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Raven White

Jackson,Mississippi

Summary

Experienced Paralegal with a strong background in providing exceptional legal support to attorneys and law firms. Proven ability to effectively manage a high-volume caseload, conduct thorough research, and contribute to successful trial preparations. Skilled in utilizing legal research databases, document management software, and the Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication and organizational skills enable exceptional performance under pressure and consistent meeting of deadlines.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LITIGATION PARALEGAL II

Morgan and Morgan
03.2022 - Current
  • • Streamlined legal material handling and improved case efficiency.
  • • Drafted legal documents including memoranda, complaints, motions, subpoenas, deposition notices, and court-ordered documents.
  • • Assisted attorneys with trial preparation, discovery, pre-trial functions, and settlement negotiations.
  • • Analyzed medical records, compiled litigation support materials, and summarized complex documentation.
  • • Coordinated depositions, mediations, and expert witness communications.
  • • Managed attorney calendars, scheduled court deadlines, and maintained timely communications.
  • • Conducted factual and legal research using Westlaw and other resources; summarized findings in reports and charts.
  • • Oversaw Bates stamping, document indexing, and electronic document management.
  • • Provided administrative support including drafting correspondence, managing invoices, and arranging travel.
  • Key Achievements:
  • • Increased settlement values by 25% and client recovery by 20% through strategic case preparation.
  • • Reduced case resolution time by 40% via efficient case management.
  • Consistently achieved top 99% ranking regionally for case productivity.

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

Paralegal

Stamps & Stamps, PLLC | 2016 – 2021 | Jackson, MS

Litigation & Defense

• Managed and organized case files, documents, and evidence for defense matters, ensuring compliance with court deadlines.

• Drafted pleadings, motions, discovery responses/objections, and legal correspondence.

• Conducted legal research and assisted attorneys in all phases of litigation, including deposition preparation, mediation, and trial support.

• Coordinated discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and document analysis.

Real Estate and Bankruptcy

• Prepared and reviewed real estate documents, including deeds, mortgages, title searches, and closing statements.

• Conducted title searches and examined public records to identify ownership and potential legal issues.

• Coordinated residential and commercial closings, ensuring timely scheduling, document preparation, and fund disbursement.

• Assisted attorneys in drafting and reviewing contracts, leases, and other real estate transaction agreements.

• Managed electronic case files and monitored dockets to track filings and deadlines.

• Drafted and filed bankruptcy-related documents, including proofs of claim, motions and notices.

• Reviewed and analyzed financial records, title documents, and client materials to prepare case evaluations, summaries, and reports.

• Researched property records, foreclosure filings, and liens.

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
  • Member of the Mississippi Paralegal Association

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
Raven White