Jessica Barrette
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
A detail-focused Paralegal with over a decade of experience working in various legal environments. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of legal terminologies, document management, and calendar management, along with a proven track record of drafting legal forms and correspondences. Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality and managing high call volumes effectively. Highly skilled in leveraging critical thinking abilities to analyze complex legal documents and deliver results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
Herman & Wells P.A.
06.2023 - Current
- Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
- Enhanced attorney preparation for trial by conducting thorough legal research and drafting memoranda.
- Facilitated timely resolution of cases through effective communication with opposing counsel and court personnel.
- Maintained client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Johnson Pope
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Managed complex commercial real estate transactions, resulting in timely closings and satisfied clients.
- Coordinated the execution of closing documents, ensuring all parties were informed about key deadlines and requirements.
- Created detailed spreadsheets tracking important dates related to leases such as rent increases, option periods, or notice requirements – allowing clients to effectively manage their real estate portfolios proactively.
Paralegal
Bernstein Law, PLLC
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Improved document organization by implementing a comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
- Maintained organized case files to ensure easy access to essential information for all team members.
- Managed discovery process efficiently, resulting in timely exchange of relevant information between parties involved in the case.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine correspondence such as subpoenas or requests for production.
- Expedited settlements negotiations by analyzing financial records and calculating potential damages accurately.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Litigation Paralegal
Dolman Law Group
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Contributed to the development of firm-wide best practices for paralegal work through active participation in team meetings and training sessions.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats.
- Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Fostered a positive work environment by contributing to a collaborative atmosphere among colleagues and providing mentorship to junior paralegals.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
Personal Injury Paralegal
Doyle & Mccabe
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Used document review tools to discover and inspect records.
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate - Paralegal Studies
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2016
Associate of Arts - Psychology
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL12.2014
Skills
Notary
Microsoft Office
Verbal and Written Communication
Critical Thinking
Document Management
Calendar Management
Understands Confidentiality
File and Records Management
Correspondence and Legal Forms Drafting
Paralegal Association of Florida
Florida Paralegal Association
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Herman & Wells P.A.
06.2023 - Current
Commercial Real Estate Paralegal
Johnson Pope
08.2021 - 06.2023
Paralegal
Bernstein Law, PLLC
05.2019 - 08.2021
Litigation Paralegal
Dolman Law Group
01.2017 - 04.2018
Personal Injury Paralegal
Doyle & Mccabe
01.2013 - 12.2015
Post-Baccalaureate - Paralegal Studies
St. Petersburg College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts - Psychology
St. Petersburg College
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