Korie Yarborough
Houston,TX
Summary
I am a dedicated and reliable professional with a proven ability to manage a high volume of assignments efficiently. I am recognized for my positive attitude and adaptability, consistently willing to adjust tasks and support my team throughout the day. My goal is to leverage my education, experience, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills to excel as a Paralegal or Assistant. I aim to contribute immediately to the company's goals while fostering my own personal and professional growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation and Intellectual Property Paralegal
Ewing and Jones, PLLC
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained organized records of correspondence, filings, and deadlines to ensure timely action on all matters.
- Provided support during trials and mediations, contributing to favorable outcomes for clients.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings and motions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
Paralegal, Processor & Notary
RSL Funding, LLC
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Maintained attorney’s calendar
- Interfaced and coordinated with multiple departments, account executives and processors
- Updated processing board, database and physical and electronic folders daily
- Compiled, organized and finalized documents for signature and distribution
- Composed, edited and typed legal and business correspondence and memoranda
- Drafted, reviewed and filed pleadings
- Communicated with court staff and counsel from various states.
Litigation & Appeals Paralegal & Notary
The Feldman Law Firm, LLP
04.2015 - 08.2020
- Maintained litigation and personal calendars for multiple lawyers
- Coordination of deadlines, hearings, trials, depositions and meetings within multiple caseloads and courts
- Prepared and maintained client files for litigation and appeals cases
- Maintained excellent communication with clients, local counsel and court staff
- Assisted in all Arbitration and Civil Litigation cases and trial preparation
- Attend and assisted in hearings, trials and depositions
- Responsible for the coordination, organization, and implementation of document productions.
Legal Assistant
Hoffman & Saweris, P.C.
04.2009 - 04.2015
- Maintained organization of physical and electronic folders
- Performed delegated legal work under attorney supervision
- Conserved attorney’s time by reading, researching, reviewing, verifying, routing correspondence, reports and legal documents
- Drafted correspondence, emails and pleadings
- Maintained attorney’s calendar by planning and scheduling appointments, conferences, and teleconferences
- Processed in-going and out-going mail
- Remained calm and positive when dealing with clients going through hard times.
Education
Critical Thinking For Better Judgment And Decision Making, Communicating With Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork Foundations, Interpersonal Communication, Strategic Thinking, Building Resilience -
Certificates
09.2024
Certification - Paralegal Studies
Stetson University
08.2015
Art, Sculpture, Speech And Communications
Houston Community College
05.2008
Skills
- Strong teamwork & Interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Detail-oriented
- Organization/ Case management
- Verbal and Written communication
- Proactive
- Self starter
Timeline
Litigation and Intellectual Property Paralegal
Ewing and Jones, PLLC
09.2021 - Current
Paralegal, Processor & Notary
RSL Funding, LLC
08.2020 - 02.2021
Litigation & Appeals Paralegal & Notary
The Feldman Law Firm, LLP
04.2015 - 08.2020
Legal Assistant
Hoffman & Saweris, P.C.
04.2009 - 04.2015
Critical Thinking For Better Judgment And Decision Making, Communicating With Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork Foundations, Interpersonal Communication, Strategic Thinking, Building Resilience -
Certificates
Certification - Paralegal Studies
Stetson University
Art, Sculpture, Speech And Communications
Houston Community College
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