KENIA FUENTES
Greenville,S.C.
Summary
Dynamic Lead Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal with extensive experience, adept at managing high volume cases and training teams. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I excel in problem-solving and have utilized several different law practice management software for efficient case management. Proven track record in complex litigations and exceptional communication skills ensure client satisfaction and timely project completion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal
Justpoint
10.2024 - Current
- Lead paralegal for various Mass Tort litigations ensuring the smooth progress of cases.
- Drafting individual and joinder complaints and electronically filing them through PACER.
- Conduct initial case reviews to assist attorneys in evaluating the merits of each case.
- Prepare legal documents for litigation cases and court proceedings.
- Developing and managing spreadsheets to coordinate case assignments and allocate team tasks, ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to all deadlines.
- Provide guidance to legal assistants on the proper procedures for cases, while also training new members on how to accurately complete plaintiff fact sheets and Census Forms.
- Resolved issues encountered by paralegals and escalated complex matters to the attorney.
- Organize case files and maintain accurate records for attorney review.
- Communicate with clients to gather information and provide case updates.
- Organize large volumes of data into databases for use in document reviews or case management systems.
Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Initiated litigation by drafting Civil Cover Sheet and Complaint for Plaintiffs and e-filing with PACER.
- Drafted and completed Plaintiff Fact Sheets and submitted documents to defense counsel.
- Revised and updated Plaintiff Fact Sheets to ensure accuracy of information.
- Request and review relevant and all medical records for each client for proof of use of medications and proof of injury.
- Assist in trial preparation such as collecting, organizing, summarizing, and evaluating medical records in the discovery process.
- Maintained ongoing communication with opposing counsel to facilitate timely discovery.
- Gathered and organized evidence, including insurance documents and client statements, to support case development.
- Uploaded medical records and other legal documents to the Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) platform for case management.
- Communicated with multiple clients daily, providing updates on case progress and relevant information.
Worker's Compensation and Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
George Sink Injury Lawyers, P.A.
Greenville, S.C.
09.2017 - 11.2021
- Managed heavy case workload.
- After intake, set up claims with insurance companies.
- Requested and obtained medical records and billing to support case development.
- Followed up on requests daily, proficiently requested and obtained subrogation liens from health insurance companies and worker's compensation insurance companies.
- Filed a Form 50 with the Commission to initiate litigation and request a hearing.
- Followed up on subpoenas and subrogation liens, ensuring timely receipt of necessary discovery.
- Effectively gathered evidence and discovery such as medical records, employment history, employment files, surveillance videos, written statements from medical professionals, scheduling independent medical evaluations or vocational evaluations, FOIA, and defendant's criminal records.
- Supported attorneys by drafting briefs, motions, discovery requests and responses, APA's, notices of deposition, and subpoenas.
- Prepared demand letters and demand packets for auto accident cases to send to insurance companies.
- Prepared briefs and APA's to submit to court for worker's compensation cases.
- Efficiently drafted Civil Cover Sheet and Summons and Complaint to commence litigation lawsuit for personal injury cases.
- Drafted Interrogatories and Requests for Production as well as Answers and Responses to Defendant's Interrogatories and Requests for Production.
- Prepared motions against opposing counsel.
- Coordinated scheduling of client meetings, hearings, depositions, mediations, and deadlines for multiple attorneys.
- Advised all the proper parties to remove hearings from dockets or cancel trial if pre-negotiations take place and all parties come to an agreement before the hearing or trial.
Worker's Compensation & Personal Injury Paralegal
The Carolina Law Group
Greenville, S.C.
12.2015 - 08.2016
- Initiated intakes for new Workers' Compensation and auto accident claims and obtained all vital information for their case.
- Coordinated insurance claims for auto accidents and drafted Form 50s for new worker's compensation filings, ensuring all necessary documentation was accurate and complete.
- Requested and secured medical records promptly, supporting case preparation and strengthening client claims.
- Managed client communication, medical records, billing, and liens.
- Coordinated with clients to facilitate settlement discussions.
- Compiled and submitted demand packages to insurance companies, facilitating negotiations after attorney review.
- Put together APA's and briefs for hearings.
Education
Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies/Applied Science
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC, USA01-2016
Skills
- Personal Injury Pre-litigation
- Personal Injury Litigation
- Workers' Compensation
- Mass Tort Litigation
- Experience with PACER
- Litify
- Prevail
- SmartAdvocate
- Needles
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Detail-oriented
- Problem Solver
- Skilled with G-Suite
Accomplishments
• Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
• Dean's List
• Dean's List
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal
Justpoint
10.2024 - Current
Mass Tort Litigation Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
12.2021 - 10.2024
Worker's Compensation and Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal
George Sink Injury Lawyers, P.A.
09.2017 - 11.2021
Worker's Compensation & Personal Injury Paralegal
The Carolina Law Group
12.2015 - 08.2016
Associate Degree - Paralegal Studies/Applied Science
Greenville Technical College