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Pamela Nicely Smith

Pamela Nicely Smith

7312 Calla Crossing Lane Knoxville,TN

Summary

Seasoned paralegal offering in-depth knowledge of bankruptcy and debt collection litigation. Proven ability to maintain a high-volume caseload with an extensive deadline calendar. Skilled at multi-tasking, possess a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Assistant

Dobberstein Law Firm
Knoxville, TN
08.2024 - Current

Review bankruptcy petitions and monitor PACER for dismissal and discharge orders. Conduct thorough analysis of bankruptcy to assess applicability for accounts in TN, WI, IA, MI and MN.

Draft, file, and monitor legal documents including complaints, motions, summonses and orders. Review contracts and redact confidential information to ensure quality compliance. Assist defendants in navigating court proceedings, negotiate payment plans and settlements.

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

The Law Office of Timothy N. Thompson
Knoxville, TN
03.2005 - 08.2024

Managed attorney's court calendar and dockets. Identified and resolved calendar scheduling conflicts. Prepared civil warrants, subpoenas, wage garnishments, bank levies and filed property liens. Assisted defendants with litigation and court appearance concerns, negotiated settlements. Acted as liaison with opposing counsel and court clerks. Drafted motions, orders, reset letters and other legal documents. Maintained payroll for private process servers and constables. Advanced court costs to clerks and processed payments from defendants and courts. Reviewed bankruptcy petitions. Prepared and electronically filed proof of claims. Monitored PACER for filings, dismissal and discharge orders.

Affiliate Broker/Licensed Realtor

Elite Realty
Powell, TN
01.2003 - 05.2006

Assisted clients with all stages of the home buying and selling process. Negotiated sales contracts, arranged home inspections, worked with mortgage companies and title agencies to prepare for upcoming closings. Collaborated with builders and subcontractors on construction project timelines. Created marketing strategies for properties to ensure maximum visibility. Resolved issues and conflicts during purchase or sale of real estate properties.

Education

Paralegal Certificate -

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
2004

Real Estate Principles - Pre-Licensing (90 Credit Hours)

Pellissippi State Community College
01-2002

High School Diploma -

Horace Maynard High School
1995

Skills

  • Bankruptcy Law, PACER and CM/ECF
  • Legal Document Preparation and Courtroom Procedures
  • Calendar and Docket Management
  • Federal and State Electronic Filling Systems
  • Settlement Negotiations
  • Customer Service/Conflict Resolution
  • FDCPA Compliance Training
  • Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Adobe

Certification

  • Notary Public TN Commission Expires 11/22/28
  • Real Estate Affiliate Broker License #285508

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Dobberstein Law Firm
08.2024 - Current

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

The Law Office of Timothy N. Thompson
03.2005 - 08.2024

Affiliate Broker/Licensed Realtor

Elite Realty
01.2003 - 05.2006

Paralegal Certificate -

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville

Real Estate Principles - Pre-Licensing (90 Credit Hours)

Pellissippi State Community College

High School Diploma -

Horace Maynard High School
Pamela Nicely Smith