Leslie Rupert
Ashland,KY
Summary
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience. Proven ability to enhance case efficiency through meticulous document management and effective communication. Skilled in court filing and office administration, fostering collaboration and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Committed to delivering high-quality support in fast-paced environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Boyd County Attorne
06.2007 - Current
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Ensured compliance with court rules and procedures by accurately preparing and submitting legal filings within established timeframes.
- Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to junior paralegals or interns as needed.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
Paralegal
Huddleston Bolen
01.1999 - 06.2007
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
Paralegal
Lockwood, Egnor & Vital
08.1994 - 01.1999
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Facilitated smoother trial preparations, organizing exhibits and coordinating witnesses.
Paralegal
Mundy & Adkins
02.1993 - 08.1994
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.
- Optimized legal proceedings with precise preparation of trial notebooks and evidence.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY12-1992
Skills
- Court filing
- Legal writing
- Proficient in MS office
- Office administration
- Trial preparation assistance
- Document preparation
- File and records management
Timeline
Paralegal
Boyd County Attorne
06.2007 - Current
Paralegal
Huddleston Bolen
01.1999 - 06.2007
Paralegal
Lockwood, Egnor & Vital
08.1994 - 01.1999
Paralegal
Mundy & Adkins
02.1993 - 08.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Morehead State University