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Michelove Jules
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
Professional and industrious Paralegal seeking a position as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant at a reputable Law Firm. Dedicated to supporting a work environment that runs smoothly and cohesively through exemplary communication and organizational skills. Familiar with and competent in essential functions of the legal office such as processing court documents, keeping minutes, and case analysis.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Paralegal
Marks Gray, P.A.
Jacksonville, FL
2019.10 - 2024.01
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Paralegal
Boyer Law Firm
Jacksonville, Florida
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Assisted Managing Attorney with the selection of job applicants.
- Completed and submitted all required documentation of existing contracts.
- Drafted and reviewed business contracts for new or existing corporations.
- Enhanced trial proceedings by organizing evidence; prepared exhibits.
- Helped develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduled depositions; prepared and forwarded summonses and subpoenas; drafted complaints; prepared and filed discovery requests; prepared responses to opposing counsel; generated status reports.
- Kept cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitored calendars; met deadlines; documented actions; input information into file database and case management software; confirmed case status with attorneys.
- Kept clients informed by maintaining contact; communicated case progress.
- Maintained case costs by verifying outstanding balances with attorney, clients, and providers.
- Researched and analyzed contract laws and regulations.
- Supported case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences; prepared pleadings; monitored and obtained discovery responses; organized materials for team case review.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Jules Toussaint
St Lucie, Florida
10.2012 - 02.2015
- Organized files; maintained calendars; met deadlines; input information into file database and case management software.
- Confirmed case status with supervising attorney.
- Helped develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduled depositions; prepared and forwarded summonses and subpoenas.
- Kept clients informed by maintaining contact; communicated case progress.
- Collaborated with office manager to standardize billing practices.
- Processed client's payments; called and sent emails to clients to remind them of their payments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Legal Studies
2015
Skills
- Billing
- Case management
- Conferences
- Contracts
- Clients
- Database
- Documentation
- Organizing files
- Mediation
- Organizing
- Civil Litigation
- Understands confidentiality
- Office Administration
- Legal Research
- Document control support
- Expertise in legal proceedings
- Superb legal research skills
- Strong research skills
- Decisive and Innovative
- Conflict resolution
- Project management
- Power of attorney
- Team-oriented
- File and Records Management
- Time Management and Calendaring skills
- Good command of MS Office (Excel, Word and Outlook)
Personal Information
Based on my education background and years of experience, I would like to earn no less than $40,000 per year.
Languages
Fluent in French
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementPaid sick leavePaid time off401k matchHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionWork-life balanceCompany Culture4-day work weekInterests
Dancing
Different Cuisines
Timeline
Corporate Paralegal - Marks Gray, P.A.
2019.10 - 2024.01
Paralegal - Boyer Law Firm
04.2015 - 01.2019
Legal Assistant - Law Office of Jules Toussaint
10.2012 - 02.2015
Kaplan University - Bachelor's Degree, Legal Studies
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