Kierra Rudolph
Matawan,NJ
Summary
Focused and dedicated Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads, and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes, and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies. Persistent and resourceful problem solver with excellent research and communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal Manager
Cohen ,Placitella & Roth
RED BANK, New Jersey
08.2023 - Current
- Managed a team of paralegals to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks.
- Created case summaries and reports for attorneys, summarizing key points from client interviews.
- Monitored court dockets to ensure deadlines were met on all cases.
- Coordinated attorney schedules, including hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
- Developed training materials for new paralegals on legal processes and procedures.
- Conducted research using both online databases and physical resources such as law libraries.
- Prepared pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, memoranda of law, discovery requests, jury instructions, deposition notices, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Managed workplace productivity and coordination of 8 attorneys, 6 paralegals, and other legal personnel.
- Acted as a liaison between the Senior Partner and clients, maintaining strong relationships.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive reports, spreadsheets, and databases to track important information and deadlines.
- Collaborated with other members of the legal team to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow within the department.
- Ad-hoc projects and assignments as directed by the Senior Partner, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Paralegal
Paramount (In House)
New York, NY
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Worked with legal counsel across multiple Paramount brands (BET, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, MTV, et al) regarding legal issues relating to multi-platform programming, including intellectual property, defamation, privacy, right of publicity, and handled related claims and a variety of pre-litigation matters.
- Maintained and updated PCR databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Coordinate requests for review with various production groups and serve as a primary point of contact for those groups
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Drafted responses to office actions and other correspondence from the USPTO.
- Prepared documents for filing with USPTO such as applications, assignments, petitions, and affidavits.
- Researched cases law related to intellectual property matters.
- Assisted in preparing IP litigation materials including pleadings, discovery requests and responses.
- Interpreted legal documents such as non-disclosure agreements or license agreements.
- Drafted and reviewed standard license and location agreements, and vet and redline third-party agreements, in consultation with other legal teams.
IP Paralegal
Giordano Halleran & Ciesla
Red Banks, New Jersey
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Managed trademark prosecution docketing system ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Assisted in preparing IP litigation materials including pleadings, discovery requests and responses.
- Provided support in the preparation of licensing agreements and contracts relating to patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
- Performed research on a variety of IP topics including trademark registration requirements or copyright protection laws.
- Maintained records of all filed patent and trademark applications.
- Collaborated with attorneys on various projects involving intellectual property rights.
- Prepared reports summarizing the current status of intellectual property portfolios.
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted correspondence, documented data, and submitted materials to appropriate parties.
- Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
- Correspondence between Fortune 500 clients regarding the status of applications related filings.
- Coordinated email and fax communication system between the USPTO and the firms IP attorneys.
Legal HR Assistant
Patient Care
Newark, NJ
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Assisted in the drafting and reviewing of employment contracts.
- Provided legal advice on HR matters.
- Managed employee disputes and investigations.
- Maintained employee records and ensured compliance with labor laws.
- Conducting background checks and assisted in the recruitment process.
- Provided support in disciplinary and grievance issues.
- Monitored changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment.
- Supported the HR team in implementing legal changes to HR policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of HR policies and procedures.
- Provided training to the HR team on legal matters.
- Assisted in the recruitment and interviewing process by scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and providing administrative support to hiring managers.
- Organized and maintained personnel records including new hire paperwork and changes to employment status.
Paralegal Intern
American Lawyer Media (ALM)
New York, NY
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Drafting Master service agreements, Product Agreements, License Agreements, and subscription agreements.
- Perform general legal work as required
- Researched regulatory requirements for each state and assisted in updating compliance materials accordingly
- Collaborated with various departments to ensure adherence with compliance standards
- Assisted with corporate agreement review and system sorting
- Assisted with legal structure verifications and review
- Assisted with legal and State compliance projects as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Minor in Legal Studies
Berkley College
Newark, NJ06-2016
Skills
- Document Management
- Litigation Support
- Contract Review
- Legal Research
- Proficient in MS Office
- Project Management
- Exceptional writer
- Understands confidentiality
Certification
- Certified Paralegal issued July 2017.
Timeline
Paralegal Manager
Cohen ,Placitella & Roth
08.2023 - Current
Paralegal
Paramount (In House)
07.2020 - 08.2023
IP Paralegal
Giordano Halleran & Ciesla
06.2017 - 07.2020
Legal HR Assistant
Patient Care
06.2015 - 07.2017
Paralegal Intern
American Lawyer Media (ALM)
08.2013 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Minor in Legal Studies
Berkley College
- Certified Paralegal issued July 2017.
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