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Kimberly West

Atlanta,GA

Summary

A dedicated and driven candidate adept at effectively managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Committed to securing a new role, eager to contribute to the success of a team, and willing to take on additional responsibilities to meet collective goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Dorris and Associates International, LLC.
06.2024 - Current
  • Case Management;
  • Provide litigation support.
  • Evaluate and organize file material and legal documents.
  • Track and manage case deadlines.
  • Act as a liaison between the Principal Consultants and clients.
  • Annotate key facts within Product Liability deposition transcripts.
  • Prepare a Case Summary Analysis to prepare for trial.
  • Conduct case-related and subject-specific research for Principal Consultants.
  • Effectively collaborates in a team environment and work independently as needed.

Insurance Defense Paralegal

Fain, Major & Brennan, P.C
06.2022 - Current
  • Evaluated new file material.
  • Composed non-party requests and non-compliant letters.
  • Managed scheduling for multiple attorneys' depositions, mediations, client calls, and third-party witness meetings.
  • Negotiated with opposing counsel, experts, and third parties.
  • Retained experts for claim analysis and trials.
  • Collaborated with Lead Counsel to develop strategies for each case.
  • Prepared necessary pleadings as needed.
  • Assessed and summarized confidential third-party evidence, including medical records, for ongoing investigation needs.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain case information and evidence.
  • Prepare exhibits for forthcoming depositions and trials.
  • Provide updates to insurance adjusters and defendants.
  • Prepared an inventory of third-party evidence, invoices, and correspondence for litigation needs.
  • Managed discovery projects.

Insurance Defense Paralegal

Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP
06.2015 - 07.2021
  • Prepared memos, interrogatories, supplemental discovery, case analysis, quarterly assessments, affidavits, and letters to third-party entities and consultants for attorney review
  • Analyzed extensive file materials and pleadings exchanged during litigation
  • Examined and summarized confidential medical records
  • Consulted with opposing counsel, other defense counsel, court personnel, clients, & healthcare providers
  • Investigated complaints, pleadings, motions, and evidence to assess the admissibility and relevance of the case
  • Managed and draft summons, subpoenas, motions, and appeals to facilitate timely court proceedings
  • Conducted interviews with clients and witnesses for fact investigation
  • Audited and researched complex first-party property insurance matters, Georgia Workers' Compensation, immigration, and criminal law
  • Aided and advised attorneys to prepare for examination under oaths, mediations, depositions, and federal & state court proceedings
  • Guided and cultivated five (5) entry-level new paralegals into the legal environment

Education

Public Health

The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

Bachelor of Arts - History

The University of Georgia
Athens, GA
08.2014

Skills

  • Litigation support
  • Case analysis
  • Electronic discovery
  • Court procedures
  • Legal document preparation
  • Client communication
  • Legal writing
  • Confidentiality
  • Interview skills
  • Customer service
  • Teamwork
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Research and data collection
  • Critical thinking
  • Microsoft Suite

Awards

  • Paralegal Monthly Bonus Recipient, 2022-2024
  • Paralegal Quarterly Bonus Recipient, 2017-2021
  • The Carter Center Five Year Volunteer Award Recipient, 2018
  • Home Depot Homer Award Recipient, 2014
  • The UGA Costa Rica Foundation Incentive Scholarship Recipient, 2013 & 2014
  • UGA @ Oxford Foundation Incentive Scholarship Recipient, 2012
  • UGA @ Oxford Assistance Award Recipient, 2012
  • Alumni Association Study Abroad Fellowship Recipient, 2012
  • Brent Clark Debate Scholarship Recipient, 2011-2012
  • Hope Scholarship Recipient, 2008-2012

Timeline

Research Assistant

Dorris and Associates International, LLC.
06.2024 - Current

Insurance Defense Paralegal

Fain, Major & Brennan, P.C
06.2022 - Current

Insurance Defense Paralegal

Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP
06.2015 - 07.2021

Public Health

The University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Bachelor of Arts - History

The University of Georgia

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