JoAnn Lowe
Modesto,CA
Summary
Results-driven legal professional with extensive experience at the Law Office of Christina Lopez, specializing in case analysis, legal document preparation, and advocacy for injured workers. Skilled in drafting comprehensive legal briefs, managing complex case files, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes. Proactive and goal-oriented, with strong time management, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and a quick learning curve consistently contributing to team efficiency and organizational success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hearing Representative
Law Office of Christina Lopez
02.2021 - Current
- Provide resolution of workers’ compensation claims under the supervision of an attorney, ensuring strategic and compliant case handling.
- Provide legal representation at WCAB hearings, ADR conferences, and SIF proceedings, advocating for injured workers within the authorized scope.
- Coordinate case development and settlement efforts through regular communication with injured workers, claims administrators, defense counsel, and medical providers.
- Prepare, review, and file legal documents, including DORs, Petitions, Stipulations, and C&Rs, as well as legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Analyze medical records and case evidence to support settlement strategies and prepare for hearings, conferences, and negotiations.
Paralegal
Kelly, Duarte, Urstoeger & Ruble
04.2011 - 01.2021
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and Adjusters.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
Legal Assistant
Rancano & Rancano
03.2007 - 04.2011
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Handled Attorney schedule, scheduled court hearings and depositions and filed documents in EAMS.
- Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
Education
Paralegal Certification - Paralegal Studies
Abrams College
Modesto, CASkills
Case analysis
Legal research
Legal Document Drafting
Critical thinking
Organizational skills
Time management
Certification
- Licensed Insurance Producer - 01/04/2007
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Hearing Representative
Law Office of Christina Lopez
02.2021 - Current
Paralegal
Kelly, Duarte, Urstoeger & Ruble
04.2011 - 01.2021
Legal Assistant
Rancano & Rancano
03.2007 - 04.2011
Paralegal Certification - Paralegal Studies
Abrams College
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