MARIA D GARCIA DIAZ
San Diego,CA
Summary
Litigation Paralegal with extensive experience managing high-volume civil litigation across all 50 states. Skilled in ensuring compliance with jurisdiction-specific requirements while maintaining accurate case records. Provides comprehensive support to attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, enhancing team efficiency and client satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CASE MANAGER
Better Life Plans LLC
Southfield, MI
08.2026 - Current
- Managed full lifecycle of high-volume civil litigation matters across all 50 states, reviewed case information to ensure timely progression and compliance with jurisdiction-specific requirements.
- Review case files, court correspondence, legal documents, and supporting information to identify required actions, missing information, deadlines, and potential issues.
- Analyze case activity, filings, communications, and settlement information to maintain accurate records and support appropriate next steps.
- Evaluate incoming legal documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable court rules, procedures, and company requirements.
- Research and apply applicable laws, regulations, court procedures, and internal policies when managing litigation matters.
- Coordinated with attorneys, opposing counsel, courts, clients, and vendors to obtain necessary information, resolve case-related issues, and ensure compliance with procedural requirements.
- Maintain accurate and complete case records and electronic databases while managing a high-volume caseload and competing deadlines.
- Handle confidential client and legal information with professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
- Supported hearing preparation and post-filing case management to maintain organized and complete litigation files.
PARALEGAL
Better Life Plans LLC
Southfield, MI
10.2024 - 08.2026
- Reviewed and prepared legal documents including Summons, Complaints, Discovery, Appearances, Motions, and Settlement Agreements for accuracy and compliance.
- Drafted, reviewed, and filed legal documents, including Summons, Complaints, Motions, and Settlement Agreements, for civil litigation matters in all 50 states.
- Coordinated electronic court filings, ensuring compliance with state and local requirements to support case integrity.
- Maintained litigation calendars and monitored court deadlines, facilitating timely filings and progression of cases.
- Prepared and organized legal documents for attorney review and court submission.
- Communicated with attorneys, opposing counsel, courts, clients, and vendors regarding active litigation matters.
- Updated CRM and case management systems with case activity and filings, enhancing accuracy of communications and settlement tracking.
- Supported legal department operations through correspondence, file organization, database maintenance, and litigation-related administrative support.
- (Remote)
PARALEGAL
Greene Wilson Crow & Smith P.A
New Bern, NC
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed high-volume plaintiff case files for Camp Lejeune Water Contamination claims, tracked case updates, and maintained accurate records in case management databases to support efficient litigation processes.
- Drafted legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence in support of attorneys handling Camp Lejeune Water Contamination civil litigation and plaintiff matters.
- Processed lawsuits and court filings via CM/ECF and PACER, ensuring accurate and timely submission of legal documents critical to advancing civil litigation matters.
- Reviewed and organized client and case information for attorney case preparation, facilitating effective litigation-related administrative support.
- Maintained legal calendars by scheduling appointments, client interviews, and court deadlines while ensuring timely reminders and effective case organization.
- Supported attorneys during client meetings and administrative proceedings.
LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK
United States Marine Corps
Cherry Point, NC
12.2019 - 08.2023
- Provided administrative and legal support for court-martial, Nonjudicial Punishment (NJP), and administrative separation proceedings.
- Reviewed and organized confidential legal records and case files to ensure integrity and accessibility throughout military justice proceedings.
- Prepared and processed legal documents and case materials while ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established military legal procedures.
- Reviewed case information and documentation to identify required administrative actions, deadlines, and supporting materials.
- Maintained accurate case records and organized legal documentation to support attorneys and legal personnel throughout military justice proceedings.
- Coordinated case-related deadlines and administrative requirements to facilitate timely completion of military justice matters.
- Assisted in preparation of legal materials and documentation for attorneys to support effective representation in military justice proceedings.
- Handled sensitive and confidential legal information with professionalism, discretion, and strict attention to detail.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - POLITICAL SCIENCE CANDIDATE
Florida International University
Miami, FL, US05-2027
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Florida International University
Miami, FL08-2025
Skills
- High-Volume Case Management
- Civil Litigation
- Litigation Support
- CM/ECF
- PACER
- Legal Research
- Evidence review
- Case Management
- Policy interpretation
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Logistical Management, Expert Rifle Qualification, Legal Clerk Course
Timeline
CASE MANAGER
Better Life Plans LLC
08.2026 - Current
PARALEGAL
Better Life Plans LLC
10.2024 - 08.2026
PARALEGAL
Greene Wilson Crow & Smith P.A
08.2023 - 05.2024
LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK
United States Marine Corps
12.2019 - 08.2023
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - POLITICAL SCIENCE CANDIDATE
Florida International University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Florida International University