Rachael Stickels
Choen & Lombardo, P.C.
Tonawanda,NY
30
Years of experience
Dynamic paralegal with extensive experience at Choen & Lombardo, P.C., skilled in drafting legal documents and managing complex cases. Proven ability to analyze legal documents for accuracy while effectively communicating with clients and colleagues. A dedicated team player, adept at juggling multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring compliance and achieving successful outcomes.
Work History
Paralegal
1 Year 8 Months- Obtained and prepared evidence for hearings and trials, ensuring accuracy of information through thorough research for specific cases.
- Assisted in preparing interrogatories and requests for production of documents to gather pertinent information and materials from the other spouse, drafting pleadings that detail child custody and support requirements.
- Drafted and responded to requests for Production of Documents and Interrogatories, facilitating information exchange between parties.
- Prepared written reports for cases and arranged legal arguments if an attorney decides to file a lawsuit.
- Excellent knowledge of basic concepts of family law, covering marriage, divorce, property division, spousal support, child custody, visitation, and support, tax consequences of separation, and divorce.
- Coordinated schedules for meetings with clients and attorneys to ensure timely discussions. and court appearances for the attorney.
- Detailed service difficulties by actively listening and accurately noting service details of the defendant/plaintiff.
- Wrote business documents as instructed, organized files, answered phones with courtesy, sent grammatically correct emails and letters, and prepared important paperwork.
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely distribution of legal documents to clients and attorneys. and legal documents, distributed to clients and attorneys.
Paralegal
1 Year 11 Months- Drafted foreclosure documents to support attorney representation
- Coordinated with banks to facilitate the foreclosure process
- Drafted sales documents to send to Referees for Foreclosure Auctions
- Updated client management systems to improve data accuracy
- Managed firm’s E-File inbox, ensuring timely distribution to attorneys and departments
Foreclosure II Processor
2 Years 4 Months- Maintain knowledge of investor, insurer, State foreclosure guidelines, policies, and procedures
- Reviewed and prepared bidding instructions from Sale Schedule Report to ensure compliance and accuracy in foreclosure processes
- Prepare Bidding Instructions for Firms
- Prepare Sale Result Checklist for QC
- Review and update files from the First Legal Report
- Review and update files from the Due Diligence Report
- Work Daily Queues in Blacknight/Loansphere
- Work daily in Director/MSP
- Updated internal banking systems and notated accounts to maintain accurate financial records and facilitate timely processing
- Executed Crosspoint data entry for tracking and reporting purposes.
Foreclosure Paralegal/Team Lead
2 Years 3 Months- Prepared foreclosure judgment documents for legal proceedings.
- Drafted and prepared affidavits of merits for court filings.
- Drafted, prepared, and submitted discontinuance documents for legal cases.
- Led Judgments Team and trained new hires on judgment process to ensure team readiness.
- Tracked team productivity and reviewed work for accuracy and quality to maintain high standards.
- Establish priorities, delegate work and hold self and team accountable for maintaining time expectations and meeting critical deadlines.
- Maintain knowledge of compliance mandates, mortgage servicing policies and procedural updates, investor specific guidelines, and related changes within the mortgage servicing industry.
- Ensure compliance with all investor, insurer, client and firm policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Monitored and generated productivity reports to provide insights into team performance.
Matrimonial Paralegal
1 Year 10 Months- Responsibilities included obtaining and preparing evidence for hearings and trials, researching and confirming whether information obtained is accurate and can be used for specific cases.
- Assisted in preparing interrogatories and requests for production of documents, gathering pertinent information from the other spouse, and drafting pleadings detailing child custody and support requirements.
- Drafted requests for Production of Documents and Interrogatories, and provided response to those offered by the other party.
- Prepared written reports for cases and organized legal arguments for potential lawsuits.
- Excellent knowledge of basic concepts of family law, covering marriage, divorce, property division, spousal support, child custody, visitation, and support, tax consequences of separation, and divorce.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange meetings between attorneys and clients. and court appearances for the attorney.
- Noted service details for defendant/plaintiff and created detailed reports on service execution and any challenges encountered.
- Wrote business documents and organized files.
- Sorted and distributed incoming mail to the appropriate legal departments and clients. and legal documents, distributed to clients and attorneys.
Foreclosure Paralegal
2 Years 5 Months- Collaborated with attorneys in preparing sales and foreclosure documents, streamlining case processing.
- Coordinated with banks to facilitate the foreclosure process, enhancing communication and efficiency.
- Drafted foreclosure judgment documents to ensure compliance with legal standards.
- Filed legal documents in accordance with court procedures. and managed attorneys' calendars.
Family Law Paralegal
2 Years 11 Months- Drafted pleadings outlining child custody and support requirements to support case objectives.
- Drafted requests for production of documents and interrogatories, and responded to those provided by the other party.
- Prepared interrogatories and requests for production of documents to gather essential information from the other spouse.
Operations Coordinator
7 Months- Directed organization and synchronization of activities among managers and departments, improving cross-departmental collaboration.
- Processed ideas and implemented changes to enhance operational workflows.
- Interacted with outside agencies and organizations, ensuring availability of key personnel while managing multiple projects to meet deadlines.
- Coordinated the training of new hires with subject matter experts and qualified trainers.
- Welcomed clients courteously, ensuring an inclusive atmosphere.
Owner
9 Years 5 Months- Recruited and supervised nail technicians to deliver quality service and enhance customer satisfaction while managing payroll.
- Maintained clean, sanitary business environment and confirmed employees had up-to-date licenses and certifications to ensure compliance and customer safety.
- Tactfully developed working relationships with a diverse population of customers.
- Managed salon utility payments, ensuring timely payment of water, heat, electric, and cable, while maintaining functionality of fixtures and equipment.
- I accepted payments from customers and monitored the transfer of money to and from the business.
Education
Associates Degree - Paralegal Studies
- Member of the Alpha Beta Gamma National Honor Society
- GPA: 3.8
Skills
Legal research
Legal document analysis
Legal terminology expertise
Effective legal communication
Collaborative case management
Task management
Witness interviewing
Timeline
Paralegal
Choen & Lombardo, P.C.
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Paralegal
McCalla, Raymer, Leibert, Pierce, LLC
08.2023 - 07.2025Read More
Foreclosure II Processor
M&T Bank
02.2021 - 06.2023Read More
Foreclosure Paralegal/Team Lead
Schiller Knapp
11.2018 - 02.2021Read More
Matrimonial Paralegal
Herrington Law Firm, PLLC
10.2016 - 08.2018Read More
Foreclosure Paralegal
Schiller Knapp
05.2014 - 10.2016Read More
Family Law Paralegal
J. Adams & Associates, PLLC
10.2011 - 09.2014Read More
Operations Coordinator
Steven Yeh
08.2010 - 03.2011Read More
Owner
A Perfect 10 Nail Salon
05.1997 - 10.2006Read More
Bryant & Stratton College
Associates Degree from Paralegal Studies
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