MUSFIRA AMJAD
Richmond,VA
Summary
Skilled litigation support professional with expertise in research, fact investigation, and record management. Proficient in writing, proofreading, data analysis, and documentation. Demonstrated ability to enhance case preparation through meticulous attention to detail and effective communication.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
LEAD Litigation paralegal
MORGAN AND MORGAN, P.A.
Richmond, Virginia
08.2025 - Current
- Served as the lead litigation paralegal to senior trial attorney, Nathan J.D. Veldhuis, Esq., managing 200+ personal injury cases in Virginia General District and Circuit Courts and the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia.
- Drafted and filed Federal and State pleadings, motions, and discovery in strict compliance with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Local Rules, and Virginia procedural rules; proficient in CM/ECF and Virginia e-filing systems.
- Coordinated and prepared depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial materials, including exhibits and witness preparation.
- Contributed substantively to case evaluation and settlement strategy, communicating directly with opposing counsel and insurance agencies; settled 45+ cases successfully from start date to now.
- Supported litigation strategy from case initiation through resolution with a focus on procedural precision, efficiency, and ethical advocacy.
- Delegated and supervise task execution among legal assistants and support staff, prioritizing workflow efficiency and procedural accuracy.
COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE
NATIONAL CASA/GAL ASSOCIATION
Richmond, Virginia
08.2025 - Current
- Served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in matters before the Richmond Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court, working in close coordination with judges, Guardians ad Litem, and social services professionals in abuse and neglect proceedings.
- Conducted independent factual investigations, including interviews with children, parents, caregivers, and service providers, and comprehensive review of court records and agency documentation.
- Monitored compliance with court-ordered service plans and assess child safety, permanency, and well-being.
- Prepared formal written reports and best-interest recommendations submitted for judicial consideration, exercising discretion, objectivity, and adherence to confidentiality requirements.
LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT/Presuit paralegal
THE JOEL BIEBER FIRM
Richmond, Virginia
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Proficient in drafting legal documents, managing discovery and e-filing in State and Federal courts.
- Proficient in legal research using LexisNexis and drafting demands, complaints, discovery requests/responses, and other litigation correspondence.
- Strong organizational skills with expertise in case management software including Neos, Needles, and Smart Advocate.
- Supported attorneys through all phases of civil litigation, from pre-suit through trial with extensive knowledge in personal injury, sexual assault and medical malpractice.
- Skilled in coordinating medical record and billing retrieval, reviewing records for case development, and preparing exhibit binders and witness lists for trial.
- Known for maintaining meticulous case files and ensuring efficient, deadline-driven case progress.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
Richmond12.2024
Skills
- Case management
- Legal research
- Document drafting
- Trial preparation
- E-filing systems
- Client communication
Volunteer Experience
COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE, 08/01/25, Present, NATIONAL CASA/GAL ASSOCIATION, Richmond, VA, Served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate in matters before the Richmond Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court, working in close coordination with judges, Guardians ad Litem, and social services professionals in abuse and neglect proceedings., Conducted independent factual investigations, including interviews with children, parents, caregivers, and service providers, and comprehensive review of court records and agency documentation., Monitored compliance with court-ordered service plans and assess child safety, permanency, and well-being., Prepared formal written reports and best-interest recommendations submitted for judicial consideration, exercising discretion, objectivity, and adherence to confidentiality requirements.
Timeline
LEAD Litigation paralegal
MORGAN AND MORGAN, P.A.
08.2025 - Current
COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE
NATIONAL CASA/GAL ASSOCIATION
08.2025 - Current
LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT/Presuit paralegal
THE JOEL BIEBER FIRM
12.2024 - 08.2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY