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Kathy Y. Butts

Lauderhill,FL

Summary

Skilled legal assistant with over 25 years experience in pre-litigation with background in supporting legal teams in fast-paced environments. Experience includes interviewing of potential clients, managing case preparation, drafting documents. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing trials and other legal proceedings. Strong organization skills, ability to communicate complex information clearly, and adept multitasking. Track record of contributing to successful case outcomes through meticulous preparation and effective teamwork.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-Litigation & PIP Litigation Assistant

Marks & Fleischer, P.A.
09.1995 - 07.2025
  • Conduct client intakes for bodily injury claims both in person and by phone.
  • Manage client case files—digitally and physically—including medical records, law enforcement reports, and insurance documentation.
  • Coordinate legal consultations, maintain client communication, and serve as primary point of contact between firms, clients, and third parties.
  • Prepare and assemble detailed demand packages for attorney review.
  • Draft demand letters and assist with settlement documentation, releases, and distribution statements.
  • Negotiate medical lien(s) to improve final settlements for clients.
  • Ensure all legal deadlines are tracked and met through effective scheduling and monitoring.
  • Support litigation preparation: scheduling depositions and mediations, drafting pleadings and motions, and preparing trial exhibits.
  • Facilitate professional interactions with courts, insurance adjusters, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel.
  • Oversee legal supply inventory and manage procurement for daily office operations.

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

South Broward Legal Services, Inc.
04.1991 - 09.1995
  • Provided front-line client service and managed a high-volume phone system.
  • Scheduled legal consultations and maintained appointment calendars.
  • Handled outgoing/incoming mail, invoices, and court filing documentation.
  • Maintained financial logs for postage and billing records.

Education

No Degree - Real Estate Sales Associate

Urban Real Estate School
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08-2025

High School Diploma -

South Plantation High School
Plantation, FL
06.1985

VOLUNTEER

  • Evolve Financial Services – Oakland Park, FL
  • Client Intake Representative | February – March 2024
  • Greeted clients, collected documentation, and organized tax folders.
  • Directed clients to appropriate staff under IRS Free File Program.

SKILLS

SKILLS

  • Case management
  • Client Relations & Communication
  • Scheduling & Calendar Management
  • Document Preparation & Filing
  • Data Entry & Record Keeping
  • Legal & General Office Procedures
  • Office Equipment Management
  • Office Administration & Support
  • Computer Operations:

      Microsoft Word, Outlook, Word Perfect. Client Profiles, Aderant 

  • Scheduling witness statements, depositions, hearings
  • Time Management
  • Case file organization
  • Motion Drafting
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Aderant Total Office
  • Client Profiles
  • Team Collaboration
  • Notary Public

Timeline

Pre-Litigation & PIP Litigation Assistant

Marks & Fleischer, P.A.
09.1995 - 07.2025

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

South Broward Legal Services, Inc.
04.1991 - 09.1995

No Degree - Real Estate Sales Associate

Urban Real Estate School

High School Diploma -

South Plantation High School

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