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Jason Varsch

Waltham,MA

Summary

Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to personal injury, and criminal law. Extensive medical background which has been applied in criminal and civil matters.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Paralegal

Firicano Law
09.2018 - 04.2024

I have extensive experience working with diverse populations to optimize representation, assisting counsel in preparing answers and providing documentation and information for discovery requests. I help attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and coordinating witness testimonies at hearings. Additionally, I managed the scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain the smooth flow of firm operations. Expertly conduct legal and medical research, collect witness statements, and organize files, ensuring comprehensive and accurate case preparation. Summarized depositions, legal documents, and other materials to provide attorneys with relevant case information. My role additionally, involved analyzing evidence gathering and presentation, client counseling, and jury selection methods for civil litigation. I communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates, and I prepare legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.

Conducting detailed client intakes and entering information into the company database are among my key responsibilities. I confer with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information, and I contact clients to schedule appointments and discuss the progress of cases. Additionally, I assist in preparing settlement proposals and agreements to aid attorneys in negotiating favorable settlements for clients.

My duties also included examining and generating memos on statutory law, case law, and federal and state regulations using online research databases such as Westlaw, Lexis, CaseText, and print sources. I attend court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings, collaborating with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.

  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.

Registered Nurse, Trauma Center

West Valley Hospital
02.2014 - 07.2015

Recruited to be a dedicated trauma nurse in West Valley's new Level 1 Trauma Center. In the short time I was at West Valley, I maintained my primary role as the trauma RN but also transitioned into the Emergency Department. Additionally, since my employment at West Valley Hospital, I have authored several documents that have been implemented at West Valley as well as other Tenet facilities, while at the same time being awarded the Patient Safety Award.

  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents/injuries/illness conditions.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Clinical Nurse Educator

Arrow
11.2012 - 03.2015

As a field educator, I instructed nurses, physicians, and EMS personnel about the merits of the EZ-IO® interosseous vascular access device and instruct them on its proper use. As a face for the company, I established professional relationships with the EMS community and customers.

  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Maricopa Intregrated Health Systems
05.2010 - 11.2012

Critical Care, Trauma, and Emergency Nurse responsibiilities in a Level 1 trauma and burn center. Received my ATCN certification while at MIHS (449-bed) I have also been a part of the Annual Emergency Conference Planning Committee, Hourly Rounding Task Force, and H.E.R.T (Hazmat Emergency Response Team) and took part in a state-wide disaster drill. I have completed an evidence-based practice policy for SIRS/Sepsis Resuscitation, in addition to Emergency Throughput Redesign. Relief Clinical Resource Leader for the night shift in the Emergency Department and orient new staff members. I also teach ACLS, BLS, and PALS for the MIHS Center of Clinical Excellence.

  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Education

Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies

Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA, USA
07.2019

Certification - Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport Program

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM, USA
03.2007

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
06.2001

Associate of Science - Nursing

Algonquin College of Applied Arts & Sciences
Ottawa, ON, Canada
06.2001

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Algonquin College of Applied Arts & Sciences
Ottawa, ON, Canada
08.1996

Skills

  • eDiscovery
  • Records Management
  • Attorney Support
  • Litigation Support
  • Database Research
  • Exhibit preparation
  • Document filing
  • Legal Analysis
  • Case Management
  • Negotiation
  • Proofreading
  • Case Summaries
  • Legal writing & Document Preparation
  • File and Records Management
  • Legal research database experience, including Westlaw, LexisNexis, and PACER

Accomplishments


  • Recipient of Smokeball’s Top Paralegals of 2022
  • Introduced, trained, and managed case management software resulting in statically significant increases in client satisfaction, productivity, and billable hours.
  • Negotiated over $830,000 in personal injury matters in FY 2023

Affiliations

  • Massachusetts Paralegal Association
  • National Federation of Paralegal Associations

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Paralegal

Firicano Law
09.2018 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse, Trauma Center

West Valley Hospital
02.2014 - 07.2015

Clinical Nurse Educator

Arrow
11.2012 - 03.2015

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Maricopa Intregrated Health Systems
05.2010 - 11.2012

Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies

Bunker Hill Community College

Certification - Critical Care Emergency Medical Transport Program

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Algonquin College of Applied Arts & Sciences

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Algonquin College of Applied Arts & Sciences
Jason Varsch