Rachael Tucker
MORRISTOWN,US
Summary
Legal Assistant with more than 10 years of experience supporting attorneys in insurance defense, civil litigation, IP litigation and bankruptcy. Experienced in litigation support, appellate filings, e-filing, document drafting & preparation, billing, scheduling, and office operations. Known for anticipating attorney needs, managing competing priorities, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel. Recognized for improving workflows, training team members, and providing dependable administrative support in fast-paced legal environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Saiber, LLC
Florham Park, N.J.
2021.08 - Current
- Prepared, proofread, and e-filed pleadings, motions, appellate briefs, and other legal documents for state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with all legal standards.
- Reviewed legal briefs for citation accuracy and formatting and proofread briefs for formatting and accuracy.
- Draft and maintain Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities, ensuring compliance with court formatting requirements.
- Compile, organize, Bates Stamp, and maintain exhibits, appendices, and supporting documentation for motion practice and appellate matters.
- Prepare document production and discovery materials.
- Manage complex calendars, deadlines, hearings, and meetings for multiple attorneys.
- Coordinate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel regarding filings, scheduling, and case status.
- Maintain electronic and physical case files from inception through resolution.
- Assisted attorneys in trial and hearing preparations and appellate filings.
- Process client billing and invoices while maintaining accurate records.
Legal Assistant
Callahan & Fusco LLC
Roseland, N.J.
2018.08 - 2021.08
- Prepared and e-filed legal documents across New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Florida and Georgia while adhering to court specific requirements.
- Supported multiple attorneys and partners by managing calendars, deadlines, correspondence and case files.
- Maintained communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel to ensure efficient case progression.
- Assisted with document preparation, discovery and case management from intake through resolution.
- Maintained office inventory and vendor relationships while adhering to a fixed budget.
- Led recruitment initiatives and conducted preliminary interviews, while maintaining administrative support across multiple jurisdictions.
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
O’Donnell McCord, P.C.
Morristown, N.J.
2016.06 - 2018.07
- Acted as the first point of contact for clients and visitors while managing a busy multi-line phone system.
- Served as first point of contact for clients and visitors while managing a busy multi-line phone system.
- Processed billing through TimeSlips and maintained accurate client records.
- Oversaw office inventory, maintaining budget compliance.
Administrative Assistant
Spector & Ehrenworth, P.C.
Florham Park, N.J.
2014.09 - 2016.06
- Managed office inventory within budget, optimizing resource use and reducing waste.
- Supported attorneys with scheduling, correspondence, document preparation, and administrative tasks.
- Maintained physical and electronic filing systems.
- Assisted with recruiting efforts by conducting preliminary candidate interviews to identify suitable talent.
Stage Manager/Assistant Director
StrangeDog Production Company
Montclair, N.J.
2014.01 - 2014.12
- Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for stage productions.
- Ordered and distributed production supplies while adhering to a fixed budget.
- Assisted with event planning, including associated travel and logistical arrangements.
- Coordinated calendars and meetings including pre-production, rehearsal and post-production.
- Assisted director with logistics and creative aspects of production.
- Facilitated effective communication between directors, crew, and stakeholders through integrated digital platforms and social media channels.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - THEATER ARTS/ENGLISH LITERATURE
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
Madison, N.J.Skills
- Legal
- Litigation Support
- E-Filing (State & Federal)
- Appellate Filings
- Discovery
- TOC & TOA Preparation
- Trial support
- Case Management
- Calendaring
- Document organization
- Client communication
- Client billing
- Case Calendar management
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Saiber, LLC
2021.08 - Current
Legal Assistant
Callahan & Fusco LLC
2018.08 - 2021.08
Legal Assistant/Receptionist
O’Donnell McCord, P.C.
2016.06 - 2018.07
Administrative Assistant
Spector & Ehrenworth, P.C.
2014.09 - 2016.06
Stage Manager/Assistant Director
StrangeDog Production Company
2014.01 - 2014.12
BACHELOR OF ARTS - THEATER ARTS/ENGLISH LITERATURE
Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus