Marie Dufore
Summary
Results-driven paralegal skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with strong understanding of legal terminology and processes. Adept in maintaining confidential records and client information. Pleasantly assists attorneys in preparing for trials and other legal proceedings. Dedicated professional well-versed in nonprofit operations processes and requirements. Well-versed in different types of donations, acknowledgment protocols and relationship-building strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Coordinator
Teach For America
10.2007 - 01.2009
- Researched and identified potential donors.
- Oversaw in-house solicitation mailings and other fundraising initiatives by developing and routing materials, generating mailing lists, executing mail merges and managing collation and sends.
- Supported cash flow management by developing projections for annual donations, sales and grants.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Conducted prospect research to identify and engage potential donors and partner organizations.
- Worked with marketing team on development and delivery of creative campaigns to support fundraising activities.
- Participated in status meetings to offer insights into quarterly and annual strategic planning.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to identify funding objectives and devise workable development plans.
- Researched grant opportunities which corresponded with organizational mission and objectives, coordinating preparation and submission of applications.
- Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships, and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop marketing materials for campaigns.
- Analyzed fundraising data to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
- Developed and maintained accurate donor databases to track donations and engage with donors.
- Conducted research to identify and target potential donors for fundraising campaigns.
- Designed and edited promotional publications such as brochures.
- Managed budgets for staff operations to keep costs low and maximize profits.
- Wrote funding requests and grant applications to obtain additional funds for operating needs.
- Contacted corporate representatives, government officials or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes and raise funds.
Paralegal
Costello, Cooney & Fearon, PLLC
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
- Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis and print sources.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with courts schedule to maximize case success.
- Created weekly, monthly and quarterly expense reports.
Paralegal
Staff Counsel For Allstate Insurance Company
07.2004 - 07.2005
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Investigated claims and prepared processing documentation.
- Maintained law and administrative library, as well as department files and records.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Assisted in preparation of settlement proposals and agreements to help attorneys negotiate settlement in best interest of client.
- Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw, LexisNexis and print sources.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Analyzed evidence gathering and presentation, client counseling and jury selection methods processes for civil litigation.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations and other legal matters to keep firm compliant with requirements.
- Wrote and filed pleadings with courts on schedule to maximize case success.
- Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
- Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
- Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
- Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
Tutor Coordinator
Science And Technology Entry Program At S.U.
08.2001 - 05.2004
- Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for historically underrepresented students.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Designed and used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
Legal Intern
Connecticut Legal Services
05.2003 - 08.2003
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
- Assisted in developing processes to expedite legal procedures.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
- Conducted initial client interviews, gathering facts and preparing case summaries.
- Assessed case dockets to prepare and provide appropriate legal advice.
Legal Intern
New Scotland Yard
05.2002 - 08.2002
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Assisted in developing processes to expedite legal procedures.
- Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
- Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
- Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
- Summarized deposition transcripts and case materials for senior review.
- Prepared accurate pleadings, motions and briefs for review by partner attorneys.
- Assessed case dockets to prepare and provide appropriate legal advice.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
- Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
- Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY05.2007
J.D. - Law
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05.2004
Bachelor of Arts - History
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05.1999
Skills
- Online Databases
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Case Management
- Case File Preparation
- Legal Research
- Project Management
- Litigation Support
- Document Control Support
Timeline
Development Coordinator
Teach For America
10.2007 - 01.2009
Paralegal
Costello, Cooney & Fearon, PLLC
07.2005 - 07.2007
Paralegal
Staff Counsel For Allstate Insurance Company
07.2004 - 07.2005
Legal Intern
Connecticut Legal Services
05.2003 - 08.2003
Legal Intern
New Scotland Yard
05.2002 - 08.2002
Tutor Coordinator
Science And Technology Entry Program At S.U.
08.2001 - 05.2004
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Onondaga Community College
J.D. - Law
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Syracuse University
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