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Jessica Taranovich

Paralegal
Titusville,FL

Summary

Hardworking dedicated Paralegal well versed at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and adaptability. Highly detail orientated in organizing and maintaining legal documents. Commended for superb office management abilities, including scheduling, file maintenance, billing and correspondence. Enthusiastic individual possessing a Notary Certificate and proficiency in MyCase, Clio, and MS Office Software.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Paralegal

Mostert Law
Melbourne, FL
12.2023 - Current
  • Drafting legal documents pertaining to Family Law and maintaining and managing case files with updates.
  • Reviewed and assisted clients with various pleadings.
  • Scheduled hearings with Judicial Assistants, Mediators, Clients, and Opposing.
  • Improved document organization by implementing comprehensive file management system for easy access to essential case materials.
  • Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
  • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
  • Facilitated timely preparation of Billable Time, Client's Bills, and Invoices.

Waitress

Dixie Crossroads
Titusville, FL
04.2011 - Current
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business and maintained regular clients.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Trained new servers on restaurant policies and procedures.

Paralegal Intern

Mostert Law Office
Melbourne, FL
9 2023 - 12.2023
  • Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation, and printing digital materials and displays.
  • Answered client calls to respond to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain applicable information.
  • Adhered to privacy laws to avert possible information breaches and protect client data.
  • Facilitated communication in client pre-trial meetings to enhance courtroom strategies.
  • Communicated pertinent information to over 30 clients via phone, email, mail, and MyCase Software.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases, sent applicable letters, and invoices.
  • Produced legal documents such as petitions, pleadings, discovery, and motions.
  • Attended court hearings and trial preparations to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Organized Attorney Calendar for cases and uploaded documents into MyCase.
  • Proficient in MyCase and Clio Software to maintain office organization and management.

Education

Associate of Science - Paralegal

Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL
08.2018 - 12.2023

Associate of Arts - General/Paralegal

Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL
08.2016 - 12.2023

Skills

  • Diligent and resourceful in conducting legal research for Family court and Custody cases

  • Able to calmly confer with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information and maintain relationships

  • Resilience to serve as a liaison between the attorney and clients to ensure positive, communications at all points

  • Proficient in document filing on the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal

  • Highly organized in gathering Mandatory Discovery and the procedures in Civil Law

  • Trustworthy in handling confidential information

  • Diligent and resourceful in conducting legal research for Family court and Custody cases

  • Attorney Support

Timeline

Paralegal

Mostert Law
12.2023 - Current

Associate of Science - Paralegal

Eastern Florida State College
08.2018 - 12.2023

Associate of Arts - General/Paralegal

Eastern Florida State College
08.2016 - 12.2023

Waitress

Dixie Crossroads
04.2011 - Current

Paralegal Intern

Mostert Law Office
9 2023 - 12.2023
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