Paulina Rodriguez
Webster
Summary
Skilled paralegal with background in supporting legal teams in fast-paced environments. Experience includes managing case preparation, conducting legal research, and drafting documents which contributed to the successful outcomes of numerous cases. Strong organizational skills, ability to communicate complex information clearly, and adept at multitasking under tight deadlines. Made significant impact by improving document management processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accessibility for team members.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal Manager
The Gonzalez Law Group
Houston
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, memoranda of law, discovery requests, jury instructions, deposition notices, subpoenas and other legal documents.
- Attended court proceedings with attorneys as needed to provide support services such as note taking or document preparation.
- Provided assistance in preparing witnesses for testimony at various hearings or trials.
- Developed training materials for new paralegals on legal processes and procedures.
- Created case summaries and reports for attorneys, summarizing key points from client interviews.
- Coordinated attorney schedules, including hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
- Organized client files for efficient retrieval of information during legal proceedings.
- Compiled evidence for review by attorneys prior to trial proceedings or settlement negotiations.
- Managed a team of paralegals to ensure timely completion of projects and tasks.
- Ensured that all necessary documentation was properly filed within the specified deadlines set forth by the courts.
- Maintained professional relationships with court personnel including clerks, judges and opposing counsels.
- Supervised the work of junior paralegals assigned on specific cases ensuring accuracy in data entry and reporting.
- Monitored court dockets to ensure deadlines were met on all cases.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Paralegal
The Gonzalez Law Group
Houston
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Interpreted various types of legal documents including contracts and agreements.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Advised clients on procedural matters related to their cases.
- Filed motions with courts electronically or via hard copy.
- Created spreadsheets to track case information and deadlines.
- Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX05.2022
Associate - Criminology
San Jacinto College
Houston, TX05.2019
High School Diploma -
clear brook highschool
Friendswood, TX06-2015
Skills
- PowerPoint
- Translation
- Transcription
- Case Management
- Paralegal experience
- Front desk
- Calendar management
- Criminal defense law
- Trial preparation
- Client relations
- Team management
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Certification
- Driver's License, 03/01/23, 10/31/30
- Certified Notary Public
Bilingual
True
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Paralegal Manager
The Gonzalez Law Group
07.2023 - 02.2024
Paralegal
The Gonzalez Law Group
08.2022 - 02.2024
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
University of Houston-Downtown
Associate - Criminology
San Jacinto College
High School Diploma -
clear brook highschool