Rebecca Thompson
Maumelle,Arkansas
Summary
Experienced Litigation Paralegal with expertise in trial preparation and civil litigation support. Proficient in organizing case materials, maintaining effective communication, and preparing comprehensive files. Extensive background in complex civil litigation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Manager - Litigation Department
Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, P.A.
Little Rock, USA
12.2023 - Current
- Oversee workflow management for paralegals and legal assistants in litigation department.
- Review and assign new litigation files to appropriate attorneys and paralegals.
- Train new hires on departmental procedures and expectations.
- Assisted in developing processes to enhance workflow efficiency.
Litigation Paralegal
Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, P.A.
Little Rock, USA
07.2016 - Current
- Draft complex personal injury lawsuits and various legal motions and pleadings.
- Manage document production, including discovery materials and relevant evidence.
- Coordinate schedules for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Assist attorneys in case preparation and trial strategy development.
- Communicate with clients to gather information and provide case updates.
- Maintain organized case files, ensuring efficient access to legal documentation.
- Prepare settlement agreements and drafted correspondence to court and counsel.
- Conduct client interviews for interrogatories, recording responses for attorney review.
Litigation Paralegal
Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz, PLC
Memphis, USA
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Drafted personal injury and workers' compensation lawsuits efficiently.
- Prepared various motions, notices, orders, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
- Assisted clients in preparing and drafting discovery responses.
- Reviewed, organized, and summarized medical records and bills for case analysis.
- Managed case expenses to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
- Scheduled depositions, hearings, mediations, evaluations, and appointments effectively.
- Supported attorney in trial preparation by organizing necessary materials.
- Drafted correspondence to court, opposing counsel, and clients as required.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Charles Rich
Memphis, USA
03.2010 - 09.2012
- Drafted various legal documents, including complaints, motions, notices, wills, and quit claim deeds.
- Managed attorney calendar to ensure efficient scheduling of appointments.
- Handled incoming calls and scheduled appointments to maintain communication flow.
- Transcribed legal documents to support case preparation.
- Prepared and filed bankruptcy petitions in compliance with legal standards.
- Managed bankruptcy cases post-filing to ensure timely progression through the system.
- Drafted and prepared discovery materials for litigation purposes.
- Executed all tasks necessary for effective management of attorney practice.
Legal Assistant
Vess, Carpenter, & Ables
North Little Rock, USA
12.2008 - 02.2010
- Drafted various complaints, motions, and notices to support legal proceedings.
- Managed attorneys' calendars to optimize scheduling and time management.
- Coordinated hearings and depositions to ensure timely legal processes.
- Handled incoming calls and scheduled appointments for clients and attorneys.
- Prepared discovery documents to facilitate case preparation.
- Composed correspondence to clients and courts for effective communication.
- Transcribed legal documents accurately to maintain records.
- Executed additional tasks essential for managing attorneys' practices.
Education
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, Arkansas01.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Legal software expertise
- Document management systems
- Certified notary public
- Research and analysis tools
Timeline
Department Manager - Litigation Department
Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, P.A.
12.2023 - Current
Litigation Paralegal
Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, P.A.
07.2016 - Current
Litigation Paralegal
Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz, PLC
09.2012 - 06.2016
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Charles Rich
03.2010 - 09.2012
Legal Assistant
Vess, Carpenter, & Ables
12.2008 - 02.2010
Pulaski Technical College