Results-driven professional skilled in researching legal case information and preparing necessary correspondence with a 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.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Paralegal and Instructor
American Paralegal Association
03.2015 - Current
Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
Wrote and filed pleadings with [Type] court on schedule to maximize case success.
Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
Taught and created paralegal curriculum
Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
Conducted background investigations on defendant.
Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
Supervisor and Instructor
Baltimore Allied Health Training Center
02.2008 - Current
Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
Enhanced student comprehension and shortened learning process through new teaching methods.
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Adjunct Instructor
Baltimore County Community College
01.2003 - 01.2008
Assisted Allied Health department chair in coordinating faculty curriculum development and instruction.
As a curriculum writer, my primary duties were to develop and help implement new academic instructional materials, lessons, and activities for teachers to use in their classrooms. In this career, I researched educational trends and techniques to determine what are the best ways to instruct students; then you develop new curriculum that incorporates those methods. My duties included reviewing the current materials and help to improve or change the instruction to better meet guidelines set by the college and Higher Education Commission.
Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
Applied multitude of valid methods to employ and assess students' understanding of content.
Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
Used variety of instructional methodologies and technology to keep courses interesting and engaging.
Scored exams and graded student performance fairly.
Designed and distributed feedback forms to continually improve teaching skills and develop stronger connection with students.
Submitted daily class roster to accurately maintain attendance records.
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