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Jennifer Shelby

Littleton,CO

Summary

Polished Paralegal well-versed in drafting briefs, legal memorandums, motions and correspondence. Collaborative team player comfortable working independently and accepting high degree of unsupervised responsibility. Recognized for quickly mastering new challenges and working well under pressure. Knowledgeable Litigation Paralegal skilled in trial preparation and civil litigation support for cases. Organizes and coordinates materials, maintains communication, and prepares files. many years of experience in civil litigation.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Paralegal (Contractor)

C2 Alaska LLC
Anchorage, AK
06.2021 - 05.2024
  • Securities and Exchange Commission - Trial Unit, Denver, CO
  • Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda summarizing the results.
  • Coordinated attorney schedules by arranging meeting times between lawyers, clients and witnesses.
  • Developed strategies for discovery requests, responses to interrogatories and depositions.
  • Researched applicable laws using computer-assisted legal research tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
  • Attended hearings as needed representing the firm's clients before courts or administrative agencies.
  • Maintained electronic databases of client documents related to cases.
  • Provided support to attorneys during depositions by preparing witness outlines, summarizing deposition testimony, researching legal issues raised during the deposition process.
  • Monitored changes in legislation that could affect clients' interests.
  • Reviewed case materials such as briefs, pleadings, motions, affidavits and exhibits for accuracy and completeness prior to filing with the court or providing to opposing counsel.
  • Assisted with document production requests from opposing counsel.
  • Organized evidence for use at hearings or trials including organizing medical records into chronologies, timelines, summary charts of relevant facts.
  • Prepared pleadings, motions and other court documents for attorneys' review.
  • Managed litigation files in state and federal courts from initial filing through resolution or trial.
  • Advised attorneys regarding deadlines associated with filings of pleadings or other documents in court proceedings.
  • Used Excel to create useful spreadsheets for tracking information, managing cases, and creating graphs.
  • Organized and distributed incoming documents from courts, witnesses and opposing parties.
  • Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
  • Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
  • Facilitated communication to enable effective settlement discussions between counsel, defendants and plaintiffs.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
  • Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
  • Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
  • Assisted attorneys in court by managing exhibits, taking notes, and ensuring all necessary materials were available.
  • Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and litigation processes.
  • Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
  • Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
  • Reviewed and summarized depositions, transcripts, and other legal documents for attorney review.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure strategies and objectives were aligned and executed efficiently.
  • Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
  • Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
  • Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
  • Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
  • Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
  • Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
  • Drafted legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
  • Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure quality control standards were being met throughout the project life cycle.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.

Contract Litigation Paralegal

Law Office of Joshua P. Reilly, LLC
Lakewood, CO
10.2019 - 08.2022
  • Attended hearings, mediations and depositions as needed to support attorneys' work product.
  • Performed factual investigations to obtain background information on parties involved in litigation proceedings.
  • Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
  • Communicated regularly with opposing counsels regarding settlements or other matters.
  • Assisted with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and drafting jury instructions.
  • Organized large volumes of data into databases for use in document reviews or case management systems.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions and other court documents for review by attorney.
  • Prepared deposition summaries and tracked deadlines for filing of briefs or other documents.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather information about their cases.
  • Managed document production process, including identifying relevant documents, locating witnesses and obtaining necessary authorizations.
  • Reviewed discovery responses and generated privilege logs.
  • Participated in client conferences as needed to assist attorneys with strategy development.
  • Investigated potential sources of evidence such as public records or online databases.
  • Proofread documents prior to submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Researched applicable laws, regulations, judicial decisions and legal articles.
  • Provided administrative support such as scheduling meetings and appointments.
  • Maintained an organized file system for all case related materials.
  • Coordinated service of process among all parties involved in litigation matters.
  • Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
  • Assisted litigation teams on legal automation requirements and systems capabilities to facilitate investigatory or litigation decisions, trial preparation and trial presentation.
  • Tracked, stored and organized data in accordance with proper chain of custody protocols.
  • Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases.
  • Obtained, reviewed and summarized medical records at direction of trial attorneys, consulting outside experts and arranging for medical examinations when relevant to cases.
  • Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
  • Coordinated implementation of document databases for legal team document review and production.
  • Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
  • Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
  • Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
  • Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.

