Pamela McGavock
Amarillo
Summary
Detail-oriented paralegal with strong skills in drafting legal documents, client communication, and trial preparation. Committed to maintaining compliance with court procedures and managing case files efficiently.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
The Warner Law Firm
Amarillo
02.2023 - 06.2026
- Communicated with clients to gather information and provide case updates.
- Drafted legal documents, including briefs, motions, and discovery requests.
- Organized case files and managed document production for client cases.
- Assisted attorneys during depositions and trials by preparing exhibits and summaries.
- Maintained compliance with court deadlines and filing requirements consistently.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Organized client calendars, prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
- Interviewed clients to gather critical case information, enhancing support for associates.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Researched applicable statutes, codes, regulations, ordinances, and precedent cases.
- Reduced workflow downtime by effectively organizing and managing client billing and case management files.
- Coordinated subpoena services and managed support activities, ensuring effective legal operations.
- Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
- Maintained professional knowledge by attending legal workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
- Prepared and organized materials for trial, including exhibits, witness lists, and evidence.
- Utilized legal software and databases for case management and legal research.
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements for compliance with legal standards and regulations.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Entered data into and managed litigation databases and Excel spreadsheets.
- Interpreted various types of legal documents including contracts and agreements.
- Maintained contract database with relevant information for categorization and easy access.
- Managed contract intake and review for large vendor agreements.
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
- Booked travel arrangements for firm attorneys and support staff.
Paralegal
The Law Offices of Perry L. Peek
Amarillo
12.2017 - 02.2023
- Drafted legal documents, including briefs, motions, and discovery requests.
- Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
- Organized case files and managed document production to support timely client case resolutions.
- Communicated with clients to gather crucial information and provide regular case updates.
- Maintained client files in accordance with established protocols to ensure compliance and accessibility.
- Maintained calendars for upcoming court dates or deadlines related to cases.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Managed client calendars to ensure timely appointments and meetings., prepared mailings and handled high call volumes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Studies
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX12-2017
Skills
- Draft legal documents
- Legal research
- Trial preparation
- Case management
- Document management
- File pleadings
- Court filing procedures
- Evidence analysis
- Case summaries
- Client advising
- Client communication
- MS Office
- Notary public
- [State] paralegal association
Timeline
Paralegal
The Warner Law Firm
02.2023 - 06.2026
Paralegal
The Law Offices of Perry L. Peek
12.2017 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Studies
Amarillo College