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Karen Johnson

Litigation Paralegal
Columbus,GA

Summary

Results-driven paralegal professional with over 4 years of experience specializing in personal injury and insurance defense. Proficient in drafting legal documents, organizing case files, managing discovery processes, and providing comprehensive support to attorneys during trial preparation. Demonstrated ability to effectively handle multiple cases simultaneously, collaborate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel, ensuring seamless legal proceedings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal – Insurance Defense Litigation

Levy, Sibley, Foreman, and Speir, LLC
10.2023 - Current
  • Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials by drafting and organizing pleadings, discovery, and exhibits.
  • Conduct preliminary legal research and track updates on relevant case law.
  • Draft and proofread legal documents including motions, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence.
  • Manage multiple litigation cases simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and court requirements are met.
  • Collaborate on case strategy and communication with clients, adjusters, and experts.

Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Supported high-volume personal injury litigation cases from intake through resolution.
  • Drafted shell pleadings, reviewed medical records, and summarized case details for attorney strategy.
  • Maintained detailed documentation in case management software, tracked court deadlines, and scheduled client events.

Paralegal – Criminal, Family & Civil Litigation

A. Smith Litigation
08.2021 - 09.2023
  • Conducted client and witness interviews to gather critical information for family law and civil cases.
  • Drafted motions, discovery, and trial prep materials.
  • Communicated directly with courts, opposing counsel, and third parties.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Troy University
Troy, AL

Skills

  • Litigation & Trial Prep

  • Personal Injury & Insurance Defense

  • Legal Drafting & Discovery

  • Client & Witness Interviews

  • Legal Research & Case Strategy

  • Medical Record Review

  • Calendar & Deadline Management

  • Case Management Software (Clio, Needles, MyCase)

  • E-Filing (PeachCourt, CM/ECF)

  • Confidential Document Handling

Certification

CNP - Certified Notary Public

Timeline

Paralegal – Insurance Defense Litigation

Levy, Sibley, Foreman, and Speir, LLC
10.2023 - Current

Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan
01.2023 - 10.2023

Paralegal – Criminal, Family & Civil Litigation

A. Smith Litigation
08.2021 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Troy University

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