Litigation Paralegal

The Paul Wilkinson Law Firm, LLC
Denver, CO
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Proofread documents prior to submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Organized large volumes of data into databases for use in document reviews or case management systems.
  • Maintained an organized file system for all case related materials.
  • Coordinated service of process among all parties involved in litigation matters.
  • Investigated potential sources of evidence such as public records or online databases.
  • Communicated regularly with opposing counsels regarding settlements or other matters.
  • Managed document production process, including identifying relevant documents, locating witnesses and obtaining necessary authorizations.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions and other court documents for review by attorney.
  • Assisted with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and drafting jury instructions.
  • Provided administrative support such as scheduling meetings and appointments.
  • Reviewed discovery responses and generated privilege logs.
  • Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
  • Performed factual investigations to obtain background information on parties involved in litigation proceedings.
  • Participated in client conferences as needed to assist attorneys with strategy development.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather information about their cases.
  • Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
  • Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
  • Assisted litigation teams on legal automation requirements and systems capabilities to facilitate investigatory or litigation decisions, trial preparation and trial presentation.
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
  • Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases.
  • Coordinated implementation of document databases for legal team document review and production.
  • Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
  • Analyzed work product and created document productions using database platforms and performing quality control reviews and revising or improving documents where appropriate.
  • Tracked, stored and organized data in accordance with proper chain of custody protocols.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.

Paralegal & Office Administrator

Hull & Zimmerman, P.C.
Northglenn, CO
03.2016 - 08.2018
  • Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
  • Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
  • Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
  • Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
  • Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
  • Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
  • Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
  • Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
  • Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
  • Maintained client files according to established protocols.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
  • Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
  • Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
  • Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory, and case law and federal and state regulations.
  • Assisted attorneys in court by managing exhibits, taking notes, and ensuring all necessary materials were available.
  • Drafted legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
  • Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
  • Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
  • Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
  • Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
  • Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
  • Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
  • Performed administrative duties such as photocopying, scanning, and organizing legal documents.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure strategies and objectives were aligned and executed efficiently.
  • Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
  • Managed contract intake and review for large vendor agreements.
  • Monitored and updated clients on case progress, including significant developments.
  • Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
  • Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
  • Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
  • Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
  • Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
  • Assisted in settlement negotiations and mediation preparations.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
  • Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
  • Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
  • Maintained customer confidence and protected operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Answered incoming calls in a professional manner, directed callers to appropriate personnel or department, or took messages as needed.
  • Organized monthly staff meetings ensuring agendas were distributed in advance.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems, including electronic databases and records.
  • Prepared special reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information from various sources.
  • Provided assistance with the planning of events such as staff meetings or conferences.
  • Supported Human Resources activities by maintaining personnel files in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Ordered office furniture when necessary following approval from management team.
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences and travel arrangements for staff members.
  • Coordinated and managed daily administrative operations of the office.
  • Processed invoices on a timely basis according to established procedures.
  • Maintained supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival at the office premises.
  • Performed clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing and scanning documents.
  • Composed correspondence such as letters, emails, memos, reports and other documents.
  • Greeted visitors warmly, handled inquiries and provided general information about the company.
  • Prepared presentations using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Reviewed employee time sheets for accuracy prior to submission for payroll processing.
  • Scheduled appointments for senior management team members using Outlook calendar system.
  • Assisted with budget preparation by providing data entry support into financial tracking system.
  • Monitored office equipment maintenance contracts ensuring all equipment is serviced regularly according to manufacturer's guidelines.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills.
  • Reviewed documents and obtained additional information to complete accurate paperwork and avoid delays.
  • Automated office operations by managing client correspondence and data communications.
  • Interacted professionally with customers and inside personnel, answering questions and responding to phone and email inquiries.
  • Replenished office supplies, placing new orders for restocking to maintain inventory.
  • Filtered emails based on importance and escalated issues to leadership.
  • Processed financial documents, contracts, expense reports and invoices.
  • Checked figures and postings for correct entry and proper codes.
  • Collaborated with administrative support to oversee calendars and prioritize meetings and appointments.
  • Created memos, letters and other documents, fostering internal and external communication.
  • Managed service agreements and purchase orders to drive budget performance and meet schedule requirements.
  • Explained company personnel policies, benefits and procedures to employees or job applicants.
  • Coordinated with IT department to resolve technical issues and maintain office software updates.
  • Used specialized accounting software to debit, credit and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.

