Kirsten Kounovsky
Fargo,ND
Summary
Accomplished Paralegal with a proven track record at Maring Williams Law Office, enhancing case efficiency by adeptly managing legal documentation and streamlining client communications. Excelled in drafting critical legal documents and fostering client relationships, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Contributed significantly to reducing attorney workload and improving team collaboration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Maring Williams Law Office
05.2008 - 12.2019
- Same as below.
Paralegal
Maring Williams Law Office
10.1994 - 04.1999
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Managed complex cases efficiently using specialized software programs designed for paralegal work to track information related to multiple parties over long periods of time.
- Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
- Increased collaboration among team members by coordinating meetings, conference calls, and video conferences with internal staff and external parties involved in cases.
- Facilitated efficient case resolution by attending depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials as necessary to assist attorneys in presentation of evidence or arguments.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge relevant to practice areas through continuous professional development opportunities such as seminars or webinars.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Conducted background investigations on defendant.
- Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for meetings and legal resolutions.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN05.1993
Skills
- Attorney Support
- Exhibit preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Client Support
- Legal Correspondence
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Correspondence Writing
- Document Editing
- Legal Terminology
- Data Confidentiality
- Good Judgment and Decision Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Paralegal
Maring Williams Law Office
05.2008 - 12.2019
Paralegal
Maring Williams Law Office
10.1994 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Minnesota State University Moorhead
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