Kristen Anderson
San Diego,CA
Summary
Paralegal/Legal Assistant with a strong family law background supporting attorneys, clients, and legal operations. Skilled in client intake, discovery, trial preparation, exhibit organization, legal billing, document preparation, and case management. Known for strong organization, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and client service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
The Law Offices Of John F. Anderson
San Diego, CA
11.2014 - 05.2026
- Drafted Family Law forms and legal documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines to facilitate successful case outcomes.
- Assisted attorneys with case preparation, legal research, document organization, and administrative tasks to ensure timely and efficient case handling.
- Assisted with discovery preparation and organization, including compiling and maintaining case materials.
- Prepared for and assisted attorneys during trial, including exhibit organization, document coordination, and courtroom support.
- Conducted client intake, gathered case information, and communicated professionally with clients regarding case-related needs.
- Oversee legal billing and timekeeping processes using Timeslips, Abacus, MyCase and other practice-management tools to maintain accurate financial records.
- Used MyCase and Essential Forms to support case management, document preparation, and firm workflow.
- Coordinated virtual meetings and communications using Zoom while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Independent Travel Agent
Protravel International
San Diego, CA
03.2012 - 01.2014
- Coordinated customized travel arrangements and itineraries for individual and group clients, ensuring personalized experiences that met diverse needs.
- Managed client communication, reservations, scheduling, and travel logistics while providing personalized service.
- Researched accommodations, transportation, and activities to develop efficient, tailored travel plans that enhanced client satisfaction.
Education
Various Studies
Palomar College
San Marcos, CADiploma -
Poway Unified School District
San Diego, CASkills
- Legal assistance
- Legal Research
- Family law forms
- Document Review
- Discovery support
- Trial support
- Exhibit Organization
- File organization
- Legal invoicing
- MyCase
- Timeslips
- Abacus
- Essential Forms
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Client communication
- Scheduling coordination
- Zoom
- Client Advocacy
Certification
NREMT
Timeline
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
The Law Offices Of John F. Anderson
11.2014 - 05.2026
Independent Travel Agent
Protravel International
03.2012 - 01.2014
Various Studies
Palomar College
Diploma -
Poway Unified School District