Natasha Andersen

• Worked closely with the Partners on all case management issues.
• Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
• Hired, trained and supervised staff to ensure top quality litigation and transactional documents, accurate Court calendars, discovery calendars and correspondence, maintaining morale and engagement during high demand periods.
• Forge strong relationships with lawyers and support staff providing regular updates on progress of cases and soliciting their expertise when needed.
• Maintained high morale with only two staffing changes in 13 years
• Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while adhering to budgetary constraints.
• Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.

• Trained new employees on company policies and legal standards.
• Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, leading to successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for effective case management and resolution.
• Oversaw 4 paralegal staff focused on employment law.
• Managed complex legal projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
• Increased accuracy of legal documents by implementing rigorous proofreading and editing procedures.
• Implemented best practices in managing large volumes of documents during complex litigations.
• Drafted well-organized pleadings, motions, and briefs to support case positions effectively.
• Enhanced case efficiency by streamlining legal research and document management processes.
• Conducted efficient electronic discovery processes, enabling quick identification of key evidence.
• Coordinated with expert witnesses for accurate testimony preparation and presentation at trial.

Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.

• Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
• Liaised with other paralegals and legal staff to complete common tasks on schedule.
• Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
• Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.