Mark Brownlee
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Certified Paralegal with background in Legal Assitance and Office Administration. Highly skilled in conducting legal research to support investigations into workers' compensation and personal injury cases, combined with training in evidence gathering and legal document analysis. Talented in managing complex schedules, goal setting and office administration. Experienced in gathering litigation files, writing motions and overseeing schedules. Strong communicator with dedication to the job and top-notch multitasking, problem-solving and conflict management skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Worship Pastor
Life Chapel
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with audio and visual technicians to ensure proper sound quality during services.
- Provided spiritual leadership and guidance to church congregation during worship services.
- Organized and led weekly rehearsals of praise band.
- Recruited new volunteers for various roles including vocalists, instrumentalists, and music directors
- Researched current trends in contemporary Christian music in order to incorporate them into traditional worship settings.
- Engaged in outreach programs within the community by leading musical performances at festivals or other public gatherings.
- Chose songs and organized materials for every worship service.
Assistant Business Paralegal
Forbush Legal, PLLC
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Assist in the formation of Limited Liability Companies, Corporations, etc.
- File Periodic Reports
- Researched documents and publications for details to establish business guidelines
- Knowledgeable in taxation for businesses at the state and federal level.
Litigation Paralegal
Stinar Zendejas Burrell & Wilhelmi, PLLC
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases.
- Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
- Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
- Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
- Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
Litigation Paralegal
Business Law Group
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail.
- Performed variety of automated support tasks necessary to prepare, organize, index, develop and manage exhibits, evidence and data relevant to cases.
- Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
- Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
- Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
- Interviewed clients on interrogatories and recorded answers in writing, reviewing answers with attorneys and preparing answers in final form for submission.
- Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
District Court Paralegal
4th Judicial District Attorney's Office
Colorado Springs, CO
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in civil litigation preparation.
- Used computer databases, credit reports, and tax and legal filings to locate persons and compile information for investigations.
- Oversaw legal team appointments, hearing and depositions schedules.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Enhanced trial proceedings by organizing evidence and scheduling witnesses to optimize case preparation for successful outcomes.
Paralegal
United States Air Force, USAF
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2016 - 01.2021
- Reviewed and evaluated evidence to determine validity and admissibility for court hearings.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses to acquire additional insight into case details.
- Leveraged knowledge of precedents and applicable laws to determine probable case outcomes.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Ceremonial Guardsman
United States Air Force, USAF
Washington, DC
12.2012 - 05.2016
- Performed funeral detail services in Arlington National Cemetery.
- Instructed Technical Training School
- Led team of 7 performing Firing Party duties
- Performed numerous ceremonies in the National Capital Region (White House, Pentagon, etc.)
Education
Master of Arts - Theology
Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO02-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
COLORADO CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
Online12-2023
Airman Leadership School
Adana, Turkey05.2019
Paralegal Studies Paralegal
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALParalegal Journeyman Training -
Judge Advocate General School
Skills
- Westlaw and LexisNexis
- Order and request filing
- Office management
- Travel and event coordination
- Customer relationship management
- Legal research and writing
- Case management
- Database management
- Document control support
- Computer skills
- Good work ethic
- Motions drafting
- Document preparation
- Case support skills
Accomplishments
- Operation Inherent Resolve Veteran
- Honorable Discharge from the Air Force
Certification
ABA Paralegal Certificate (United States Air Force)
References
REFERENCES
Chuck Smith, Office Manager, Forbush Legal, PLLC (719) 238-2289 - Former Manager
MSgt (Ret.) Tim Galloway, Air Force (815) 222-8961 - timothy.galloway@auab.afcent.af.mil - Former Superintendent
Bryan Merritt, Pastor, Life Chapel, Life Chapel (719) 985-5927 - bryanwmerrit@yahoo.com - Pastor
Timeline
Assistant Business Paralegal
Forbush Legal, PLLC
07.2023 - 10.2024
Litigation Paralegal
Stinar Zendejas Burrell & Wilhelmi, PLLC
12.2022 - 07.2023
Worship Pastor
Life Chapel
05.2022 - Current
Litigation Paralegal
Business Law Group
02.2022 - 11.2022
District Court Paralegal
4th Judicial District Attorney's Office
01.2021 - 02.2022
Paralegal
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2016 - 01.2021
Ceremonial Guardsman
United States Air Force, USAF
12.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
COLORADO CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
Airman Leadership School
Paralegal Studies Paralegal
Community College of The Air Force
Paralegal Journeyman Training -
Judge Advocate General School
Master of Arts - Theology
Colorado Christian University
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