JANE ELIZABETH HUMPHREY
Summary
Detail-oriented paralegal and administrative professional with five years of experience in litigation, legal research, case management, and office administration, transitioning into intellectual property law. Currently pursuing a Master of Legal Studies in Intellectual Property and building practical IP-focused knowledge while seeking hands-on experience in a fast-paced legal environment. Open to relocation and prepared to support intellectual property attorneys through strong research, docket management, and case-preparation skills across trademark, copyright, and patent practice areas.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Paralegal
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinate client consultations, conduct intake assessments, and serve as liaison between clients and attorneys
- Oversee legal correspondence and filings via email, fax, mail, and electronic court systems
- Prepare pleadings, proposed orders, correspondence, and discovery materials in compliance with court rules
- Perform legal research and assist with case development, pre-trial, and hearing preparation
- Organize exhibits, trial binders, evidence files, and coordinate with process servers for timely service
- Provide Notary Public services, maintain organized case files and calendars, and act as backup receptionist
Admin/Junior Paralegal
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
Fredericksburg, VA
09.2024 - 01.2026
Office Administrator
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
Fredericksburg, VA
09.2023 - 09.2024
Legal Administrative Assistant
WhitbeckBeglis (formerly Whitbeck Bennett, PLLC)
Leesburg, VA
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Prepared motions, pleadings, and correspondence in compliance with court rules and firm standards
- Prepared case files, legal documents, and exhibits for attorney review and client meetings
- Oversaw legal correspondence and filings across email, fax, mail, and electronic court systems, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
- Assisted with pre-trial and hearing preparation by organizing exhibits, evidence, and trial binders for streamlined legal proceedings.
- Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring clarity on case matters through scheduling and updates.
- Provided Notary Public services and maintained organized case files, calendars, and workflow coordination
Legal Administrative Assistant
Law Offices of Christopher J. Smith, P.C.
Charlottesville, VA
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Acted as primary liaison between clients and attorneys, facilitating effective communication, timely scheduling, and accurate case updates.
- Drafted client-attorney retainer agreements and correspondence, ensuring compliance and clarity in client intake forms
- Support day-to-day administrative operations, including calendar management, billing assistance, and maintaining organized physical and digital case files
Education
Master of Legal Studies - Intellectual Property
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas12.2026
Paralegal Studies Certificate -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science; Minor in Philosophy
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia05.2021
Skills
- Legal Research & Writing
- E-Filing (PACER, File & ServeXpress, Virginia Judiciary E-filing System)
- Legal Administration
- Drafting Pleadings, Correspondence & Discovery
- Case & Docket Management (Deadlines, Filings, Exhibits)
- Client Intake, Communication & Confidential Records
- Foundations of IP Law (MLS Coursework and online certifications)
- Trial & Hearing Preparation Support
- Notary Public Services
- Microsoft Office Suite & Legal Software
- Calendar management
- Case management
Certification
- Notary Public
- Paralegal Certificate
- LexisNexis Advance Certificates of Completion: Introduction to Lexis, Secondary Sources, Statutes & Regulations, Citation Checks, Case Law & Agency Opinions
- Alison Copyright in Media Online Course (in progress)
- USPTO Startup Certification Training Course (in progress)
Timeline
Junior Paralegal
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
01.2026 - Current
Admin/Junior Paralegal
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
09.2024 - 01.2026
Office Administrator
Livesay & Myers, P.C.
09.2023 - 09.2024
Legal Administrative Assistant
WhitbeckBeglis (formerly Whitbeck Bennett, PLLC)
01.2022 - 09.2023
Legal Administrative Assistant
Law Offices of Christopher J. Smith, P.C.
07.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Legal Studies - Intellectual Property
Texas A&M University
Paralegal Studies Certificate -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science; Minor in Philosophy
Virginia State University