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Summary
Paralegal with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to family law. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
Skills
Legal Research
Proficient in MS Office
Case Management
Client Communication
Document drafting
Document Preparation
Research and data collection
Legal writing
File Organization
Proofreading
Attorney Support
Court Filing
Exhibit preparation
Legal Terminology
Work History
Law Offices Of Blitshtein & Weiss, P.C.
Paralegal
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
Communicated pertinent information to clients, Courts and opposing counsel via phone, email, and mail.
Communicated with Courts to gather information related to active cases within firm.
Assisted attorneys in drafting motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
Assisted in drafting of legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and pre-trial statements related to divorce and custody.
Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
Revised and finalized letters, briefs and memos.
Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings, in person and electronically, within established timeframes.
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania
Paralegal
07.2019 - 05.2022
Job overview
Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to refer incoming cases to other departments
Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into LegalServer database.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in laws or regulations relevant to practice areas through continuous professional development opportunities such as yearly mandated in-service trainings.
Conducted thorough conflict of interest checks before completing intakes and offering outside referral services for conflicts.
Education
Bucks County Community College
, Newtown, PA
Associate Of Applied Arts from Paralegal Studies
05.2019
Timeline
Paralegal
Law Offices Of Blitshtein & Weiss, P.C.
09.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania
07.2019 - 05.2022
Bucks County Community College
Associate Of Applied Arts from Paralegal Studies
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Work Location
On-Site
Important To Me
Company CultureWork-life balancePaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k match
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