Paula Tyrell
Decatur,TN
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal/Office Manager For Family Law, Wills
A Better Direction Law, LLC
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Utilized online referral resource, Legal Match to identify potential clients
- Crafted effective email and text communications for client outreach
- Conducted thorough consultations with potential clients to gather necessary information
- Maintained organized client files for easy access and reference
- Prepared and filed Motions/Petitions/Orders in Florida Courts E-Portal system
- Managed attorney's calendar, scheduling hearings and mediations efficiently
- Issued invoices to clients using MyCase Case Management System
- Offered support for Legal Assistant in Dependency Court matters
- Provided supervision and training for Legal Assistant to enhance team performance Utilized online referral resource, Legal Match to identify potential clients
• Crafted effective email and text communications for client outreach
• Conducted thorough consultations with potential clients to gather necessary information
• Maintained organized client files for easy access and reference
• Prepared and filed Motions/Petitions/Orders in Florida Courts E-Portal system
• Managed attorney's calendar, scheduling hearings and mediations efficiently
• Issued invoices to clients using MyCase Case Management System
• Offered support for Legal Assistant in Dependency Court matters
• Provided supervision and training for Legal Assistant to enhance team performance
• Completed electronic filings through MyCase for streamlined document management
Legal Assistant - Completed electronic filings through MyCase for streamlined document management Legal Assistant
Legal Assistant (Black Lung, Workers Compensation Defense, Real Estate)
Frantz, McConnell & Seymour
Knoxville, TN
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Proficient in opening and setting up case files
- Skilled in establishing, organizing, and maintaining client files
- Experienced in typing correspondence
- Capable of preparing motions and pleadings for court filing
- Accurate in document transcription
- Demonstrated ability in maintaining attorney's calendars Familiar with sending invoices to clients via email and U.S. Mail
- Organized legal documents in company filing systems and databases.
- Knowledgeable in electronic filing in Worldox and physical filing
- Adept at providing backup for other legal assistants and receptionist
- Detail-oriented in all aspects of legal assistant duties
Legal Assistant (Misdemeanor, Criminal, Traffic and Felony)
State Attorney’s Office, Hernando County
Brooksville, Florida
10.2017 - 05.2022
- Handled all administrative tasks related to worthless check cases for Hernando County through a Worthless Check Program
- Successfully coordinated hearings with judicial assistant and defense counsel
- Played a key role in the preparation of discovery and deposition coordination with defense counsel
- Provided support in managing legal documentation and correspondence
- Assisted in legal research and drafting legal documents
- Maintained organized and efficient filing systems for legal documents
- Managed calendar and scheduling appointments for attorneys
- Supported attorneys in trial preparation and courtroom proceedings
- Collaborated with other legal assistants to streamline office processes
- Ensured confidentiality and professionalism during all interactions with law enforcement staff.
Legal Assistant (Family Law, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury)
Kovach, Kovach & Rodriguez
Inverness, FL
10.2003 - 10.2004
- Coordinated client intake schedules.
- Drafted formal legal documents including Motions, Orders and Notices.
- Coordinated deposition times with opposing counsel and court reporters.
- Assisted with trial preparation
- Handled incoming calls efficiently.
Education
Associate of Science - Paralegal
College of Central Florida
08.2013
Skills
- MyCase
- Worldox
- PracticeMaster
- Tabs
- STAC Program
- FCIC/NCIC
- Microsoft Office
- Typing
- Problem Solving
- Case Management
- Teamwork
- Calendaring
- Scheduling
- Highly Organized
- Revenue management
- Customer service
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Business administration
- Resource allocation
- Employee onboarding
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Work prioritization
- Coaching and mentoring
Projects
Operation Safe Surrender - Volunteer, Held once a year for those with nonviolent warrants to turn themselves in. Every year for the past 5 years I have volunteered to participate.
Certification
- Notary Public
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paralegal/Office Manager For Family Law, Wills
A Better Direction Law, LLC
01.2024 - 10.2024
Legal Assistant (Black Lung, Workers Compensation Defense, Real Estate)
Frantz, McConnell & Seymour
05.2022 - 01.2024
Legal Assistant (Misdemeanor, Criminal, Traffic and Felony)
State Attorney’s Office, Hernando County
10.2017 - 05.2022
Legal Assistant (Family Law, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury)
Kovach, Kovach & Rodriguez
10.2003 - 10.2004
Associate of Science - Paralegal
College of Central Florida
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