Linda Hasner
Mount Laurel,NJ
Summary
Driven Paralegal with extensive experience at Hasner and Hasner, PA, adept in legal research and case management. Demonstrated ability to enhance client communication and streamline court processes. Employs empathy and ASL fluency to effectively support diverse client needs. Proven track record of delivering results through strong interpersonal skills and a patient approach. Interested in finding a job back in education as an administrator, extended school day staff or teacher's assistant.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
Hasner and Hasner, PA
Audubon, NJ
02.2012 - Current
- Provide attorneys with essential background information across many cases.
- Organize and maintain legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Manage scheduling of court calendars and deadlines.
- Prepare legal briefs, motions, pleadings and affidavits.
- Communicate pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Paraprofessional Aide
Bancroft
Cherry Hill, NJ
10.2010 - 08.2012
- Served as a one on one Paraprofessional Aide to nonverbal adolescents with cognitive and behavior disabilities.
- Implemented behavior management strategies using de-escalation techniques.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Learned various techniques in communicating with nonverbal students such as American Sign Language, PECS, and other resources.
Paraprofessional Aide
Larc School
Belmar, NJ
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students with special needs.
- Provided one-on-one support to nonverbal elementary school-aged students with cognitive and physical disabilities.
- Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
- Organize daily goal work and data sheets.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary And Special Education
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Arts - Psychology
La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA06.2008
High School Diploma -
Moorestown Friends Schook
Moorestown, NJ05.2004
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook
- Legal Research
- Case Management
- Client Communication
- Strong Interpersonal and organizational skills
- Trustworthy
- Patient
- Empathetic
- ASL fluency
Accomplishments
- Backpacked to Mexico and assisted local villagers to build a water cistern on a service trip, which helped them to get running water
- Volunteer at Burlington County Literacy
- Assist DV victims in receiving benefits and resources
- Volunteer as Room Mom for my son's Kindergarten class
- Fluent in ASL
Affiliations
- Burlington County Bar Association
- Camden County Bar Assiciarions
- Burlington County Literacy
- Hope Support Network
- Victims of Crime and Compensation Office (VCCO)
Certification
- Certified Paralegal
- CPR/AED Certification
- New Jersey Driver's License
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Physical Restraint Training Certificate – Various Providers.
Languages
English
American Sign Language
Elementary
PECS
Elementary
Timeline
Paralegal
Hasner and Hasner, PA
02.2012 - Current
Paraprofessional Aide
Bancroft
10.2010 - 08.2012
Paraprofessional Aide
Larc School
09.2008 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Elementary And Special Education
La Salle University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
La Salle University
High School Diploma -
Moorestown Friends Schook