Linnda Hing
Irvine,CA
Summary
Experienced ABA-certified paralegal with a solid background in litigation, specializing in general civil and employment-related matters. Skilled at leveraging technology to streamline and automate processes, always seeking effective solutions. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, thriving in fast-paced environments. Committed to contributing to team success and continuously developing professional skills. Approach work with a positive attitude and dedication to ongoing learning and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Complex Litigation Paralegal
O'Hagan Meyer LLP
06.2020 - Current
- Created advanced excel formulas to compute class data statistics and individual damages analysis
- Responsible for determining preliminary class data points including workweek, pay period and employee counts and resolving discrepancies
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks
- Analyze and draft memoranda re individual and class damages in wage and hour matters
- Research and draft memoranda re statutory law on various wage and hour issues
- Corresponded with experts regarding exposure analyses
- Summarized medical records and deposition transcript
- Conducted investigative research on plaintiffs, opposing counsel, and judges
- Drafted pretrial calendars
- Drafted notices of deposition, orders, continuances, and other legal documents
- Drafted written discovery requests and responses
- Assisted in obtaining key evidence through subpoenaing records from various sources such as financial institutions or medical providers
- Drafted clear and concise correspondence on behalf of attorneys to clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels
- Collaborated with clients to gather critical class data records.
Litigation Paralegal and Office Manager
The Zappia Law Firm, APC
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Enhanced firm's ability to handle larger caseload by implementing effective case processes
- Streamlined deposition preparation process by summarizing transcripts efficiently, allowing attorneys more time for strategic planning
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with district, state, and appellate courts, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases
- Drafted pretrial submissions such as trial binders, jury instructions, voir dire, exhibits and witness list
- Created tables of contents and authorities for various legal motions
- Calendared motion, discovery, and pretrial deadlines
- Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks
- Gathered, assembled, and prepared document production
- Played key role in firm's achievement of notable case wins by meticulously preparing case materials and supporting litigation strategies
- Enhanced firm's ability to handle larger caseload by implementing effective case management practices
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats
- Supported multiple attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed
- Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and pre-lawsuit investigations
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels
- Drafted written discovery requests and responses
- Processed payroll and prepared client billings
- Managed accounts payables and receivables; bookkeeping and financial reporting.
Litigation Paralegal (Part-Time)
Finlayson Toffer Roosevelt & Lilly LLP
10.2015 - 08.2016
- Drafted cease and desist letters and tracked responses
- Drafted DMCA complaints
- Corresponded with various entities regarding trademark and copyright disputes
- Drafted motion for attorney's Fees and Costs in bankruptcy cases
- Gathered, assembled and prepared document production
- Conducted legal research
- Enforcement of Judgments
- Prepared hearing binders
- Generated pretrial deadlines
- Filed trademarks and patents with USPTO
Complex Litigation Paralegal
Gregory G. Petersen, A Law Corporation
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
- Drafted written correspondence to opposing counsel, third parties, and the firm's 2,400 plus clientele base
- Drafted jury instructions, special verdict forms, witness and exhibits lists
- Contacted clerks of the Courts to resolve case related issues
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and pre-lawsuit investigations
- Coordinated depositions and reserved hearing dates
- Drafted written discovery requests and responses
- Drafted notices of appeal, designation of transcripts, and representation statements
- Prepared excerpts of record
- Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels
- Drafted deposition and case summaries
- Conducted witness interviews
- Computed (manual and automated) and entered critical deadlines to the firm's calendar
- Entered time and costs into the firm's billing system
- Attended hearings, trial, mediation, and depositions.
- Maintained litigation database and document organization for all cases.
- Enhanced attorney preparation for trial by conducting thorough legal research and drafting memoranda.
Education
ABA Certificate in Paralegal Studies -
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA2015
Skills
- Deposition and Medical Summaries
- Electronic Court Filings
- Microsoft Office Suite Expert
- Legal Research
- Trial Preparation
- Draft Pleadings and Motions
- Written Discovery
- 80 WPM Typing Speed
- Advanced Data Analytics
- Case Summaries and Investigative Memos
- Witness interviews
- Research and data collection
Timeline
Complex Litigation Paralegal
O'Hagan Meyer LLP
06.2020 - Current
Litigation Paralegal and Office Manager
The Zappia Law Firm, APC
08.2016 - 06.2020
Litigation Paralegal (Part-Time)
Finlayson Toffer Roosevelt & Lilly LLP
10.2015 - 08.2016
Complex Litigation Paralegal
Gregory G. Petersen, A Law Corporation
08.2012 - 09.2015
ABA Certificate in Paralegal Studies -
Irvine Valley College
Computer Programs
Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Microsoft Office Expert, PowerPoint, Quick Books, Adobe Acrobat Pro Expert, Pro Law Elite, Firm Central, Abacus Law, Time Slips, Time Solv, CompuLaw, Deadlines, Juris, Legal Solutions, and more.
Computer Programs
Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, Microsoft Office Expert, PowerPoint, Quick Books, Adobe Acrobat Pro Expert, Pro Law Elite, Firm Central, Abacus Law, Time Slips, Time Solv, CompuLaw, Deadlines, Juris, Legal Solutions, and more.
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