MATTHEW JORDAN
Atlanta,United States
Summary
Litigation Paralegal with experience managing a high-volume personal injury caseload, analyzing liability and damages, and negotiating claim-related matters with insurance carriers. Strong background in reviewing medical records, evaluating documentation, and supporting claim resolution from intake through settlement. Criminal Justice graduate with an analytical, investigative approach and strong communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan
Atlanta, GA
01.2025 - Current
- Manage a caseload of 60–80 personal injury files from intake through settlement.
- Review accident reports, medical records, billing statements, and supporting documentation to evaluate liability and damages.
- Communicate directly with insurance adjusters regarding claim status, coverage issues, and settlement negotiations.
- Assist in preparing demand packages with detailed breakdowns of medical expenses, lost wages, and pain & suffering evaluations.
- Track deadlines, maintain detailed claim notes, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding documentation.
- Support attorneys in case strategy by identifying risk exposure and analyzing evidentiary gaps.
- Handle sensitive client communications regarding claim updates and settlement expectations.
Legal Assistant
Dekalb County Solicitor General
Decatur, GA
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Answered public questions about court appearances, trial dates, judicial procedures, and fines.
- Drafts legal documents and requests such as subpoenas, warrants, motions, discovery to review and record/incorporate with related legal documents and/or compile with related case/file information.
- Proficiently utilize Odyssey eFiling system to file and manage a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and notices.
- Maintain and update electronic filing records and case management databases, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GASkills
Claims Evaluation
Liability Analysis
Medical Record Review
Settlement Negotiation Support
Risk Assessment
Caseload Management
Documentation & File Auditing
Insurance Communication
Time Management
Investigative Research
Timeline
Paralegal
Morgan & Morgan
01.2025 - Current
Legal Assistant
Dekalb County Solicitor General
05.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Georgia State University