Misty Eagle
Summary
I am a focused and dedicated employee with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in organization and positive interpersonal relationships with coworkers and bosses. Strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills. Meticulous and knowledgeable Legal Administrative Assistant with strong background supporting various attorneys. Familiar with legal proceedings, documentation and case management requirements. Offers excellent administrative and communication abilities. Delivers quality legal services by providing administrative assistance in team-oriented environment. Performs duties within scope of authority and in compliance with policies. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. I am motivated to continually improve and extend personal skills and knowledge to attain increased responsibility and opportunities for professional growth. I am a driven Paralegal, successful at thriving in high stress, high-pressure environments and situations involving constant change and vast ambiguity in data and instruction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Mark R. Horton, Esquire
01.2020 - Current
- Helped draft, edit and transmit legal documentation such as motions and letters.
- Inventoried and managed office supplies to keep team efficient and on-task.
- Managed high volume of phone calls and coordinated well-organized appointment schedules.
- Coordinated correspondence between attorney and clients for active cases and other matters.
- Supported attorneys in multiple practice groups with clerical needs.
- Routed contracts, agreements and legal documents through proper signature process.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court appearances.
- Managed and updated contact database for 50+ clients.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorney in criminal and domestic litigation preparation.
- Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Oversaw legal team appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorney.
- Corresponded daily with clients, doctors and attorneys.
- Conducted research and analyzed documents to prepare findings and formulate alternatives.
- Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
- Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
Trial Court Administrative Assistant
State of NM - District Judge Lisa B. Riley
09.2011 - 09.2019
- Helped draft, edit and transmit legal documentation such as motions and letters.
- Managed high volume of phone calls and coordinated well-organized appointment schedules.
- Coordinated correspondence between attorneys for active cases and other matters for judge.
- Supported judge in multiple practice groups with clerical needs.
- Routed contracts, agreements and legal documents through proper signature process.
- Managed and updated contact database for 300 + cases.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in civil and criminal jury trial process.
- Provided administrative support to judge for document production and legal correspondence.
- Filed legal documents in court for processing.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to judge.
- Oversaw judge's appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist judge.
- Corresponded daily with public, police officers, sheriff's officers, wardens, jailers, doctors and attorneys.
- Recorded judicial decisions, legal articles and legal codes.
- Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Participated in jury selection, observed questioning process and documented information and helped to know who selected jurors were and announce the selection in open court.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Paralegal to the Managing Attorney
John M. Caraway, Esquire
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Helped draft, edit and transmit legal documentation such as motions and letters.
- Inventoried and managed office supplies to keep team efficient and on-task.
- Managed high volume of phone calls and coordinated well-organized appointment schedules.
- Coordinated correspondence between attorneys and clients for active cases and other matters.
- Supported attorneys in multiple practice groups with clerical and bookkeeping needs.
- Routed contracts, agreements and invoices through proper signature process.
- Managed and updated contact database for 100+ clients.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Provided administrative support and conducted research to assist attorneys in criminal and domestic litigation preparation.
- Provided administrative support to boost firm's document production and legal correspondence.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Redacted confidential information from legal documents on case-by-case basis.
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Oversaw legal team appointments, hearings and depositions schedules.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Drafted legal complaints, summonses and interrogatories.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Corresponded daily with clients, insurance adjusters, doctors and attorneys.
- Conducted research and analyzed documents to prepare findings and formulate alternatives.
- Liaised between attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
Office Manager / Paralegal
William Fleming, Esquire
01.2007 - 05.2009
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Entered client data into Microsoft Word and Excel to manage records and customer relationships
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
- Trained staff on office procedures and case-specific duties.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Maintained contract database with relevant information for categorization and easy access.
- Prepared compliance and regulatory forms for legal cases and suits.
- Attended administrative hearings to provide viable information and identify additional actions needed.
- Managed contract for public defender and billing to the State of New Mexico for contract
- Reconciled and balanced general and trust accounts for firm
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
- Organized travel arrangements for executives by researching cost-effective options while accommodating individual preferences.
Paralegal
McCormick Law Firm
04.1999 - 01.2006
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Entered client data into WordPerfect and Excel to manage records and customer relationships
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Used WestLaw and LexisNexis to examine secondary sources, statutory and case law and federal and state regulations.
- Produced well-researched and articulate legal briefs, pleadings and statements.
- Maintained contract database with relevant information for categorization and easy access.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05.2019
Associates in Prebusiness - Business Administration
New Mexico State University - Carlsbad
Carlsbad, NM04.2013
Associate in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
New Mexico State University - Carlsbad
Carlsbad, NM05.2009
Skills
- Processing files and legal documents
- Organization of matters and time
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Coordinating things in a timely efficient manner
- PC Proficient
- Timeline Planning and Management
- Technologically Savvy
- Database and Client Management Systems
- Confidentiality and Data Protection
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Legal Research
- Proficient in MS Office
- Case Management
- Client Communication
- Document drafting
- Notary Public
- Document Preparation
- Calendar Management
- Administrative Support
- Research and data collection
- Legal writing
- File Organization
- Proofreading
- Attorney Support
- File and Records Management
- Litigation Support
- Case Summaries
- Records Management
- Document filing
- Legal Compliance
- Legal Transcription
- Court Filing
- Database Research
- Exhibit preparation
- Contract Review
- Legal Analysis
- Discovery Management
- Criminal Law
- Deposition Summaries
- Negotiation
- Legal jargon knowledge
- Interviewing witnesses
- Financial and estate planning
- Court transcription
- Effective Multitasking
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Legal Document Preparation
- Document Management
- Client Support
- Customer Service
- Correspondence and Legal Forms
- Case File Management
- Workload Management
- Deadline Monitoring
- LexisNexis
- Trial Preparation Assistance
- Work Prioritization
- Schedule Coordination
- Correspondence Writing
- Document Editing
- Pleading drafting
- Legal and Court Processes
- Client Billing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Legal Terminology
- Data Confidentiality
Accomplishments
- I am driven to get things accomplished.
- Finished college while maintaining a full time job and raising children
God, Family, and Hunting.
I put God first in everything. Family is important to me, I have 3 children, one grandchild, and I have been married for 21 years. I love big game hunting and sport shooting.
Timeline
Paralegal
Mark R. Horton, Esquire
01.2020 - Current
Trial Court Administrative Assistant
State of NM - District Judge Lisa B. Riley
09.2011 - 09.2019
Paralegal to the Managing Attorney
John M. Caraway, Esquire
06.2009 - 06.2010
Office Manager / Paralegal
William Fleming, Esquire
01.2007 - 05.2009
Paralegal
McCormick Law Firm
04.1999 - 01.2006
BBA - Business Administration
New Mexico State University
Associates in Prebusiness - Business Administration
New Mexico State University - Carlsbad
Associate in Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
New Mexico State University - Carlsbad
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