Robert Pierson
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Trusted Paralegal offering extensive legal skill set, proficiency in managing large caseloads and capacity to meet deadlines. Collects, organizes, analyzes and disseminates significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. Exercises independent judgment regarding legal and contractual matters within broadly defined practices and policies. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Enthusiastic and project-oriented Paralegal offering [Number] years of experience in [Type] law. Strong understanding of legal language and principles, research methods and court pleadings and processes. Demonstrated attention to detail and adherence to confidentiality and ethical requirements.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
Walker & Chambers
Dallas, Texas
04.1995 - 12.2024
- Drafted correspondence to clients and other attorneys.
- Reviewed and organized legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
- Prepared trial notebooks for court proceedings.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations, judicial decisions, and legal articles.
- Assisted in the preparation of legal arguments and memoranda of law.
- Maintained client files according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with attorneys in all stages of litigation process.
- Drafted discovery responses including interrogatories and requests for production of documents.
- Organized evidence for use at trial or hearing proceedings.
- Participated in mediation sessions by preparing necessary materials and taking notes during meetings.
- Attended court proceedings to observe trials or hearings.
- Interpreted various types of legal documents including contracts and agreements.
- Communicated with witnesses regarding deposition scheduling.
- Coordinated witness testimony for depositions.
- Proofread documents prior to filing them with courts or submitting them to opposing counsels.
- Provided administrative support such as answering phones or scheduling appointments.
- Organized exhibits for trial by preparing materials and supporting documentation.
- Identified and analyzed legal documents, discoveries and contracts.
- Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.
- Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.
- Coordinated subpoena services and other support activities for legal office.
- Attended administrative hearings to provide viable information and identify additional actions needed.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
- Knowledgeable dealing with pleadings, affidavits, motions and exhibit preparation.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Filed pleadings and appeals with court clerks to expedite trial proceedings.
- Contacted witnesses and scheduled interviews and evaluations.
- Organized exhibits and arguments to present evidence on behalf of clients.
- Drafted witness declarations and pretrial statements.
- Delivered subpoenas and coordinated law office activities.
Legal Assistant/Executive Assistant
Robinson & West
Dallas, Texas
05.1989 - 08.2024
- Provided administrative support to senior management team.
- Greeted visitors, clients and guests in a professional manner.
- Created agendas for meetings, took meeting minutes, distributed notes to attendees afterwards.
- Served as contact person and source of information to maintain good communication with clients.
- Answered incoming calls and recorded accurate messages.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Received and distributed mail, letters and packages.
Senior Litigation Paralegal
City of Dallas - City Attorney Office
Dallas, Texas
03.1999 - 08.2023
- Drafted, reviewed and revised pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, briefs, memoranda of law and other legal documents.
- Conducted legal research in state and federal court systems utilizing online databases such as Westlaw.
- Organized and managed large volumes of case files for attorneys including paper and electronic formats.
- Prepared exhibits for use at depositions, hearings, arbitrations and trials.
- Reviewed medical records to identify potential malpractice issues.
- Assisted with the preparation of witnesses for deposition or trial testimony.
- Provided support to attorneys in all aspects of litigation from initial client contact through post-trial activities.
- Identified key facts from depositions, interrogatories, answers to requests for admissions and document production responses.
- Attended mediations as well as depositions with attorney and s when requested.
- Reviewed incoming mail; responded to basic inquiries from clients regarding case status or procedural matters; referred more complex questions to attorney and s.
- Organized trial notebooks containing pertinent information related to each case file including witness lists, medical records, deposition transcripts.
- Prepared affidavits summarizing relevant facts within a given case file.
- Analyzed data obtained during discovery process to determine whether further investigation is necessary.
- Coordinated expert witnesses' schedules for interviews or depositions.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email and mail.
- Used state and federal electronic filing systems.
- Collected case materials such as evidence, exhibits, motions and subpoenas.
- Rendered technical and analytical assistance to support attorney litigation needs.
- Consulted with attorneys and case teams to establish workflows supporting efficient document reviews.
- Analyzed work product and created document productions using database platforms and performing quality control reviews and revising or improving documents where appropriate.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Created and updated case management and client account databases.
- Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.
Legislative Assistant
Senator Royce West - 23 District
Dallas, Texas
11.1995 - 10.1996
- Provided administrative support to the office of a member of the Legislative Assembly.
- Attended committee meetings and prepared summaries of key points.
- Served as a liaison between Members' offices when coordinating inter-party collaboration efforts.
- Provided administrative assistance by returning phone calls, answering emails and putting together mail distribution lists.
- Welcomed guests to legislative office, asking open-ended questions to identify ways to offer help.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-1996
Skills
- Corporate Law
- Exceptional writer
- Understands confidentiality
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Litigation Paralegal
City of Dallas - City Attorney Office
03.1999 - 08.2023
Legislative Assistant
Senator Royce West - 23 District
11.1995 - 10.1996
Paralegal
Walker & Chambers
04.1995 - 12.2024
Legal Assistant/Executive Assistant
Robinson & West
05.1989 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology And Criminal Justice
The University of Texas At Arlington
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