Lauren Bryant
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented Legal Assistant with expertise in client communication, legal research, and document preparation. Proven ability to manage case files and facilitate trial preparation, ensuring compliance with legal standards and deadlines.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant/Office Manager
William G. Walker, P.C.
4518 E. 9th Street, Tucson AZ 85711
12.2015 - Current
- Managed case files, ensuring compliance with legal standards and deadlines in civil litigation as plaintiff's attorney.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence, for attorney review.
- Conducted research on case law and statutes to support legal arguments.
- Organized and maintained electronic filing system for efficient document retrieval.
- Assisted in trial preparation by compiling evidence and preparing exhibits.
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide updates on case progress.
- Coordinated schedules for attorney meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Enhanced attorney effectiveness by providing timely and accurate legal research and analysis.
Legal Assistant
Dependable Personnel, Temporary Agency
Tucson
08.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed case files and maintained organized legal document systems in a variety of law offices, including family and probate law. No criminal experience.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents and correspondence.
- Processed court filings and ensured compliance with deadlines.
- Coordinated schedules, appointments, and meetings for legal teams.
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and discovery requests with attention to detail.
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
Education
Legal Assistant
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZLegal Assisting
NALA Course Education For CLE
OnlineSkills
- Proficient at transcription with ability to take transcription in real time using a word program Experienced in transcription of taped interviews
- Have working knowledge and extensive experiencing in e-filing in state, US District Court, US Court of Appeals, Div I and II, and appeals up to the 9th Circuit Have assisted in preparing and filing 9th Circuit Appeal which resulted in overturning and remanding back to the trial court in re: Michael Grabowski v Arizona Board of Regents, et al
- Scheduling/Planning
- Microsoft office
- File organization
- Calendar management
- Legal document preparation
- Client communication
- Administrative support
- Document preparation
- Legal research
- Interviewing clients
- Client relations
- Document drafting
Timeline
Legal Assistant/Office Manager
William G. Walker, P.C.
12.2015 - Current
Legal Assistant
Dependable Personnel, Temporary Agency
08.2014 - 12.2015
Legal Assistant
Pima Community College
Legal Assisting
NALA Course Education For CLE