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Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Randa Abdelhameed

Randa Abdelhameed

Jacksonville,Florida

Summary

Randa Abdelhameed is the CEO and founder of Sudanese Finest, LLC and is currently a student at NSU Shepard Broad College of Law. Ms. Abdelhameed was born in Libya but raised in Jacksonville, Fl but her family is originated from South Sudan, Juba. Ms. Abdelhameed attended and earned her Bachelor of Arts and Science in Political Science from the University of North Florida. Ms. Abdelhameed is currently on the mission to earn her master’s in law and policy and then her next goal is retrieving a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) so that she can become a licensed practice attorney.

Ms. Abdelhameed did her own research and network with great mentors in order for her to realize where she wants to be in life. She felt with God, dedication, and hard work nothing was in her way when it came to her accomplishments. Ms. Abdelhameed wants to share the resources she has with the youth community so that we can grow and make efficient changes back home and reunite as one because we are stronger together.

Success has always been Ms. Abdelhameed’s dream, and she never let anything get in the way of her goals. Sudanese Finest, LLC is a non-profit organization that she wants to use to help encourage others to figure out a career path and help lead the individuals to achieve their goals. Ms. Abdelhameed is a full time legal case manager as she continues her education as a full-time student but still wanted to make the time out her busy schedule to help our future leaders.

Ms. Abdelhameed is a colleague member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International, American Bar Association, National Bar Association est. 1925, Law Students Division National Bar Associations, and Florida Notary Public.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Manager

The Walker Law Offices
11.2021 - 08.2024
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
  • Assisted clients in navigating legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
  • Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence, complaints, discovery’s, proposals for settlement and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
  • Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
  • Prepared for court hearings by organizing and summarizing documents, preparing exhibits and reviewing evidence.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and attorneys to determine scheduling of hearings and filing documents.
  • Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
  • Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
  • Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
  • Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries to optimize scheduling.
  • Monitored changes in relevant laws to stay abreast of procedures and provide legal updates to clients.
  • Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Produced legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and appeals.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Assisted attorneys with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Attended court hearings and depositions to take notes and document proceedings.
  • Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Contacted witnesses to testify under oath at court hearings.
  • Prepared various exhibits for attorneys for public meetings, zoning commission meetings, and legal resolutions.
  • Developed polished motions and briefs to support litigation processes and court proceedings.
  • Wrote and filed pleadings with Duval court on schedule to maximize case success.
  • Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.

Legal Assistant

Farah And Farah
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
  • Created spreadsheets to track client progress and document billable hours.
  • Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
  • Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries to optimize scheduling.
  • Monitored changes in relevant laws to stay abreast of procedures and provide legal updates to clients.
  • Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Collaborated with attorneys to develop strategies for each case.
  • Generated leads to meet and exceed revenue goals by identifying new clients.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.

Office Manager

Cochran Law Firm
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Manage case managers, paralegals and receptionist, train new hires, created roles and responsibilities
  • Manage 500+ clients
  • Draft legal correspondence including settlement negotiations, demand letters, and exhibit folders
  • Legal Research and argue relevant case law with insurance adjusters to reach favorable liability determination and discuss settlement options
  • Negotiate significant reductions of medical bills with medical providers
  • Provide different ideas and strategies that will allow the department to run smoothly
  • Trained new hires and created roles and responsibilities
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
  • Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Case Manager

Cochran Law Firm
01.2020 - 09.2020
  • Managed the legal, financial, and medical aspects of accident claims for 100+ clients
  • Consistently exceeded settlement goals by developing individual case strategy to maximize settlement amount
  • Drafted legal correspondence such as settlement negotiations, demand letters, intent to sue, and exhibit folders
  • Negotiated significant reductions of medical bills with medical providers
  • Trained new hires and created roles and responsibilities
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.

