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Melina Vaughan

Plant City

Summary

Results-driven legal professional with extensive experience in litigation processes and case management, consistently delivering high-quality work under pressure. Renowned for dependable collaboration and adaptability to evolving needs, ensuring seamless support for legal teams. Expertise in legal research, document preparation, and client communication enhances efficiency and effectiveness in all undertakings. Committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in every aspect of work.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Litigation Paralegal

Pandit Law Firm LLC
06.2024 - Current
  • Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
  • Drafted and formatted legal documents, including pleadings and discovery motions.
  • Managed case files and maintained accurate documentation for litigation proceedings.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop trial strategies and prepare for hearings.
  • Coordinated depositions, witness interviews, and expert consultations effectively.
  • Reviewed discovery materials for relevance, privacy compliance, and accuracy.
  • Assisted in trial preparation by organizing exhibits and evidence presentation materials.
  • Managed high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by maintaining up-to-date case files, both physical and electronic formats.
  • Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
  • Organized evidence, exhibits, motions, and subpoenas to support cases and prepare for trial.
  • Drafted pleadings, motions, and briefs in compliance with court rules, leading to successful outcomes in numerous cases.
  • Maintained litigation database and document organization for First Party Property cases.
  • Completed electronic court filings at state and federal levels in Texas, Louisiana and Florida courts.

Paralegal

Murray Law Group, LLC.
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
  • Enhanced attorney preparation for trial by conducting thorough legal research and drafting memoranda.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of cases through effective communication with opposing counsel and court personnel.
  • Maintained client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Assist in managing cases from inception to trial
  • Organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing systems, to include filing written discovery, orders, and motions through e-Filing Portal
  • Preparation of legal documents, such as Complaints, Discovery, Discovery Responses, Pleadings, NPNP, and Subpoenas; preparation of correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and Judges
  • Preparation of files and documents for trials, depositions, and hearings
  • Communication with public adjusters to coordinate meetings, depositions, and trial appearance
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Expedited document review process by conducting initial reviews of key documents for relevance and privilege status.

First Party Litigation Paralegal

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
04.2018 - 04.2023
  • Increased case efficiency by streamlining document management and organization processes.
  • Enhanced attorney preparation for trial by conducting thorough legal research and drafting memoranda.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of cases through effective communication with opposing counsel and court personnel.
  • Maintained client satisfaction by providing regular updates on case progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Assist in managing cases from inception to trial
  • Organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing systems, to include filing written discovery, orders, and motions through e-Filing Portal
  • Preparation of legal documents, such as Complaints, Discovery, Discovery Responses, Pleadings, NPNP, and Subpoenas; preparation of correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and Judges
  • Preparation of files for trials, depositions, and hearings
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.


Legal Assistant

Law Office of Thamir A.R. Kaddouri, Jr. P.A.
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
  • Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
  • Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.

Conflicts Assistant

DLA Piper LLP
05.2017 - 09.2017
  • Streamlined office operations for enhanced productivity with organized filing systems and task prioritization.
  • Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
  • Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
  • Improved firm-wide communication regarding potential conflicts through regular updates and presentations to senior management.
  • Streamlined conflict resolution processes by implementing effective risk management strategies.

Customer Service Representative/ Fraud Supervisor/ Fraud Recovery Coordinator/ Customer Service Supervisor

Capital One Financial
07.2013 - 09.2016
  • Responsible for reducing losses on credit card fraud cases - Reviewing accounts and transaction details - Review current fraud trends to identify and minimize risk

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

University of South Florida

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Arizona Global Campus/ Ashford University
09.2019

Skills

  • Customer/Client Service and Confidentiality
  • Document Preparation and Management
  • Legal Document Preparation and Management
  • Court Room Preparation
  • Civil Law
  • Attorney Support
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Exhibit preparation
  • Proofreading
  • Case Management
  • Discovery Management
  • Court Filing
  • Calendar management
  • Litigation support
  • Trial preparation

Certification

Florida Notary Public

Florida Registered Paralegal

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Litigation Paralegal

Pandit Law Firm LLC
06.2024 - Current

Paralegal

Murray Law Group, LLC.
04.2023 - 12.2023

First Party Litigation Paralegal

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
04.2018 - 04.2023

Legal Assistant

Law Office of Thamir A.R. Kaddouri, Jr. P.A.
09.2017 - 04.2018

Conflicts Assistant

DLA Piper LLP
05.2017 - 09.2017

Customer Service Representative/ Fraud Supervisor/ Fraud Recovery Coordinator/ Customer Service Supervisor

Capital One Financial
07.2013 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

University of South Florida

Master of Science - Criminal Justice

University of Arizona Global Campus/ Ashford University

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