Lindsey Bristol
Wilton,NH
Summary
Enthusiastic senior paralegal supports attorneys in managing heavy caseloads and achieving strategic goals. Demonstrates top skills in communication, critical thinking and active learning. Helps cases with professionally prepared legal documents and thorough research.
Offering solid understanding of legal principles and keen ability to adapt to new environments. Brings foundational grasp of legal research and document drafting. Ready to use and develop analytical and organizational skills in the litigation/regulatory paralegal role.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Paralegal
Bernard & Merrill PLLC
09.2023 - Current
- Review and analyze new cases to determine what documents and information is needed to move forward with defense of case
- File pleadings and paperwork with New Hampshire Department of Labor to meet strict deadlines.
- Enter client data into Clio to manage records and customer relationships
- Coordinate subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Organize exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Prepare compliance and regulatory forms for legal cases and suits.
- Identify and analyze legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, leading to successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Communicate with health care providers to obtain relevant medical records and to schedule exams for plaintiffs
- Train new employees on company policies and legal standards.
- Oversee 3 paralegal staff focused on worker's compensation law.
Legal Administrative Assistant
Bernard & Merrill, PLLC
11.2014 - Current
- Maintain the company calendar, including scheduling all hearings, depositions, meetings, and conference calls
- Use of TimeMatters to open all new cases the firm receives in an accurate and timely manner
- Use of Time Slips to log attorneys’ time entries
- Compose correspondence to the Department of Labor, opposing attorneys, and medical providers
- Prepare appropriate materials for seminars
- Answer and direct phone calls
Shift Leader, Bartender
Spirits & Spoonfuls
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Responsible for ensuring the kitchen and waitstaff are prepared for each shift
- Responsible for keeping an accurate log of sales and petty cash
- Responsible for creating a memorable dining experience for all guests
- Accountable for maintaining an organized bar area and controlling liquor costs through consistency in beverage making and tracking inventory
Ruby Tuesday
06.2000 - 10.2013
- Responsible for managing and supporting the kitchen and wait staff, overseeing monetary organization and deposits, tracking inventory, delegating tasks to employees, carrying out all opening and closing duties, and organizing and maintaining scheduling for wait staff
- Responsible for creating and maintaining a memorable and uncompromised dining experience for all guests
- Utilize superior multitasking abilities and problem solving skills in order to accomplish guest satisfaction
Education
Communication Arts
University of New Hampshire
Manchester, NH06.2007
Skills
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Filing System Organization
- Microsoft Office
- Summary Writing
- Calendar Management
- Correspondence and Legal Forms Drafting
- Document Management
- Complex Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Legal Research
- Database Searching
- Legal Correspondence
- Information Confidentiality
- Strong Research Skills
- File and Records Management
- Notary public certification
- Team leadership qualities
References
Gary Harding, Bernard & Merrill, PLLC, Associate, 978-869-5956; Lori Merrill, Bernard & Merrill, Senior Paralegal - retired, 603-490-5878; Benjamin Forleo, personal, Fidelity Investments, 603-396-6842
Timeline
Senior Paralegal
Bernard & Merrill PLLC
09.2023 - Current
Shift Leader, Bartender
Spirits & Spoonfuls
08.2015 - 04.2016
Legal Administrative Assistant
Bernard & Merrill, PLLC
11.2014 - Current
Ruby Tuesday
06.2000 - 10.2013
Communication Arts
University of New Hampshire
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