Assistant

Neurology Clinic Of Jacksonville Rajul
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Shadowed and observed patients
  • Learned the tools needed for checking patient’s response due to different testing mechanisms
  • Document and file papers for new and old patients
  • Observed Dr
  • Parikh checking human cells through the computer system
  • Wrote notes on seizures, dead cells, and muscle pain
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Unit Secretary

Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2019
  • Assisted with administrative paperwork
  • Assisted patients over the phone with questions regarding healthcare
  • Assisted the doctors and nurses with consults for patients
  • Assisted patients with any needs while nurse or assistant were busy
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.

Volunteer

Englewood Elementary
05.2011 - 08.2019
  • Assisted the teacher when needed
  • Tutored students who needed help with their assignments
  • Gave advice to students and mentored those leaving elementary school

Lead Paralegal

Mccready, Garcia & Leet
08.2024 - Current
  • Oversee the pre-litigation lifecycle of personal injury claims (medical malpractice , slip and falls, etc.).
  • Initiate and manage case setup, including gathering police reports, insurance information, and client intake.
  • Monitor case timelines and ensure key milestones are met.
  • Use SmartAdvocate to track documents, notes, correspondence, tasks, and deadlines.

Team Leadership:

  • Supervise and support junior paralegals and case managers.
  • Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and provide training on best practices and SmartAdvocate functions.
  • Ensure team adherence to legal procedures, firm protocols, and ethical standards.
  • Assisted in securing favorable judgments for clients through meticulous data gathering and analysis efforts.
  • Increased overall team productivity by coordinating tasks, schedules, and deadlines for multiple attorneys.
  • Supported successful case results with thorough investigations into facts, evidence, and legal precedents.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive strategies for complex cases.
  • Served as a key resource for junior paralegals, offering guidance on best practices for research, drafting, and filing procedures.
  • Demonstrated exceptional adaptability by taking on diverse legal responsibilities spanning various practice areas and industries.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency within the legal team by implementing advanced software tools for time tracking and document management.

Education

Masters In Law And Policy - Law

Shepard Broad College of Law
Florida

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
05.2020

Skills

  • Computer Skills:
  • Microsoft Office
  • MyCase
  • Dropbox
  • PageMaker
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Client Correspondence
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Coaching and Training
  • Preparation of Pleadings
  • Training and Development
  • Evaluate Performance
  • Administration and Operations
  • Leadership and Change Management
  • Calendar Management
  • Proposal Writing
  • Email Correspondence
  • Scheduling
  • Sorting and Labeling
  • Written Communications
  • Policy Implementation
  • Handling Complaints
  • Organizational Skills
  • File and Data Retrieval Systems
  • Research and Analysis
  • Excellent Multitasking Abilities
  • Calculating Liabilities
  • Performance Improvement

Accomplishments

  • Sudanese Finest LLC, CEO (2022-Current)
  • African Student Association, President (2018-2020)
  • The flats at UNF Housing, President (2017-2018)
  • Phi Alpha Delta, Pre-Law Fraternity
  • STEM Program
  • NOTABLE RESEARCH PROJECTS
  • Internship Research on HIV awareness in HBCU at Bethune Cookman University
  • Internship Research on social life using advanced technology at Salt Lake City
  • Research Survey on women working in the society

Certification

  • Remote Notary with Blue Notary
  • Notary

Languages

Arabic
Professional Working

Timeline

Lead Paralegal

Mccready, Garcia & Leet
08.2024 - Current

Case Manager

The Walker Law Offices
11.2021 - 08.2024

Legal Assistant

Farah And Farah
04.2021 - 10.2021

Office Manager

Cochran Law Firm
09.2020 - 08.2021

Case Manager

Cochran Law Firm
01.2020 - 09.2020

Assistant

Neurology Clinic Of Jacksonville Rajul
04.2019 - 08.2019

Unit Secretary

Memorial Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2019

Volunteer

Englewood Elementary
05.2011 - 08.2019

Masters In Law And Policy - Law

Shepard Broad College of Law

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of North Florida
Randa Abdelhameed