Mary C. Dempsey
Dayton,OH
Summary
Experienced Paralegal with 12 years in consumer and bankruptcy law, specializing in legal case management and Microsoft Office Suite. Expertise in scheduling, client engagement, legal research, and document preparation, ensuring efficient case management. Upholds confidentiality and integrity throughout legal processes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Ellie Mental Health
Centerville, Ohio
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered mental health therapy to individuals with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.
- Developed and executed personalized treatment plans to address client needs.
- Scheduled client appointments and collected co-pays efficiently.
- Conducted community outreach to promote mental health awareness.
Mental Health Counselor
DeCoach Recovery Centre
Xenia, OH
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated group therapy for four hours daily in a PHP program
- Completed timely client documentation
- Completed dual assessments
- Assessed clients for suicidality
Mental Health Counselor
Comprehensive Life Resources
Tacoma, WA
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Delivered counseling services using CBT, MI, DBT, EIMR, and talk therapy modalities.
- Facilitated case management and resource connections for clients to enhance support.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary discussions to contribute to treatment planning.
- Supported implementation of client care strategies within team settings.
- Promoted team cohesion and reduced burnout through supportive initiatives.
Paralegal
Hay & Swann PLLC
Tacoma, WA
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Screened new clients and scheduled consultation appointments for efficient onboarding.
- Drafted and prepared legal documents for attorney review to support case development.
- Conducted legal research to inform strategies and enhance case outcomes.
- Coordinated client functions to promote marketing initiatives and strengthen relationships.
- Managed consumer law and estate planning cases to ensure timely progress and compliance.
Paralegal
Law Office of James H. MaGee
Tacoma, WA
10.2009 - 04.2017
- Drafted essential legal documents and conducted thorough legal research.
- Prepared bankruptcy petitions, enhancing client filing efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow for bankruptcy cases, maintaining case progress and reducing delays.
- Conducted initial meetings for new clients, establishing rapport and clarifying their needs.
- Created comprehensive case management forms to streamline processes.
Education
MSW -
Fordham University
New York, NY01-2024
B.A. - Legal Studies, Cum Laude
National Paralegal College
Phoenix, AZ01-2019
A.A. - Paralegal Studies
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA01-2016
Skills
- Effective communication
- Bankruptcy law expertise
- Legal research
- Conflict resolution
- Client onboarding
- Case management
- Documentation skills
- Calendar management
- Emotional intelligence
- Legal evaluation
- Legal writing
- Document preparation
Awards
Pro Bono Paralegal of the Year, 2016, Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association Community Lawyers
Volunteer Positions
- Northwest Consumer Law Center, Volunteer Paralegal, 1200+, 06/01/17, 12/01/18, Leading role in expanding consumer bankruptcy program, Leading role in expanding internship program, Prepared chapter 13 bankruptcy plans and petitions, Assisted with briefs and legal research, Assisted with website reorganization and creation of educational marketing videos
- Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association, Community Lawyers Bankruptcy Clinic Facilitator, 600+, 09/01/16, Present, Creation of forms to be used in bankruptcy clinic, Procedural organization of bankruptcy clinic, Paralegal follow-up with Pro se bankruptcy filers, New client screening and intake
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Ellie Mental Health
03.2025 - 07.2025
Mental Health Counselor
DeCoach Recovery Centre
05.2024 - 01.2025
Mental Health Counselor
Comprehensive Life Resources
09.2022 - 05.2024
Paralegal
Hay & Swann PLLC
10.2019 - 10.2021
Paralegal
Law Office of James H. MaGee
10.2009 - 04.2017
MSW -
Fordham University
B.A. - Legal Studies, Cum Laude
National Paralegal College
A.A. - Paralegal Studies
Tacoma Community College