Jessica Ross
Texarkana,Texas
Summary
Dedicated litigation paralegal with a strong background in legal research and case preparation. Experienced in supporting attorneys with litigation tasks, including drafting legal documents, conducting investigations, and managing case files. Detail-oriented, organized, and adept at multitasking in a fast-paced legal environment.
Business professional prepared for leadership roles in dynamic environments. Proven ability to drive business growth through strategic planning and innovation. Known for fostering collaborative teams and adapting to changing market demands. Expertise includes financial management, operational planning, and effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner/Manager
GC Grocery
01.2025 - Current
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
- Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization.
Insurance Defense Paralegal
Norton+Wood PLLC
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Reduced outside counsel costs by performing extensive internal legal research to assist attorneys in forming defenses.
- Helped attorneys prepare for hearings, depositions, mediations and trials.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing prompt and accurate updates on case progress and developments.
- Ensured compliance with court deadlines by meticulously tracking filing dates and submitting required documentation promptly.
Litigation Paralegal
Flint, Crawford & Cogburn PLLC
11.2020 - 03.2024
- 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.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness files, and drafting jury instructions.
- Maintained an organized file system for all case related materials.
- Managed document production process, including identifying relevant documents, locating witnesses and obtaining necessary authorizations.
- Provided administrative support such as scheduling meetings and appointments.
- Participated in client conferences as needed to assist attorneys with strategy development.
- 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.
- Reviewed discovery responses and generated privilege logs.
- Analyzed medical records to identify pertinent facts that could be used in a court proceeding.
- Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
Assistant Manager
PNG Trucking LLC
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Coordinated trucking services for delivery of goods off-site as required by customers.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve customer service issues related to trucking operations.
- Coordinated trucking schedules between warehouses and customers' locations.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings regarding new rules or regulations related to the trucking industry.
- Liaised with trucking companies for transportation of goods between warehouses or distribution centers.
- Reviewed daily trucking logs and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed relationships with external partners such as customs brokers, trucking companies.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries made during shift using computerized tracking systems.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of goods.
- Participated in physical inventories when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arkadelphia High School
Arkadelphia, AR05-2016
Skills
- Legal Documentation
- Client Communication
- Document organization
- Litigation Support
- Witness interviews
- Disposition records management
- Document Preparation
- Microsoft Office
- Relationship Building
- Filing System Organization
Timeline
Co-Owner/Manager
GC Grocery
01.2025 - Current
Insurance Defense Paralegal
Norton+Wood PLLC
09.2024 - 01.2025
Litigation Paralegal
Flint, Crawford & Cogburn PLLC
11.2020 - 03.2024
Assistant Manager
PNG Trucking LLC
05.2016 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Arkadelphia High School
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