John Boxell
San Diego,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Paralegal with a solid foundation in legal research and case management. Known for efficiently supporting attorneys and contributing to successful case outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in drafting legal documents and managing case files.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Gates, Gonter, Guy, Proudfoot & Muench
San Diego, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Prepare written discovery requests and responses.
- Prepare, analyze, and draft legal documents.
- Conduct research using online resources such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Schedule meetings with clients.
- Locate and interview experts and witnesses.
- Request, review, and summarize medical and billing records.
- Assist with trial preparation including page line summaries, witness lists, exhibit lists, jury instructions, exhibits and trial notebooks.
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Farmer Case & Fedor
San Diego, CA
11.2015 - 11.2022
- Prepare written discovery requests and responses.
- Prepare, analyze, and draft legal documents.
- Conduct research using online resources such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
- Schedule meetings with clients.
- Locate and interview experts and witnesses.
- Request, review, and summarize medical and billing records.
- Assist with trial preparation including page line summaries, witness lists, exhibit lists, jury instructions, exhibits and trial notebooks.
- Train new paralegals with carrier procedures, guidelines and billable hours.
File Room Manager
Farmer Case & Fedor
San Diego, CA
08.2011 - 11.2015
- Implemented new filing system.
- Filed records in alphabetical and numerical order for easy storing and accessing.
- Maintained the order and labeling of the centralized filing cabinets.
- Answered multi-line phone system and performed filing, faxing, and copying duties.
- Ordered supplies for the firm.
File Clerk
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
San Diego, CA
01.2008 - 06.2011
- Coded, managed, and reviewed documents using Concordance and NetDocuments software.
- Modified and improved filing systems.
- Placed materials into storage receptacles, such as computer software, file cabinets, boxes, bins, or drawers, according to classification and identification information.
Education
Paralegal Certificate - ABA Approved
UCSD Extension
San Diego, CA01-2015
Computer Information Systems
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA01-2011
Master Recording Engineer - Recording Arts & Sciences
Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
Tempe, AZ01-2005
Diploma - undefined
Chula Vista High School
Chula Vista, CA01-1994
Skills
- Legal research
- Proficient in MS office
- Case management
- Client communication
EXPERTISE AND ACHIEVEMENTS
- (ABA) approved paralegal certificate from UCSD Extension.
- CompTIA A+ certification.
- Promoted to paralegal in November 2015.
- Experienced in hours tracking and billing with Amicus Attorney software and Coyote.
- Expertise in working with MS Office suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- Familiarity with the electronic and paper filing rules and practices.
- Detail-oriented, self-starter with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Timeline
Paralegal
Gates, Gonter, Guy, Proudfoot & Muench
01.2023 - Current
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Farmer Case & Fedor
11.2015 - 11.2022
File Room Manager
Farmer Case & Fedor
08.2011 - 11.2015
File Clerk
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
01.2008 - 06.2011
Computer Information Systems
San Diego City College
Master Recording Engineer - Recording Arts & Sciences
Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences
Diploma - undefined
Chula Vista High School
Paralegal Certificate - ABA Approved
UCSD Extension