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Katie Dauksch
Summary
I am a paralegal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to mass tort law. I'm experienced in working with diverse populations to optimize representation. I am pursuing a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Asbestos Trust Lead Paralegal
SWMW Law
St Louis, MO
02.2019 - Current
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Handled large case load (over 400) and prioritized rush cases due to rapidly declining client health.
- Prepared affidavits for client signature and tracked signed affidavits in case management system.
- Submitted claims to asbestos bankruptcy trusts and tracked status of claims until payment received.
- Prepared responses to randomized external audits of claims and communicated with external audit counsel.
- Developed and implemented training strategies and guidelines to better meet standards of external audits.
Toxic Tort Paralegal
HeplerBroom LLC
Edwardsville, IL
10.2013 - 01.2019
- Analyzed incoming discovery and advised attorneys of any issues or potential objections.
- Collected medical and non-medical records tracking deadlines.
- Communicated with opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Filed legal documents such as entries of appearance and discovery responses with local courts.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Revised and finalized dismissals
- Assisted with jury investigation and deposition review
Office Coordinator/Receptionist
Re/Max Preferred Partners
Edwardsville, IL
08.2012 - 10.2013
- Responsible for reviewing real estate listing and sales contracts for completeness; collecting, building, & proofing advertisements; coordinating with local newspapers and magazines; data entry; greeting clients; answering phones.
Pre-K Teacher/Caregiver
Kreative Kids
Bunker Hill, IL
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Handled large case load (over 400) and prioritized rush cases due to rapidly declining client health.
- Prepared affidavits for client signature and tracked signed affidavits in case management system.
- Submitted claims to asbestos bankruptcy trusts and tracked status of claims until payment received.
- Prepared responses to randomized external audits of claims and communicated with external audit counsel.
- Developed and implemented training strategies and guidelines to better meet standards of external audits.
Education
AAS - Paralegal Studies
Lewis and Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL01.2016
BA - Film Studies
Webster University
Webster Groves, MO01.2010
High School - undefined
Bunker Hill High School
Bunker Hill, WV01.2007
Skills
- Litigation support
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Case management
- Project management
- File pleadings
- File and records management
- Compliance monitoring
- Attorney support
- Proficient in MS office
Interests
Timeline
Asbestos Trust Lead Paralegal
SWMW Law
02.2019 - Current
Toxic Tort Paralegal
HeplerBroom LLC
10.2013 - 01.2019
Office Coordinator/Receptionist
Re/Max Preferred Partners
08.2012 - 10.2013
Pre-K Teacher/Caregiver
Kreative Kids
01.2007 - 01.2012
BA - Film Studies
Webster University
High School - undefined
Bunker Hill High School
AAS - Paralegal Studies
Lewis and Clark Community College