Larisa Gehmie
St. Louis Park,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal with over 5 year of legal support, case management and compliance. Proven ability to manage complex legal processes, draft and file legal documents, and ensure regulatory compliance. Skilled in legal research, contract administration, and client relations. Proficient in legal case management software, legal research software, and e- filings. Possess strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and process improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Clinic & Externship Programs Coordinator
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
11.2022 - Current
- Maintain all records pertaining to clinics and externships, including confidential client case files, conflicts of interest information, law clinic client database, students' timekeeping records, forms and documents file, and the law clinic's lawyer trust account
- Serve as resource for students handling client cases
- Prepare course information for registration
- Coordinate all adjunct/faculty activities with regards to class preparation
- Prepare and file court documents for client’s case
- Coordinate clinic registration process; verify student eligibility for rule 1 and rule 2 certification by the Minnesota Supreme Court
- Certify students with Minnesota Supreme Court
- Provide various levels of support for classes, clinics, special events, meetings, room reservations, etc
- Organizing clinic/externship management so all mailings go out on time
- Resources: Using available resources to meet deadlines
- Serve as a Notary Public for the Clinic department
- Excellent computer skills in Access, Word, Outlook, Word Perfect, Excel, CARS, Secure Exam Grader, Blackboard, and PC Transcription
Paralegal Intern
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted Law Clinic with utilizing state database effectively to e-file and e-serve case parties in Minnesota District court and Appellate courts
- Conducted client intakes and opening new client matters
- Assisted with drafting motions, notice, pleadings etc.
- Organized client files into case management database
- Assisted immigration clinic with client application for for visas, permanent residence, DACA and other benefits on behalf of clients
- Closed out client matters and appropriately safe keeping client records
Executive Assistant and MFF Boards Liaison
Minnesota Freedom Fund
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Researched, prioritized and determined appropriate course of action on incoming inquiries from outside organizations addressed to the Co-Executive Directors, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature
- Facilitated projects as they are assigned in partnership with the office manager, operations directors and finance director
- Attend and coordinated outreach events with community members and supporters
- Wrote emails, draft memos, and prepared communications on the director’s behalf
- Formated information for internal and external communication including but not limited scheduling meetings, agenda preparation, taking minutes, supporting onboarding activities for new members, and more
- Supported onboarding for new employees and volunteers, e.g., creating welcome materials
- Coordinated travel arrangements and create trip itineraries for directors
- Supported operation team contribute ideas for the development, implementation, and documentation of systems that can strengthen the organization’s operations, as it relates to streamlining processes
Intake Team Leader (supervising intake team)
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Service
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Direct supervisor of seven Intake team members
- Served as a point of contact for providing resources to community members, outside organizations and the general public
- Interviewed, investigated, and documented clients reports of civil law violations such as: harassment, discrimination, xenophobia, elder abuse, landlord disputes etc
- Organized internal and external meetings regarding office procedures, systems, and reporting
- Skilled in data collection, case management, case filing and tracking in a compliant manner
- Experience with tracking expenditures and tracking invoices
- Tracked and processed data, reviewed cases and forwarded clients to appropriate departments for initial cases or appeals
- Developed and maintained successful, professional relationships with the intake and hotline teams, attorneys, support staff, regional partnerships, and executive staff
- Possess strong interpersonal and conversational skills
- Assisted with coordinating recruitment of new staff
Maternal and Child Health Educator
United States Peace Corps
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Collaborate with ministry of health outreach programs to distribute over 1,000 mosquito nets in the sector
- Promote the health of pregnant women by stressing 4 neonatal visits throughout their pregnancy
- Developed and implemented a community-based savings group to invest back into the community
- Collaborated with Rwandan colleagues to provide essential health services to the community
- Created a community level animal husbandry project (chickens) as means to improve the nutritional status of all members of our nutrition program (babies and moms)
- Received a grant to implement a water and sanitation project for over 200 families
Employment Counselor
Emerge Community Development
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed a caseload of 50-80 clients per month
- Assessed and evaluated clients to determine strengths and barriers to employment
- Conducted career assessments and developed personalized employment plans
- Engaged clients in exploring career options appropriate to their individual situation
- Implemented appropriate assessment and screening tools per program requirements
- Facilitated group activities on employment, career, and education planning
Education
Paralegal Certificate Program -
North Hennepin County College
Brooklyn Park, MN05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies /International Relations
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN06.2016
Hamline University Study Abroad
05.2015
Skills
- Legal Research and Writing
- Case Management and document preparation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AdobeSign, and Legal Case Management Software
- Strong Organizational and Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Detail- Oriented
Accomplishments
- Chair of NHCC Paralegal Students Association 2023-2024
- Vice Chair of NHCC Paralegal Student Association 2022-2023
- Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Rwanda)- 2019
Certification
- Paralegal Certification - 2024
- Notary Public, Minnesota -Valid until 2027
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Paralegal Intern
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
01.2024 - 04.2024
Legal Clinic & Externship Programs Coordinator
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
11.2022 - Current
Executive Assistant and MFF Boards Liaison
Minnesota Freedom Fund
04.2021 - 11.2022
Intake Team Leader (supervising intake team)
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Service
11.2019 - 04.2021
Maternal and Child Health Educator
United States Peace Corps
06.2017 - 08.2019
Employment Counselor
Emerge Community Development
10.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies /International Relations
Hamline University
Hamline University Study Abroad
Paralegal Certificate Program -
North Hennepin County College
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