Senior Litigation Paralegal

Geoffrey S. Gulinson & Associates, PC
Denver, CO
11.2015 - 03.2016
  • Reviewed medical records to identify potential malpractice issues.
  • Prepared affidavits summarizing relevant facts within a given case file.
  • Identified key facts from depositions, interrogatories, answers to requests for admissions and document production responses.
  • Coordinated expert witnesses' schedules for interviews or depositions.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Conducted legal research in state and federal court systems utilizing online databases such as Westlaw.
  • Maintained a database of all pleadings filed by opposing counsel in multiple jurisdictions across the country.
  • Organized trial notebooks containing pertinent information related to each case file including witness lists, medical records, deposition transcripts.
  • Organized and managed large volumes of case files for attorneys including paper and electronic formats.
  • Worked closely with attorneys throughout the entire litigation process providing assistance where needed.
  • Assisted with the preparation of witnesses for deposition or trial testimony.
  • Reviewed incoming mail; responded to basic inquiries from clients regarding case status or procedural matters; referred more complex questions to attorney and s.
  • Prepared exhibits for use at depositions, hearings, arbitrations and trials.
  • Provided support to attorneys in all aspects of litigation from initial client contact through post-trial activities.
  • Drafted, reviewed and revised pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, briefs, memoranda of law and other legal documents.
  • Negotiated settlements between parties involved in a dispute.
  • Tracked, stored and organized data in accordance with proper chain of custody protocols.
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Analyzed work product and created document productions using database platforms and performing quality control reviews and revising or improving documents where appropriate.
  • Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases.
  • Trained, supported and assisted case teams with best practice use of firm's e-discovery technology solutions, coordinating with and managing outside service providers and vendors.
  • Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
  • Obtained, reviewed and summarized medical records at direction of trial attorneys, consulting outside experts and arranging for medical examinations when relevant to cases.
  • Coordinated implementation of document databases for legal team document review and production.
  • Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
  • Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
  • Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
  • Assisted litigation teams on legal automation requirements and systems capabilities to facilitate investigatory or litigation decisions, trial preparation and trial presentation.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
  • Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.

Litigation Paralegal

Neighborhood Law Office
Denver, CO
04.2014 - 07.2015
  • Coordinated service of process with local sheriff's offices or private process servers.
  • Organized evidence for presentation at hearings or trials.
  • Analyzed financial records such as bank statements and tax returns for property division purposes in divorce proceedings.
  • Gathered supporting documentation from public agencies such as Social Security Administration or Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing witness lists for deposition or trial testimony.
  • Prepared exhibits for use during court hearings or depositions.
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents related to family law cases.
  • Scanned documents into electronic file formats for storage purposes.
  • Prepared correspondence between parties involved in a case.
  • Monitored deadlines for filing various forms required by the court system.
  • Filed pleadings electronically through e-filing systems.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, declarations, and other legal documents for family law cases.
  • Provided administrative support to lawyers by managing calendars, scheduling meetings, organizing files, and maintaining case databases.
  • Conducted interviews with clients to gather information relevant to the case.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing divorce settlements, child custody agreements, and other family law matters.
  • Maintained contact with clients throughout the duration of their case.
  • Updated client files regularly with new developments in their cases.
  • Proofread all legal documents prior to filing them with the court.
  • Collected, sorted, and managed files for each case.
  • Coordinated trial preparation, wrote documents and handled discovery.
  • Facilitated communication between opposing parties, the court and mediators.
  • Maintained docket for hearings, conferences, and meetings.
  • Achieved minimum billing requirements every month.
  • Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
  • Scheduled and coordinated depositions, hearings, trials, and meetings.
  • Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
  • Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Coordinated and managed case files, ensuring all documents were accurately filed and easily accessible.
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
  • Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
  • Monitored and updated clients on case progress, including significant developments.
  • Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
  • Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
  • Maintained contract database with relevant information for categorization and easy access.
  • Managed discovery process, including drafting discovery documents and coordinating document production.
  • Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
  • Drafted legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda.
  • Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
  • Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
  • Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.

