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Megan Edwards

Orlando,FL

Summary

Certified paralegal with expertise in managing schedules, goal setting, and office administration. Proficient in conducting legal research and writing to support case work product. Highly skilled in collaborating with teams and comfortable handling large case loads independently. Known for quickly mastering new challenges and thriving under pressure.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paralegal III

Ninth Circuit State Attorney's Office
Orlando, Florida
01.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed legal documents and prepared summaries of findings for attorneys.
  • Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and legal articles.
  • Gathered evidence to assist attorneys in their cases.

Previous listed duties, included below, are provided for this position.

Senior Legal Assistant

Ninth Circuit State Attorney's Office
Orlando , FL
10.2022 - Current
  • Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
  • Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
  • Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.

Discovery Paralegal

Omara Law Group
Orlando , FL
05.2021 - 12.2024
  • Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
  • Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
  • Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Paralegal

Umansky Law Firm
Orlando , FL
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
  • Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
  • Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
  • Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
  • Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
  • Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
  • Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
  • Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.

Legal Assistant II

Ninth Circuit State Attorney's Office
Orlando, FL
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
  • Updated databases with new information received from attorneys or clients.
  • Processed incoming mail on a daily basis.
  • Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.

Education

B.A.S Business And Organizational Leadership - Human Resources Management

Valencia College
Orlando, FL
06-2025

Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies

Valencia College
Orlando, FL
12-2023

Skills

  • Legal writing
  • Legal Research
  • Criminal Law
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Administrative Support
  • Calendar Management

Certification

  • Operations support and services - Valencia College 2023
  • State of Florida Notary - 2023

Timeline

Paralegal III

Ninth Circuit State Attorney's Office
01.2023 - Current

Senior Legal Assistant

Ninth Circuit State Attorney's Office
10.2022 - Current

Paralegal

Umansky Law Firm
01.2022 - 11.2022

Discovery Paralegal

Omara Law Group
05.2021 - 12.2024

Legal Assistant II

Ninth Circuit State Attorney's Office
11.2020 - 05.2021

B.A.S Business And Organizational Leadership - Human Resources Management

Valencia College

Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies

Valencia College
Megan Edwards