Advanced Paralegal with strong analytical research skills in legal documents and citations. Proficient in blue book formatting. Skilled in proofreading, editing, and maintaining internal case documents and databases for attorneys in various settings. Experienced in providing comprehensive support in legal research and document preparation.
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Jeanine Lewis
Paralegal
Ozark,MO
Summary
Overview
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Missouri Department of Mental Health
Medicaid Billing Specialist
12.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Resolved problems through systematic investigation.
- Provide financial information and reports.
- Case management on Medicaid cases.
- Process time records for regular payroll, overtime and payoffs.
- Review report reports and time records for accuracy and maintaining accurate financial processes, identifying discrepancies.
- Balances and maintains incoming funds check log as well as revolving funds account, reviewing documents, determining accuracy of figures, identifies discrepancies, and takes corrective action.
- Maintain automated and manual financial records.
Independant
Independent Contractor
09.2018 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Conducted research to support legal proceedings.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing case files and managing client communications.
- Conducted in-depth research on various topics.
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure compliance with regulations.
Missouri Attorney General’s Office
Legal Assistant
04.2012 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Supported the Department of Workers Compensation in the Missouri Attorney General's Office.
- Reviewed and researched Unemployment Claims; identified & investigated fraudulent activities, reviewed unemployment claims.
- Conducted interviews with claimants and employers to verify information.
- Tracked and organized case details for current investigative processes.
- Trained and mentored Field Investigators to enhance their skills.
- Reduced process gaps by mentoring 15 staff members to enhance productivity.
Independent Employer
Independent Contractor
05.2002 - 04.2012
Job overview
- As a Paralegal conducting legal research, preparing legal material for publication.
- Cite-checking, format and edit legal materials as assigned.
- Facilitated Efficient Communication between Judges, Court Administration, Government Agencies & Attorneys.
- Trained Staff on Office Procedures & Case-Specific Duties.
Cox Heath Systems
Executive Administrative Assistant
08.1995 - 08.2002
Job overview
- Led executive initiatives by collaborating with internal partners to achieve project goals.
- Managed top-level concerns using professional judgment.
- Managed extensive HR documentation for department, including new hires, contracts, and policies.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely completion of daily invoices, reports, and proposals.
- Coordinated meeting schedules, logistics, and organizational planning.
- Utilized Kronos and Lawson software to streamline payroll and onboarding processes.
- Ensured HR databases reflected current employee status, including rehires, transfers, and terminations.
- Executed onboarding and orientation procedures for new hires.
- Fostered long-term associations with staff, management, and external partners.
- Liaised between employees & benefit providers, serving as resource to answer benefit-related questions.
- Leveraged internal HR databases to organize & maintain personnel records, enter employee data & update previous data.
- Developed & maintained resources & material to support hiring managers throughout onboarding life cycle.
- Worked with HR Department to devise & update policies as needed for corporate accountability & workplace health.
- Maintained & updated organizational charts, employee handbooks performance evaluation forms.
- Collaborated with management to design personnel policies.
- Participated in HR Board discussions on employee work appeals.
Education
Missouri State UniversitySpringfield, MO
Bachelor of Science from Psychology & Sociology
12-2026
University Overview
Psychology & Sociology
Drury University
Associate of Applied Science from Paralegal Studies
12.2015
University Overview
- Magna cum laude graduate; 3.8 GPA
Skills
- Ability to cite-check, format, and edit legal materials
- Ability to conduct legal research
- Ability to prepare legal materials for publication
- Ability to solve problems and make decisions
- Ability to interact collaboratively with others
- Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing
References
References
- Former State of Missouri Worker's Compensation Judge, Attorney J. Timothy Wilson (Letter of Recommendation); available upon request.
- Attorney David Ransin of Ransin Law Firm (Letter of Recommendation); available upon request.
- Former A.A.G., Attorney Saundra J. McDowell (Letter of Recommendation); available upon request.
- Claims Specialist Willie Hill - Phone number: 334-207-1264
- Claims Specialist Cheryll Pinder - Phone number: 314-874-6939
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Member of Drury University's Pre Law Club, PHI ALPHA DELTA, PSI CHI & National Honor Society
- Member of Missouri Bar Association for Paralegals
- Legal Internship - Law Office of David Ransin, Springfield, MO (2011-2012)
Education and Training
Education and Training
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Medicaid Billing Specialist
Missouri Department of Mental Health
12.2023 - Current
Independent Contractor
Independant
09.2018 - 11.2023
Legal Assistant
Missouri Attorney General’s Office
04.2012 - 08.2018
Independent Contractor
Independent Employer
05.2002 - 04.2012
Executive Administrative Assistant
Cox Heath Systems
08.1995 - 08.2002
Drury University
Associate of Applied Science from Paralegal Studies
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology & Sociology
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