Michele Todd
Studio City,CA
Summary
Driven paralegal with approximately six years of experience in family law, highly passionate about law and driven to become an attorney to help support those in need. Experienced with legal research, preparation of pleadings and discovery, and case management. Team-oriented, patient, and results-driven. Clear knowledge of court processes and legal proceedings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Brot Gross Fishbein LLP
04.2022 - Current
- Facilitate efficient case resolution by attending depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials as necessary to assist attorneys in the presentation of evidence or arguments.
- Reduce attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Prepare legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Edit and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Summarize depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.
- Help attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Collaborate with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Confer with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Aid settlement negotiations with effective summary reports outlining key points from case materials.
- Facilitate timely and accurate billing by recording billable hours, expenses, and other relevant information in the firm''s billing system.
- Save firm resources by conducting cost-effective legal research using online databases such as LexisNexis or Westlaw.
Behavioral Technician
STAR Of CA, A Stepping Stones Group Company
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Consulted with teachers and school staff regarding client accommodations, promoting successful inclusion in mainstream classrooms.
- Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for clients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted in creating visual schedules and other environmental supports that facilitated client independence and self regulation.
- Provided one-on-one support and guidance for clients in various settings, promoting generalization of learned skills.
- Maintained accurate data collection on client progress, enabling effective analysis and modification of treatment plans as needed.
- Increased daily living skills through systematic instruction and practice during natural routines.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment goals, leading to better client progress.
Paralegal
Royston Family Law
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Contributed to successful case outcomes through diligent fact investigation and witness interviews.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Promoted a positive work environment by providing training and guidance to legal assistants or interns as needed.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Legal Clerk
Matian Law Group
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Coordinated with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to schedule appointments and hearings efficiently.
- Assisted in the preparation of trial exhibits, ensuring accurate and organized presentation of evidence.
- Supported attorneys during trial by organizing exhibits and taking notes on witness testimony.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective collaboration with coworkers and displaying professionalism at all times.
- Prepared discovery materials in response to requests from opposing counsel, ensuring compliance with deadlines and procedural rules.
- Drafted and proofread legal documents, contributing to high-quality work product and timely submissions.
Sales Clerk
Smart And Final
08.2015 - 04.2019
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases
- Reduced losses due to shrink and damaged goods with continuous shelf checks and store surveillance.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Stayed current on available products, store promotions and customer service policies to better serve shoppers.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty.
- Enhanced customer service experience by acting quickly and applying appropriate resolutions for common problems.
- Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2015
Skills
- Fluent in legal terminology
- Advanced word processing
- Litigation support
- Computer skills: Outlook, Excel, Word, Kofax Power PDF
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Case management
- Document preparation
- Writing and editing
- Collaborative
- Social perceptiveness
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Paralegal
Brot Gross Fishbein LLP
04.2022 - Current
Behavioral Technician
STAR Of CA, A Stepping Stones Group Company
01.2022 - 04.2022
Paralegal
Royston Family Law
05.2019 - 12.2021
Legal Clerk
Matian Law Group
04.2019 - 12.2021
Sales Clerk
Smart And Final
08.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University - Northridge
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