KAREN WHITE
13632 Dexter Ave., Apt 22, Detroit
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in organizational and project management skills, adept at handling competing priorities in fast-paced environments. Proven track record in managing complex schedules and utilizing office technologies to enhance productivity. Skilled in preparing high-quality briefing materials and presentations, demonstrating strong written and oral communication abilities. Known for maintaining confidentiality and professionalism while providing effective support to multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Lyft
Detroit
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service by maintaining a 5 star rating, enhancing rider satisfaction and loyalty.
- Engaged with riders to ensure a seamless journey experience, fostering positive relationships that resulted in repeat business.
- Demonstrated a commitment to safety and punctuality, contributing to a reliable service reputation within the community.
- Cultivated strong relationships with riders, ensuring a friendly atmosphere that encouraged repeat business and positive feedback.
- Committed to providing a safe and punctual ride experience, fostering trust and reliability among passengers.
Paralegal
Kallabat & Associates, P.C.
Farmington Hills
05.2012 - 01.2023
- Drafted and filed bankruptcy pleadings, enhancing case efficiency and resolution.
- Collaborated with Chapter 13 Trustee staff and creditor attorneys to address and resolve case issues.
- Provided administrative support in a fast-paced environment, maintaining organized case files and ensuring efficient workflow.
- Trained staff in pleadings preparation, improving team productivity and accuracy.
- Reviewed pleadings with clients, ensuring understanding and alignment with legal strategies.
- Prepared case law summaries for court, supporting informed legal decision-making.
- Assisted attorneys with case preparation, ensuring timely access to critical documents and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Conducted legal research to inform case strategies, leading to more effective arguments and improved client outcomes.
- Managed case files and documentation, enhancing organization and reducing retrieval time by implementing a streamlined filing system.
- Oversaw client communication, providing clear updates and ensuring compliance with legal procedures, which strengthened client trust.
- Reviewed and analyzed broad range of financial and legal documents meticulously, contributing to precise case presentations and minimizing errors.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates and deadlines related to cases.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information, deadlines and outcomes.
- Advised attorney on probable outcomes of cases based on legal precedents and personal knowledge and research.
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, including letters, emails, and faxes.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
Paralegal
Law Office of Richard F. Nahabedian, J.D.
Southfield
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Prepared billing statements and applications for attorney fees and costs.
- Preparation of pleadings to be filed in bankruptcy cases.
- Work with Chapter 13 Trustee staff to resolve case issues.
- Assisted attorneys by drafting legal documents, improving turnaround time and ensuring compliance with court requirements.
- Streamlined document preparation processes, significantly reducing turnaround times and enhancing overall efficiency.
Legal Assistant
Chapter 13 Standing Trustee
Detroit
02.2004 - 07.2011
- Analyzed bankruptcy cases, ensuring compliance with the Bankruptcy Code, including Local Bankruptcy Rules and improving case outcomes.
- Collaborated with attorneys, resolving complex issues.
- Trained new staff, boosting team efficiency and reducing case preparation time.
- Drafted legal objections, strengthening case integrity and supporting court decisions.
- Led pre-hearing conferences, streamlining processes and improving resolution rates.
- Streamlined document preparation processes, significantly reducing turnaround times.
- Reviewed financial statements and legal documents, identifying discrepancies that led to improved case accuracy and reduced errors.
- Liaised with debtor and creditor attorneys to facilitate negotiations, fostering positive relationships and promoting successful case resolutions.
- Maintained comprehensive case files and records, ensuring meticulous documentation for audits and legal reviews.
Education
Master's Degree - Human Services
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2009
Master's Degree - Business Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2007
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice Administration
Concordia University-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.2005
Skills
- Legal Research and Analysis
- Case Management
- Client Relations
- Document Review
- Team Training
- Filing Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Process Improvement
- Detailed Financial Analysis
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Schedule management
- Effective oral/written communication
Timeline
Driver
Lyft
01.2022 - Current
Paralegal
Kallabat & Associates, P.C.
05.2012 - 01.2023
Paralegal
Law Office of Richard F. Nahabedian, J.D.
08.2011 - 10.2012
Legal Assistant
Chapter 13 Standing Trustee
02.2004 - 07.2011
Master's Degree - Human Services
Liberty University
Master's Degree - Business Administration
Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice Administration
Concordia University-Ann Arbor