MARILYN FREDETTE
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Polished paralegal providing high-level support in complex litigation. Proven expertise in case management, discovery strategy, witness preparation, and trial support. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills, ability to lead cross-functional teams, and delivering efficient, results-driven support in fast-paced legal environments. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Recognized for quickly mastering new challenges and working well under pressure.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation / Labor & Employment Paralegal
Macy s, Inc.
St. Louis, MO
09.2020 - 01.2024
- Managed all aspects of case handling, from legal holds to trial support, coordinating with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.
- Led document collection, analysis, and production across multiple departments for litigation, mediation, and arbitration matters.
- Conducted witness identification, interviews, and deposition preparation; attended hearings and arbitrations to assist attorneys.
- Partnered with HR and Data Analytics teams to secure case-critical information.
- Served on Legal Engagement Council promoting inclusion and collaboration across the Law Department.
Litigation Paralegal
The Boeing Company
St. Louis, MO
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Oversaw litigation support for labor, employment, and benefits disputes, liaising between in-house and outside counsel.
- Conducted complex document review, data analysis, and legal research to support active cases.
- Coordinated special projects involving highly sensitive and confidential information.
- Assisted with witness preparation, depositions, and trial support nationwide.
Senior Litigation Paralegal
SmithAmundsen
Clayton, MO
02.2017 - 05.2018
- Lead paralegal on multiple high-exposure defense cases; managed document collection, analysis, and deposition summaries.
- Prepared trial binders, timelines, and case strategy materials for attorney review.
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Brinker & Doyen LLP
Clayton, MO
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed large-volume civil defense litigation files.
- Summarized medical and billing records, drafted discovery responses, and assisted in trial preparation.
Litigation Paralegal Manager
Husch Blackwell LLP
St. Louis, MO
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Supervised and trained a 65-member paralegal team supporting 240+ attorneys.
- Oversaw workflow, staffing, and performance management to ensure profitability and high-quality legal support.
- Partnered with firm leadership on hiring, disciplinary actions, and annual reviews.
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Husch Blackwell LLP
St. Louis, MO
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Managed complex, multi-jurisdiction litigation matters in labor, product liability, and toxic tort cases.
- Drafted pleadings, handled discovery, and assisted attorneys through all phases of trial.
Litigation Paralegal
Bryan Cave LLP
St. Louis, MO
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Supported regional counsel on multi-state product liability litigation; organized large-volume case files and handled trial prep.
Litigation Paralegal
Appleton, Kretmar, Beatty & Stolze
St. Louis, MO
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Supported attorneys on high-volume workers' compensation and personal injury cases, from pleadings to trial preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
William Woods University
Fulton, MOSkills
- Legal Research
- Data Analysis
- Litigation Support Tools
- Discovery and Project Management
- Notary Public
- Research and Data Collection
- Expertise in Legal Proceedings
- Trial Experience
- Law Department Databases
Timeline
Litigation / Labor & Employment Paralegal
Macy s, Inc.
09.2020 - 01.2024
Litigation Paralegal
The Boeing Company
05.2018 - 09.2020
Senior Litigation Paralegal
SmithAmundsen
02.2017 - 05.2018
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Brinker & Doyen LLP
02.2016 - 02.2017
Litigation Paralegal Manager
Husch Blackwell LLP
01.2007 - 01.2013
Senior Litigation Paralegal
Husch Blackwell LLP
01.2003 - 01.2007
Litigation Paralegal
Bryan Cave LLP
01.2001 - 01.2003
Litigation Paralegal
Appleton, Kretmar, Beatty & Stolze
01.1999 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
William Woods University