Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Henshaw Law
03.2023 - 05.2024
Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
Supported attorneys during trial proceedings, ensuring the availability of key exhibits and witnesses when needed.
Enhanced collaboration among team members by providing comprehensive summaries of case developments to attorneys involved in litigation matters.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail when reviewing case materials, identifying potential legal issues for further exploration or analysis by attorneys.
Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Ensured accurate billing practices by closely tracking billable hours spent on each task per project or client matter.
AK Bark
11.2022 - 03.2023
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Paralegal
Law Offices of Blake Fulton Quackenbush
10.2021 - 11.2022
Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Ravenwood Veterinary Clinic
04.2021 - 09.2021
Provided excellent customer service at reception, greeting clients warmly and efficiently handling appointment scheduling and billing inquiries.
Facilitated smooth communication between clients, veterinarians, and other staff members through clear documentation and timely followup.
Camp Fire Alaska, Girl Scouts of Alaska, seasonal staff
07.2016 - 01.2019
Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, American Law
Brigham Young University of Idaho
Skills
Case Management
Client Communication
Document drafting
Calendar Management
Leadership Roles
Ambassador, DKMS, 2020 - present
Peer Mentor, Brigham Young University of Idaho, 2016 - 2019
The Supreme Court Luncheon Nominee, Brigham Young University of Idaho, 2018
Beginning Ballroom Dance Teacher, Brigham Young University of Idaho, 2016 - 2019
Anchorage Youth Court, 2010 - 2015
Scholastic Honors
Brigham Young University of Idaho dance scholarship recipient, 2016
Graduated with honors from Anchorage Christian Schools, 2015
Community Service
Kool Kat Rescue, Foster mom and volunteer, 2018, present
Four Paws Cat Rescue, Foster mom and volunteer, 2018, present
Clear Creek Cat Rescue, Foster mom and volunteer, 2018, present
Rexburg's Superhero Animal Rescue, Foster mom and volunteer, 2018, present
Alaska Humane Society, Foster mom and volunteer, 2018, present
Rexburg Animal Shelter, Foster mom and volunteer, 2018, present
Enchanted Alaska, Visited pediatric oncology unit of Providence, 2019, 2022
Four Paws Silent Auction, Organizer, 2019, 2019
Adopt-A-Grandparent, Volunteer, 2016, 2019
Timeline
Paralegal
Henshaw Law
03.2023 - 05.2024
AK Bark
11.2022 - 03.2023
Paralegal
Law Offices of Blake Fulton Quackenbush
10.2021 - 11.2022
Ravenwood Veterinary Clinic
04.2021 - 09.2021
Camp Fire Alaska, Girl Scouts of Alaska, seasonal staff
07.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, American Law