- Conducted outreach to a French-speaking region to secure witness participation in virtual proceedings for an abuse matter.
Paralegal
Andrews Bernstein Maranto & Nicotra
Buffalo, NY
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Drafted legal documents including complaints, motions, and discovery requests for personal injury cases.
- Managed case files, ensuring organization and compliance with legal standards throughout proceedings.
- Coordinated communication between clients, attorneys, and medical providers to facilitate information flow.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders for courtroom use.
- Reviewed medical records and bills to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate claims processing.
Paralegal
Robert R. Radel, Attorney at Law
Buffalo, NY
02.2015 - 09.2016
- Coordinated document preparation for court filings, ensuring compliance with legal standards and deadlines.
- Managed case files, tracking progress and maintaining organization throughout litigation processes.
- Conducted legal research to support case strategies, providing insights to attorneys for effective representation.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and discovery requests, enhancing clarity and precision in legal communications.
- Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits and witness lists.
- Reviewed incoming correspondence and filings, identifying critical issues for attorney attention promptly.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials for the firm.
- Prepared and organized bankruptcy filings, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Developed tailored bankruptcy strategies by analyzing individual client situations, increasing the likelihood of successful resolutions.
- Reduced errors in legal documents by diligently proofreading and editing materials before submission.
- Managed payment agreements with vendors for office supplies and technology specialists.
- Managed financial records, including invoice processing, office expenses, and payroll.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY12-2014
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Bryant And Stratton College
Getzville, NY12-2012
Skills
- Real estate transactions
- Court filings
- Legal analysis, research and writing
- Discovery management
- Bankruptcy proceedings
- Document drafting
- Data privacy
- Contract review
- Litigation support
- Real Estate Transactions
Timeline
Chief Paralegal
Erie County Department of Social Services
04.2022 - Current
Senior Paralegal
Town of Hamburg
03.2019 - 04.2022
Paralegal
Erie County Department of Social Services
01.2017 - 03.2019
Paralegal
Andrews Bernstein Maranto & Nicotra
09.2016 - 12.2016
Paralegal
Robert R. Radel, Attorney at Law
02.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies
SUNY At Buffalo
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Bryant And Stratton College