Junior Paralegal
Paris Almon
Deuterman Law Group
Durham
2
years of professional experience
Legal professional with strong skills in writing, organizing and project managing cases related to Veteran Affairs law. Expertly conducts research, collects witness statements and organizes files. Experienced working with diverse populations to optimize representation.
Work History
Junior Paralegal
1 Year 10 Months- Managed and maintained attorneys' calendars, scheduled hearings , and corresponded with Veteran Affairs officials.
- Drafted legal documents, appeals, and correspondence for attorney review.
- Improved client trust and satisfaction, providing comprehensive support and updates throughout case progress.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
Community Resource Assistant (Intern)
2 Months- Maintained and updated an extensive community resource database, consisting of over 100 resources to ensure accurate and accessible information for career navigators and job seekers
- Researched and launched partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and service providers to further expand access and knowledge of community resources
- Formulated a solution to solve complex barriers through the creation of 5 specialized resource kits
Front Desk Receptionist
5 Months- Executed excellent customer service to visitors, handled incoming and outgoing mail, scheduled meetings and reservations, filed documents and organized data entries
- Operated standard office equipment, answered phone calls and emails from guests regarding Best Western Plus policies and rates
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with a concentration in Criminology and Justice Studies, with a minor in Political Science
Relevant course work: Women and the Law, Constitutional Law, and Theoretical Analysis of Crime
Associates of Arts
Relevant course work: Business Law 1, Intro to Ethics, Sociology of the Family, and Intro to Criminal Justice
Skills
Legal writing
Document management
Case management
Legal research
Client communication
MS Office skills
File and records management
Proficient in Filevine
Timeline
Community Resource Assistant (Intern)
Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina
05.2025 - 07.2025Read More
Junior Paralegal
Deuterman Law Group
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Front Desk Receptionist
Best Western Plus
12.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Richmond Community College
Associates of Arts
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University of North Carolina Greensboro
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology with a concentration in Criminology and Justice Studies, with a minor in Political Science
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Leadership & Community Involvement
Spread Da Luv Co. UNCG Chapter, Founder, Greensboro, North Carolina, January 2025 - Present,
- Founded and led the UNCG chapter of Spread Da Luv Co. with a focus on community service and spreading awareness about mental health on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Created and organized a team of 10 undergraduate student volunteers, overseeing program implementation and outreach strategies, established partnerships with 5 local organizations to facilitate community and educational initiatives, Coordinated community service initiative with over 50 college students to provide food for community members and the unhoused community