Rebecca Wiley
Summary
Experienced in civil litigation with a proven track record of effectively managing complex legal cases and providing comprehensive support to attorneys throughout trial preparation. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently rising to the challenges presented in the legal field. Well-equipped with several years of experience to handle complex cases.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Paralegal
Phillips Law Firm
Woodinville, WA
01.2022 - Current
- Manage high-volume caseloads effectively by creating organized systems for tracking deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for trials, leading to successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Conducted intensive review of medical records and created medical chronology and summaries.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed to firm-client relationship building through professional interactions with clients during meetings or phone calls, conveying empathy while maintaining confidentiality.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
- Assisted in securing expert witnesses for cases, leading to strengthened legal arguments and favorable outcomes for clients.
- Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
- Enhanced case efficiency by streamlining legal research and document management processes.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Coordinated settlement talks between counsel, defendants, and plaintiffs.
- Assisted in training new employees on company policies and legal standards.
Paralegal
Ritchie, Soper and Schutt, LLC
St. Joseph, MO
02.2016 - 01.2022
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
- Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
Legal Assistant
Daviess County Prosecuting Attorney
Gallatin, MO
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Communicate efficiently with attorneys, law enforcement, opposing counsel and witnesses;
- Completes necessary preparations for trial;
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Education
Associates of Science - Legal Assistants and Paralegal Certificate
Missouri Western State University
St. Joseph, MO05.2014
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Effective client communication
- Detailed legal analysis
- Advanced Excel experience
- Schedule management
- Preparing legal pleadings
- Court filings
- Settlement negotiations
Personal Information
- Rebecca, Wiley, 804 Shona Drive, Gallatin, MO, 64640, (816)294-9953, Rwiley4514@gmail.com
Timeline
Senior Paralegal
Phillips Law Firm
01.2022 - Current
Paralegal
Ritchie, Soper and Schutt, LLC
02.2016 - 01.2022
Legal Assistant
Daviess County Prosecuting Attorney
08.2013 - 11.2014
Associates of Science - Legal Assistants and Paralegal Certificate
Missouri Western State University