Raven White
Jackson,Mississippi
Summary
Experienced Paralegal with a strong background in providing exceptional legal support to attorneys and law firms. Demonstrated success in managing a high-volume caseload, conducting thorough research, and contributing to successful trial preparations. Proficient in utilizing legal research databases, document management software, and the Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication and organizational skills enable excelling under pressure and consistently meeting deadlines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LITIGATION PARALEGAL II
Morgan and Morgan
03.2022 - Current
- Streamlined handling of legal materials for improved efficiency.
- Produced comprehensive legal documents including memoranda, complaints, motions, and expert designations.
- Collaborated with attorneys during the preparation phase of trials.
- Facilitated settlement discussions.
- Conducted in-depth review and analysis of patient files.
- Directed document organization, discovery coordination, and pre-trial preparation functions.
- Coordinated schedules for orders, depositions, and mediations.
- Achieved significant growth and improvements by:
- Secured a 25% rise in settlement values by meticulously preparing cases.
- Improved client recovery by 20% through skilled analysis of medical records and evidence
- Increased damages awarded by 25% through effective advocacy and legal research
- Optimized case management and organization, reducing resolution time by 40%.
- Top 99% regional percentile for case productivity and efficiency
PARALEGAL II
Wells Marble & Hurst PLLC
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted investigations and gathered evidence regarding insurance defense and premises liability
- Drafted legal documents, including complaints, discovery, and motions
- Dictate and transcribe recordings
- Coordinated with clients, medical providers, and insurance companies to gather information and build cases
- Maintained accurate and organized case files, both physical and digital
- Handled complex litigation cases from initial stages through to settlement
PARALEGAL
Stamps & Stamps
05.2016 - 06.2021
- Managed and organized case files, documents, and evidence for defense cases, managed multiple projects and cases simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines
- Coordinated with attorneys, staff, and clients to ensure timely completion of project deadlines
- Conducted legal research and drafted documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
- Successfully managed cases from inception to trial
- Drafted discovery responses and objections
- Assisted with deposition preparation and trial support
- Assisted in mediation preparation
- Prepared and reviewed real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, title searches, and closing statements
- Conducted title searches and examined public records to verify property ownership and identify potential issues
- Coordinated residential and commercial closings, including scheduling, document preparation, and disbursement of funds
- Assisted attorneys with drafting and reviewing contracts, leases, and other commercial and residential real estate transaction agreements
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed financial and family information related to preparing estate plans
- Prepared documents to be filed with the court on behalf of executors of estates
- Assisted attorneys in preparing draft wills, trusts, and other instruments
- In divorce actions, interfaced with clients to prepare for hearings and submit financial statements and other forms to the court
- Performed legal research and analyzed judicial opinions relating to divorce and probate matters
Education
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Delta State University
Skills
- Pacer
- MEC
- Litigation
- Document Preparation
- Legal Research
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Legal Writing
- Case Management
- Calendar
- Drafting pleadings
- Court filings
- Case analysis
- Document preparation
Certification
- Certified Notary Public
- Colibri Real Estate Certificate
Timeline
LITIGATION PARALEGAL II
Morgan and Morgan
03.2022 - Current
PARALEGAL II
Wells Marble & Hurst PLLC
04.2021 - 02.2022
PARALEGAL
Stamps & Stamps
05.2016 - 06.2021
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Delta State University