Litigation Paralegal

The Sawaya Law Firm, P.C.
Denver, CO
03.2008 - 08.2013
  • Researched relevant case law to support arguments in pleadings or motions filed by attorneys.
  • Scheduled appointments with clients or witnesses for attorney interviews.
  • Maintained client contact information database.
  • Verified accuracy of billing statements from outside vendors such as expert witnesses or investigators.
  • Organized case files for easy retrieval of documents at any time during litigation process.
  • Prepared correspondence to clients, courts, insurance companies, and other parties involved in the case.
  • Updated docketing system with new activity on each case file.
  • Managed calendar deadlines for filing court documents.
  • Proofread all legal documents prior to submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Coordinated medical records requests from physicians and hospitals.
  • Organized exhibits for use during trial proceedings.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
  • Provided technical support to attorneys when needed to ensure accuracy of filings and timely submission of documents.
  • Reviewed and organized documents related to personal injury cases.
  • Prepared settlement agreements for review by attorneys.
  • Monitored progress of pending cases through regular follow-up with appropriate agencies.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing for trial by organizing exhibits and witness files.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems to update client profiles or track status of case activities.
  • Compiled evidence such as police reports, photographs, accident reconstruction reports.
  • Created summaries of depositions taken in preparation for trial.
  • Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
  • Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
  • Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
  • Trained, supported and assisted case teams with best practice use of firm's e-discovery technology solutions, coordinating with and managing outside service providers and vendors.
  • Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases.
  • Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
  • Obtained, reviewed and summarized medical records at direction of trial attorneys, consulting outside experts and arranging for medical examinations when relevant to cases.
  • Analyzed work product and created document productions using database platforms and performing quality control reviews and revising or improving documents where appropriate.
  • Tracked data, created graphs and completed calculations using Microsoft Excel.
  • Assisted litigation teams on legal automation requirements and systems capabilities to facilitate investigatory or litigation decisions, trial preparation and trial presentation.
  • Tracked, stored and organized data in accordance with proper chain of custody protocols.
  • Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Drafted correspondence, documented data and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
  • Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
  • Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
  • Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
  • Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
  • Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
  • Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
  • Called witnesses to give testimonies during court hearings.
  • Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
  • Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
  • Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
  • Created and updated case management and client account databases.
  • Processed closing documents and transactional documents for legal review.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Paralegal Studies

Everest University
02.2013

Skills

  • Type 70 wpm
  • 10key
  • MS Office
  • Adobe Pro
  • WordPerfect
  • Quickbooks
  • LexisNexis
  • Westlaw
  • CLEAR
  • Bluebook
  • Casepoint
  • Abacus Law
  • Time Matters
  • LawToolBox
  • Infushionsoft
  • Omega
  • Needles
  • Paperwise
  • ICloud
  • Adarant (Expert Time)
  • Net Documents
  • Nuance
  • Notary Public
  • Schedule Management
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Team Oversight
  • Understands confidentiality
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Litigation Support
  • Civil Law
  • Legal research skills
  • Expertise in legal proceedings
  • Attorney Support
  • Records Management
  • Power of attorney
  • Civil Litigation
  • Database Research
  • Contract Review
  • Proofreading
  • Calendar Management
  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Legal Research
  • Case Management
  • Document control support
  • File and Records Management
  • Client Communication
  • Legal Compliance
  • Document Preparation
  • File Organization
  • Case Summaries
  • Administrative Support

References

References upon Request

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Paralegal (Contractor)

C2 Alaska LLC
06.2021 - 05.2024

Contract Litigation Paralegal

Law Office of Joshua P. Reilly, LLC
10.2019 - 08.2022

Litigation Paralegal

The Paul Wilkinson Law Firm, LLC
08.2018 - 10.2019

Paralegal & Office Administrator

Hull & Zimmerman, P.C.
03.2016 - 08.2018

Senior Litigation Paralegal

Geoffrey S. Gulinson & Associates, PC
11.2015 - 03.2016

Litigation Paralegal

Neighborhood Law Office
04.2014 - 07.2015

Litigation Paralegal

The Sawaya Law Firm, P.C.
03.2008 - 08.2013

Bachelor's Degree - Paralegal Studies

Everest University

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