Phillip Myer
Altadena,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented paralegal with proven skills in case management, legal writing, and client communication. Expertise in coordinating deadlines and ensuring precise document preparation for bankruptcy cases.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Self-employed
03.2020 - Current
- Prepared and e-filed chapter 7 and 13 petitions, including all supporting documents and chapter 13 plans.
- Educated clients on legal processes while delivering timely updates regarding case progress.
- Expertise in Best Case bankruptcy software.
- Guided clients through preparation for section 341(a) meetings and addressed inquiries about chapter 7 and 13 case procedures.
- Formulated and submitted all required motions and oppositions to motions.
- Coordinated and tracked deadlines to guarantee on-time court filings and effective communication with stakeholders.
- Reviewed and refined legal documents to ensure precision and compliance.
- Facilitated communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to ensure all parties remained informed on case updates.
- Facilitated communication with court clerks to optimize scheduling and hearing dates.
Attorney
VMK Law Group
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Managed all aspects of a law firm dedicated to providing expert guidance in bankruptcy and family law matters.
- Guided clients through legal processes, ensuring thorough preparation of documents and effective representation in 341(a) meetings and court hearings to uphold their interests.
- Facilitated collaboration with bankruptcy trustees to address issues, ensuring successful debt discharge and confirmation of Chapter 13 plans.
- Expert in Best Case bankruptcy software.
- Managed family law cases, including divorce, custody, and support, to achieve favorable judgments or settlement agreements.
- Oversaw a team of 3 associate attorneys and 6 administrative staff to ensure efficient legal operations.
Education
J.D. - Law
Loyola Law School
Los Angeles, CABachelor of Arts - History
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WISkills
- Case management
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Document preparation
- Calendar management
- Legal writing
- Attorney support
- Trial preparation assistance
- File and records management
- Document filing
- Court filing
- Bankruptcy law
Accomplishments
While working at another law firm, before opening my own office, I eliminated a backload of 60 chapter 13 cases within the first 90 days, and attending all necessary hearings.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Paralegal
Self-employed
03.2020 - Current
Attorney
VMK Law Group
01.2015 - 03.2020
J.D. - Law
Loyola Law School
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Wisconsin, Madison