Graduate in paralegal studies with 5+ years of experience in the legal field. A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills looking to assist attorneys and other support staff to better productivity and workflow.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Paralegal
Property Claims Attorneys, PLLC
10.2020 - 07.2023
Handled case matters in property insurance law
Managed over 50 cases in active litigation
Coordinated depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, examinations under oath, and appointments
Drafted and filed various pleadings such as complaints, motions, and notices
Prepared and coordinated responses to discovery requests
Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels
Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail
Coordinated hearings, trials, and conferences with opposing counsel and various court personnel
Organized evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial
Coordinated property inspections with clients, public adjusters, engineers, and insurance adjusters
Reviewed repair estimates, invoices, and receipts to determine total amount of damages
Skilled in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, case management system (Practice Panther)
Paralegal
Haug, Farrar & Franco
09.2017 - 09.2020
Handled case matters in personal injury, workers’ compensation, family law, and criminal law
Managed over 100 cases in pre-litigation and active litigation
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations
Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request
Coordinated depositions, hearings, mediations, deadlines, and appointments
Drafted and filed various pleadings such as complaints, motions, and settlement agreements
Attended trial and assisted counsel in exhibit organization
Communicated with clients daily regarding case updates and provide solutions for client’s concerns
Communicated with opposing attorneys and insurance adjusters via telephone, email, or written correspondence
Ordered subrogation liens from health insurance providers, such as Medicare
Ordered medical records and bills from medical providers
Prepared and submitted settlement demands to insurance companies
Reviewed medical records and prepared medical treatment summaries
Communicated and coordinated hearings/conferences with various court personnel including administrative law judge’s, court administrators, and court clerks
Skilled in Microsoft office, case management system (Clio), electronic court systems, court docketing
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Technology
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, MS
05.2018
Additional Information
Recommendation letters provided upon request.
Timeline
Litigation Paralegal
Property Claims Attorneys, PLLC
10.2020 - 07.2023
Paralegal
Haug, Farrar & Franco
09.2017 - 09.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Technology