MELISSA BRAUSEN
Paralegal
Circle Pines,MN
Summary
Driven Paralegal successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction. Hard working professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and communication. Experienced working with diverse populations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR
Teachers On Call
Bloomington, MN
05.2018 - Current
- Support classroom administrative needs with photocopying, managing digital files and organizing materials.
- Tutor individuals and small groups of students in specific assignments and given topics.
- Offer extra assistance to disabled students such as helping them access facilities and use assistive devices.
- Develop positive relationships with each child through observation and learning experience and enhance student development and growth.
- Supervise students in classrooms, cafeterias and outdoor facilities to maintain student safety and wellbeing.
- Prepare displays of students' work to encourage development and self-esteem.
PERSONAL INJURY PARALEGAL
Fay & Associates
Minneapolis, TX
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Gathered information and data for use by attorneys by preparing all medical records and itemized billing statements for demands.
- Maintained confidentiality of litigation, negotiations for settlement and depositions.
- Worked effectively and efficiently on multiple projects in busy work environment.
- Managed and balanced all receivable bank accounts by importing all income for the business on QuickBooks.
- Correctly prepared, printed, and mailed all out-going checks for attorneys, clients, medical companies and arbitrators.
- Excellent communication skills as my role had a great deal of diverse client contact in person, by phone, and email.
- Prepared documents for court filings with Microsoft word, adobe, and other software systems needed.
- Worked independently in the office and at home under limited supervision of attorneys and other senior paralegals.
WORK STUDY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Increased office participation in special events by creating newsletter with detailed calendars and other office updates.
- Assisted in planning and running special events such as orientations, conferences and fundraisers.
- Helped with administrative support by managing multi-line incoming calls, coordinating files, and sorting mail.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
HOME HEALTH CAREGIVER
Med Team, Inc
Hebbronville, Texas
01.2012 - 06.2016
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to supervisors to review treatment plans.
- Supported patient needs with grocery shopping, cleaning and household supply replenishment.
- Maintained client privacy and confidentiality with strong adherence to established protocols and data security measures.
- Administered medications in alignment with care plan and physicians' orders.
- Boosted client confidence and wellness through constructive and positive feedback.
- Recorded accurate observations by applying active listening and critical thinking skills.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN 08.2016 - 05.2018
Skills
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Multi-line phone talent
Creative problem solving
Administrative support
Document filing
Proficient in MS Office
Ability to work independently
Timeline
PERSONAL INJURY PARALEGAL
Fay & Associates
06.2019 - 09.2022
PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR
Teachers On Call
05.2018 - Current
WORK STUDY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Anoka Ramsey Community College
09.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts -
Anoka Ramsey Community College
08.2016 - 05.2018
HOME HEALTH CAREGIVER
Med Team, Inc
01.2012 - 06.2016